Qld water minister calls on major water retailer to abandon price hikes (opens original article in a new tab)

Qld water minister criticizes Urban Utilities for planned price hikes despite government bulk water charge freeze, warning of potential legislative action if prices aren't frozen.

• Qld water minister Ann Leahy criticizes Urban Utilities for 5.5% rate hike despite government freeze on bulk water charges
• Urban Utilities' bill increase for typical households will be 3.7% ($61 annually) in 2026-27, slightly higher than last year's 3.6%
• Unitywater will raise bills by 3.5% ($63 annually) in 2026-27, lower than its 4.9% increase in 2025-26
• Minister warns of possible legislative action if utilities don't freeze prices, while utilities cite rising infrastructure costs