Online Federal Budget Briefing

Rewiring Australia has lodged our submission to the 2026 Federal Budget, setting out practical, evidence-based policies to cut energy bills, reduce emissions and make electrification accessible to more households - including renters and retirees.

We’re hosting an online briefing to walk through the submission, explain the key policy proposals, and discuss what they could mean for communities, industry and decision-makers.

Topics include:

• Options to help renters and retirees electrify, including proposals for low-cost, deferred loans so people don’t need to pay large upfront costs.
• Free and easier access to smart meters.
• Support for basic electrical upgrades.
• Smart hot water controls to reduce bills.
  
  

If retirement costs, energy bills or climate solutions matter to you - join us.

Open to industry, advocates, policymakers and community leaders.