Issue 33

The UTILICON e-newsletter

Welcome to this week's edition of the UTILICON e-newsletter, delivering the 
week's breaking news to customers, suppliers and professionals in the utility 
industry.

Log on to view this weeks feature article by former New Zealand Prime 
Minister Sir Geoffrey Palmer as he discusses the changing political economy 
of regulation in New Zealand.

Zoe Ayliffe, Editor Online Communications
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BREAKING NEWS:

ABS RELEASES FIGURES ON AUSTRALIA'S GREENHOUSE GASES
The Australian Bureau of Statistics has released a snapshot of Australian 
energy use and associated greenhouse gas emissions
http://www.utilicon.com.au/Tmpl/article.asp?CID=11&AID=4576&TCode=NW

PRESS RELEASE:
Treasurer Terry Mackenroth will address the 5th Annual Queensland Power 
Conference
(22-23 May 2001).  For more information mailto:utilicon@terrapinn.com.
http://www.utilicon.com.au/qldpower2001aus/

HOUSEHOLD POWER CHARGES TO RISE IN SA
Household electricity charges in South Australia will rise by approximately 
2.9% from July 1, following a decision by the state regulator on a CPI 
adjustment in line with the state's Electricity Pricing Order.
http://www.utilicon.com.au/Tmpl/article.asp?CID=11&AID=4575&TCode=NW

NEW TELECOM LINK BETWEEN AUSTRALIA AND SE ASIA
Telecom New Zealand, Cable & Wireless Optus, and Singapore Telecommunications 
have announced they are investigating a proposal to establish a 
telecommunications cable system between Singapore & Sydney
http://www.utilicon.com.au/Tmpl/article.asp?CID=11&AID=4579&TCode=NW


UTILICON 2001 Convention & Exhibition
24 -26 July 2001, Melbourne Convention Centre, Australia
? Looking for a focused marketing channel that will generate a great ROI?
? Want to spend quality time with CEOs, CIOs and senior managers who decide 
what products or services to buy?
Yes? Then make sure you call us today, because UTILICON is Asia-Pacific's 
largest market place for water, gas and energy professionals seeking the 
latest technologies, products and services for managing utility businesses!
http://www.utilicon.com.au/utilicon_au_2001/
Contact Sally de Swart NOW to discuss how we can help you meet your sales 
targets at UTILICON 2001!   mailto:sally.deswart@terrapinn.com

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INDUSTRY NEWS

FIVE GAS PIPELINE PROPOSALS FOR SA
http://www.utilicon.com.au/Tmpl/article.asp?CID=11&AID=4578&TCode=NW

GOVERNMENT RESPONDS TO BESLEY INQUIRY
http://www.utilicon.com.au/Tmpl/article.asp?CID=11&AID=4557&TCode=NW

VICTORIA COMMITS FUNDS TO TACKLE SALINITY WATER
http://www.utilicon.com.au/Tmpl/article.asp?CID=11&AID=4561&TCode=NW

ORIGIN CONFIRMS INVESTMENT IN NEW GENERATION
http://www.utilicon.com.au/Tmpl/article.asp?CID=11&AID=4471&TCode=NW

WHO CONFERENCE TOLD OF MURRAY'S PLIGHT
http://www.utilicon.com.au/Tmpl/article.asp?CID=11&AID=4508&TCode=NW

ANOTHER BIG GAS DEAL FOR THE NORTH WEST SHELF
http://www.utilicon.com.au/Tmpl/article.asp?CID=11&AID=4559&TCode=NW

C&W ANNOUNCE DIGITAL ISLAND ACQUISITION
http://www.utilicon.com.au/Tmpl/article.asp?CID=11&AID=4523&TCode=NW
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FEATURE:

NETWORK UTILITIES REGULATION IN NEW ZEALAND
The Changing Political Economy of Regulation in New Zealand - Rt Hon Geoffrey 
Palmer
discusses.
http://www.utilicon.com.au/Tmpl/article.asp?CID=11&AID=4591&TCode=FT

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FOR YOUR DIARY:

QUEENSLAND POWER 2001
LAST CHANCE! Don't let this marketing opportunity pass you by! Join key 
industry players at the 5th Annual Queensland Power Conference, 21-23 May 
2001 at Sheraton Hotel and Towers.  Let the Utility Forum do all the work- 
advertising, marketing, direct mail and on-line promotion.  Sponsor and 
Exhibit NOW(.join our Luncheon Sponsor Mincom  and get noticed!!  Invest 
Today, contact Michael Turnley Ph: +61 2 9210 5755 Fax: +61 2 9223 8216
mailto:michael.turnley@terrapinn.com

WESTERN AUSTRALIA POWER 2001
(28-29 June 2001) It's all happening in WA!!  While the gas industry awaits 
the outcome of Shell's bid to become THE big state player, Government 
attempts to juggle its commitment to popular projects with the wider need to 
boost growth in the sector.  Green and renewable sources of energy, including 
formative tidal and solar propositions, struggle for priority ratings 
alongside the expansion of LPG and LNG processing.  The largest state 
certainly does not do things by half! Contact 
mailto:michael.turnley@terrapinn.com
http://www.utilicon.com.au/wapower2001aus/


UTILICON 2001 CONVENTION
(co-locating National Power, National Gas and National Water Conferences, 
plus a B2B exhibition)
24-26 July 2001, Melbourne Convention Centre, Melbourne Australia

Where is e-technology taking the utilities industry?   Can the global 
utilities experiment deliver its promise or is the sector facing a whole new 
set of challenges?  What management strategies will work best in this 
environment and where will companies find their core business?  These are the 
sorts of issues that need to be considered as companies reassess their roles 
and positions.  UTILICON 2001, the region's only pan-utility event co-locates 
the 3 leading utilities conferences and a B2B trade show.  Contact 
mailto:johanna.bayliss@terrapinn.com  Program available at 
http://www.utilicon.com.au/utilicon_au_2001/

12th ANNUAL NATIONAL POWER CONFERENCE
(part of UTILICON 2001)
24-26 July 2001, Melbourne Convention Centre, Melbourne Australia

Whether it's developing a national capability in the evolving energy market, 
pursuing strategies for electricity trading and risk management, or creating 
shareholder value by further restructuring to suit the market, energy 
companies across the sector are striving to find the winning strategic 
direction to place them ahead of the rest.  A strategic and forward-looking 
plenary on Day One, plus 2 days of focused examination of electricity sector 
developments. Contact mailto:johanna.bayliss@terrapinn.com  Program available 
at http://www.utilicon.com.au/utilicon_au_2001/

5th ANNUAL NATIONAL GAS CONFERENCE
(part of UTILICON 2001)
24-26 July 2001, Melbourne Convention Centre, Melbourne Australia

Current projections for world energy use show a promising future for natural 
gas.  With abundant reserves in Australia, natural gas has great potential 
being a cleaner form of energy; and is facing new challenges as national full 
retail competition unfolds. Is your company ready to capture the golden 
opportunities in the growing gas industry? Contact 
mailto:kristin.fan@terrapinn.com, program available at: 
http://www.utilicon.com.au/utilicon_au_2001/

6th ANNUAL NATIONAL WATER CONFERENCE
(part of UTILICON 2001)
24-26 July 2001, Melbourne Convention Centre, Melbourne Australia

National Water is the only event that brings together the most respected 
senior policy makers and industry leaders in Australia's water industry - 
focusing on key regulatory and strategic issues and real time case studies.  
If you attended last year, you must still remember the valuable discussion 
and enthusiasm among all participants.  If you missed it last time, come this 
year and be inspired!  Featuring keynote speakers include: Hon John Olsen MP, 
Premier of South Australia and Michael Taylor, Secretary of Department of 
Agriculture, Fisheries and Forestry & Chair of High Level Steering Committee 
on Water. Contact mailto:kristin.fan@terrapinn.com, program available at: 
http://www.utilicon.com.au/utilicon_au_2001/

ENERGY RISK 2001  - THE 4TH ANNUAL ENERGY DERIVIATIVES CONFERENCE
29-31 October, Sydney
Australia's premier annual hedging, pricing, trading and risk management 
conference for the electricity and gas market.  An executive level 2 day 
conference & seminars, bringing together senior risk managers, energy traders 
and treasury managers and the most experienced analysts, brokers and advisers 
from Australia and NZ's leading financial institutions.  For sponsorship and 
speaking opportunities: contact Edwina Vine on 9210 5775, or 
mailto:edwina.vine@terrapinn.com


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