NOTE:  Following the successful disaggregation of Western Power Corporation as of 1 April 2006, the Electricity Reform Implementation Unit has been disbanded.  This site remains active for historical reference only.  For further and current information relating to the West Australian Electricity Industry, please visit the Office of Energy Website

From the Minister In January 2003, the Government embarked on an unprecedented program of reform to the State’s electricity industry.  The Government’s vision was to create a competitive electricity market to encourage private sector investment, improve reliability of supply and place downward pressure on prices. The key components of this program which are now complete include: the restructure of Western Power into four Government owned entities; the establishment of a wholesale electricity market; the development of a strong and independent regulatory framework including measures to protect smaller customers in the new market; reduction in the contestability threshold to 50 megawatt hours; and the facilitation of sustainable energy options.

Hon. Francis Logan, Minister for Energy

I would like to take this opportunity to thank industry and Western Power for their significant contribution to the implementation of the reform program.  I look forward to seeing these reforms deliver increasing benefits to consumers and the Western Australian economy.