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Contrary to Bowen's assurances, the facts paint a starkly different picture. With power bills rising by approximately 10% since July 1, 2022, many Australians are feeling the pinch more acutely. Notably, energy retailer Snowy Hydro's Red Energy increased prices across various Australian states—by 15% in New South Wales, 3.8% in Victoria, and 5.4% in Queensland—highlighting the disconnect between government promises and market realities.
Critics accuse Bowen’s government of passing the buck, blaming previous models and politics rather than addressing the core issues. The opposition argues that the government’s energy policies, centered around green initiatives like wind farms and solar projects, are contributing to the rising costs rather than alleviating them.