Regional Local Governments have had a win, with Western Power now providing a standard connection service capacity of 63-amps for small-use, single-phase (240V) connections regardless of location.
The prior 32-amp cutoff in regional WA limited the ability for residents outside of the metropolitan area to install appliances such as air-conditioners, solar panels and EV chargers.
Following advocacy by WALGA and regional Local Governments, Western Power trialed the higher service capacity in seven Local Governments, which has now resulted in the decision to reduce capacity in regional areas being reversed.
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