Melbourne Water receives draft decision on its 2026 price submission
The Essential Services Commission today released its draft decision on Melbourne Water’s price submission for the 2026-31 regulatory period for public consultation.
The submission outlines our proposed prices, services and investments for the period beginning 1 July 2026.
Melbourne Water will provide a formal response by the close of the Commission’s consultation period. Following this, we will continue to work with the Essential Services Commission throughout the remaining review stages.
Our submission was shaped by two years of targeted engagement with customers and the community. It reflects the investment Melbourne needs to meet customer expectations, secure its water supply, process sewage, protect its waterways and manage drainage as the city grows.
Acting Managing Director Chris Brace welcomed the opportunity to engage with the Commission’s draft decision.
“Our submission reflects what our customers told us they value and the investments Melbourne Water needs to support the water services needed by our growing city. We’ll consider the draft decision thoroughly and make our case through the formal response process.”
For more information, including the draft and submission details, visit esc.vic.gov.au.
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