This is a comparative analysis of the design, application and impact of regulatory tests for capital expenditure (capex) used by IPART and selected regulators in Australia and overseas.
In making price determinations, the Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal of NSW (IPART) has usually examined the indicative credit rating of the utility using various cash flow measures.
The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal of New South Wales (the Tribunal) determines the charges which the Department of Land and Water Conservation (DLWC) can set for services relating to the delivery of bulk water.
In its pricing determinations, IPART uses a real rate of return to determine the cost of capital allowance of its building blocks model. This cost of capital allowance forms a substantial part of the annual revenue requirement of utilities.
In its pricing determinations, IPART uses a real rate of return to determine the cost of capital allowance of its building blocks model. This cost of capital allowance forms a substantial part of the annual revenue requirement of utilities.
The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) is holding a public hearing on 9 November 2007 as part of the public consultation process. This paper sets out the format of the public hearing.
The public roundtable discussion will focus on asking stakeholders for further advice, information and evidence on the key issues outlined in this Discussion Paper.
IPART has released a rate of return discussion paper to facilitate discussion at the stakeholder hearing into its rail access review of the rate of return and remaining mine life from 1 July 2009.
The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal of New South Wales (IPART) is responsible for determining maximum fares for rural and regional buses in NSW.
In this review IPART will review the price structures for the water and sewerage services provided by Sydney Water, Hunter Water, Gosford City Council and Wyong Shire Council
