McCulloch is adamant that Australian Energy Producers will continue to advocate for a framework that supports investment, maintains competition, and strengthens Australia’s long-term energy security. This comes after she previously underscored that the Federal government’s proposal to require LNG exporters to supply 20% of export volumes into the domestic market raised significant concerns about the potential impacts on competition, investment, and future gas supply.

Australian Energy Producers’ Chief Executive said: “ Forcing Queensland LNG exporters to supply 20% of export volumes into the east coast market would crowd out smaller domestic producers, reduce competition and impact future supply. 20% of export volumes represents around 60% of the east coast gas market.