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'Brave and bold': Labor slammed on $275 power bill reduction promise anniversary

The article discusses the backlash against the Australian Labor Party on the anniversary of their promise to reduce power bills by $275. Critics, including opposition parties and energy experts, have labeled the promise as misleading, pointing out that electricity prices have instead risen significantly. The promise, made during the 2022 election campaign, was based on the assumption that renewable energy would lower costs, but factors like global energy market volatility, supply chain issues, and policy implementation delays have led to higher than expected electricity prices. The article highlights the frustration among consumers and the political debate over energy policy effectiveness, with some accusing Labor of not having a clear strategy to achieve the promised savings. The government, however, insists that their long-term plan for transitioning to renewable energy will eventually lead to lower power bills, despite the current economic pressures.

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