tamworth gas distribution network
APA owns and operates the natural gas distribution network in Tamworth, New South Wales. Gas retailers use this network to transport gas sourced by them to customers connected to APA’s network. Some large industrial gas users may also use the network to transport gas sourced independently of a retailer.
On this page we present information for energy retailers and large gas users who wish to use the network to transport gas for which they have contracted supply independently of a gas retailer.
Information for customers of gas retailers can be found by clicking here.
Information for Gas Retailers and Large Industrial Gas Users
Information for energy retailers and large gas users who wish to use the network to transport gas for which they have contracted supply independently of a gas retailer.
| Description |
The Central Ranges Pipeline (CRP) Gas Network consists of approximately 230 kilometres of gas distribution network in Tamworth. The CRP Gas Network takes gas from the Central Ranges Pipeline at the Tamworth Receiving Station. Subject to adequate pressure on the Central West Pipeline and Central Ranges Pipeline, the capacity of the Tamworth Receiving Station is approximately 4.56TJ/day. A map of the Tamworth network can be found here. The Tamworth gas distribution network does not include any large distribution pipelines as defined in the National Gas Rules. |
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| APA Ownership |
100% |
| Regulatory status |
The CRP Gas Network is a non-scheme pipeline. It has been granted a category 2 exemption (nameplate capacity less than 10TJ/day) from aspects of the information disclosure and reporting requirements under Part 10 of the National Gas Rules. |
| Capacity, Services and Tariffs |
Capacity and service information can be found here. Non-standard services or alternative terms may be available by negotiation. Tariffs are derived using the access arrangement tariff variation methodology from the tariffs last approved by the AER. Tariffs for the CRP Gas Network are noted as follows: |
| Policies, Procedures and Requirements |
Gas retailers use CRP Gas Network to transport gas sourced by them to customers connected to APA’s network. As a customer of a gas retailer, most of your dealings will be with your retailer, but following is information which you may find helpful. Information for customers of gas retailers can be found by clicking here. |
| Contact |
If you are interested in acquiring services for this network, you can contact us to discuss your requirements. Residential Gas Connections: 1300 001 001 |
| Formal Access Request |
Potential customers do not have to submit a Formal Access Request to gain access to an APA pipeline. If you are interested in acquiring services for this pipeline, you can contact us at the contact details above to discuss your requirements. For APA's non-scheme pipelines, you have a right to make a Formal Access Request pursuant to Rule 559 of the National Gas Rules. Lodging a Formal Access Request triggers a formal process of Access Offer and information exchange between APA and the potential customer. Details are in APA's User Access Guide. |
| APA Financial Information Disclosure – Part 10 National Gas Rules |
The CRP Network has been granted a category 2 exemption (nameplate capacity less than 10TJ/day) from aspects of the information disclosure and reporting requirements under Part 10 of the National Gas Rules. The Central Ranges Network is required to report actual prices payable information reported under Rule 101E. As a distribution network, all shippers pay the published tariffs shown above. |
| Related Assets |
The CRP Gas Network connects with the Central Ranges Pipeline. |
