About
Dr Brendan French is a leading consumer protection and dispute resolution expert, with extensive executive experience across corporate, academic, public, and community spheres. Prior to joining Energy Consumers Australia as CEO, Brendan championed consumer interests as the Commonwealth Bank’s Executive General Manager Customer and Community Advocacy and before that as Deputy Ombudsman at the Energy and Water Ombudsman NSW (EWON). He also taught in the Law School at Western Sydney University, was a Board director for a number of consumer and charitable organisations, and is a published author of academic and popular texts. Brendan holds a doctorate in the History of Ideas and has been awarded for his innovative work on fostering trust between community, corporates and government.
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We welcome the rule change from the Commonwealth in relation to improving consideration of demand-side factors in the Integrated System Plan…
We welcome the rule change from the Commonwealth in relation to improving consideration of demand-side factors in the Integrated System Plan…
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In proceedings brought by the Australian Energy Regulator, the Federal Court today has found that AGL breached the National Energy Retail Rules by…
In proceedings brought by the Australian Energy Regulator, the Federal Court today has found that AGL breached the National Energy Retail Rules by…
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First Nations get a seat at the table! The Net Zero Economy Authority Bill 2024 has passed the Senate, establishing an independent statutory Net…
First Nations get a seat at the table! The Net Zero Economy Authority Bill 2024 has passed the Senate, establishing an independent statutory Net…
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Education
Publications
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Resolving Conflict
Oxford University Press, Melbourne
Fourth edition. University text on alternative dispute resolution
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Dispute Resolution in Australia
Australian Dispute Resolution Journal 18ADRJ 213-221
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From Litigation to Mediation
Meiji University and University of Western Sydney Symposium Papers
Honors & Awards
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CEO Award - Large Team
Commonwealth Bank of Australia
The preeminent award for Commonwealth Bank's 55,000 employees.
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Australian Postgraduate Award (1997, 1998, 1999, 2000)
Australian Governement
Languages
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Italian
Limited working proficiency
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Latin
Professional working proficiency
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Coptic
Limited working proficiency
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Here are the finalists for the 2024 𝘌𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘺 𝘕𝘦𝘵𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴 𝘈𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴 🏆 These finalists showcase top-tier innovation, leadership, and…
Here are the finalists for the 2024 𝘌𝘯𝘦𝘳𝘨𝘺 𝘕𝘦𝘵𝘸𝘰𝘳𝘬𝘴 𝘈𝘸𝘢𝘳𝘥𝘴 🏆 These finalists showcase top-tier innovation, leadership, and…
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Today the AEMC issued its Final Determination on Unlocking CER Benefits Through Flexible Trading and made more preferable electricity and retail…
Today the AEMC issued its Final Determination on Unlocking CER Benefits Through Flexible Trading and made more preferable electricity and retail…
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What a fantastic Canberra week! 4 days and 17 meetings later, made some successful in-roads for my wonderful…
What a fantastic Canberra week! 4 days and 17 meetings later, made some successful in-roads for my wonderful…
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After almost 6 wonderful years in the Northern Territory working with Jacana Energy, it is time for a new adventure! I am very much looking forward…
After almost 6 wonderful years in the Northern Territory working with Jacana Energy, it is time for a new adventure! I am very much looking forward…
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At Energy Consumers Australia, it was central to our role, that we brought the voices of consumers into the heart of decision making. We often hear…
At Energy Consumers Australia, it was central to our role, that we brought the voices of consumers into the heart of decision making. We often hear…
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I'm honoured and excited to be the 2024 ACT Emerging Scientist of the Year and to spread the good word about the role of #science in creating a…
I'm honoured and excited to be the 2024 ACT Emerging Scientist of the Year and to spread the good word about the role of #science in creating a…
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I'm very honoured and excited to have been appointed as the new Chairperson of the Essential Services Commission. The ESC regulates utilities and…
I'm very honoured and excited to have been appointed as the new Chairperson of the Essential Services Commission. The ESC regulates utilities and…
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Here's more proof of the essential work financial counsellors do for flood victims. Our supplementary submission to the federal floods inquiry shows…
Here's more proof of the essential work financial counsellors do for flood victims. Our supplementary submission to the federal floods inquiry shows…
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This brilliant news, that finally Australia is embracing First Nations as partners in our national economy, is something I am so excited about!!…
This brilliant news, that finally Australia is embracing First Nations as partners in our national economy, is something I am so excited about!!…
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Yesterday the Australian newspaper published a short piece I wrote summarising our Commission's report card on how governments are performing to…
Yesterday the Australian newspaper published a short piece I wrote summarising our Commission's report card on how governments are performing to…
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That’s a wrap on the ACCC/Australian Energy Regulator Regulatory Conference! Today our panellists discussed: 💡 The future of gas in an…
That’s a wrap on the ACCC/Australian Energy Regulator Regulatory Conference! Today our panellists discussed: 💡 The future of gas in an…
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Ombudsman, Catherine Wolthuizen, joined Cynthia Gebert GAICD, Brendan French and Joanna Gall to discuss consumer responses to the energy…
Ombudsman, Catherine Wolthuizen, joined Cynthia Gebert GAICD, Brendan French and Joanna Gall to discuss consumer responses to the energy…
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📢 We're pleased to announce the appointment of our newest Board Director, Carmel Franklin! Carmel is a dedicated champion of consumer rights…
📢 We're pleased to announce the appointment of our newest Board Director, Carmel Franklin! Carmel is a dedicated champion of consumer rights…
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During day two of the Regulatory Conference we heard from Professor Sir Dieter Helm in conversation with Angela Woo. Dieter reminded us that…
During day two of the Regulatory Conference we heard from Professor Sir Dieter Helm in conversation with Angela Woo. Dieter reminded us that…
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It was a pleasure for CutlerMerz to partner with Energy Networks Australia on the Regulation Seminar 2024. We'd like to congratulate and thank…
It was a pleasure for CutlerMerz to partner with Energy Networks Australia on the Regulation Seminar 2024. We'd like to congratulate and thank…
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