Be gas ready

We work year-round to keep the gas network safe and reliable for our customers. Find out how you can be gas ready.

Ausnet gas distribution network

Our gas distribution network

Our gas network covers western Melbourne and central and western Victoria. We work all year to maintain, upgrade and extend our network so we can continue supplying safe and reliable gas to our customers.



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Major gas projects

By 2028, we’re aiming to upgrade our entire existing low-pressure gas network in Western Victoria by replacing existing cast iron, PVC and galvanised low-pressure mains with high-pressure modern polyethylene pipes (poly pipes). We first prioritise areas with higher gas leakage rates which is an important safety concern.

Our crews have also been reinforcing the gas mains in areas predicted to experience more cold snaps and consecutive cold days, and the fringes of networks in outer Western Victoria where communities face potential outages.



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Simple steps to be gas ready this winter

  • Get your gas appliances serviced by a qualified gasfitter every two years.
  • Set your heater thermostat between 18 and 20 degrees; every degree higher can add 15% to your winter bills.
  • Keep our emergency numbers handy: 13 67 07 for gas leaks or supply interruptions; 1800 818 832 for life support customers.

Gas fact sheets

View our fact sheets below for further details on gas safety and gas saving tips.


Stay connected

To get updates on outages, make sure your gas retailer has your mobile number and email address. They’ll pass it onto us, and we’ll start sending you updates.

You can also follow us on Facebook for information and updates on outages and the latest news on our network improvements.