There's a bit of news out about the Sydney Smart Home and results from the trial there.
Might have something to do with that. Also they are searching for a 2nd Family now for the next smarthome.
This info is also on the Ausgrid website.
http://sydneywaternews.com.au/2012/01/19/searching-for-jetsons-2-0-%e2%80%93-a-new-generation-smart-home-family/
http://sydneywaternews.com.au/wp-content/uploads/2012/01/Smart-Home-energy-analysis.pdf