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13/04/2020
Worried about your increased electricity use & bigger bills heading your way?
As we head through lockdown and the long recovery that’s expected after, concern is growing for people who are likely to struggle to pay their power bills...
09/04/2020
Give your home an energy make over during lockdown
If you’re one of the many New Zealanders catching up on home maintenance and safe DIY activities during lockdown, this is a great time to give your home an energy makeover.
01/04/2020
Electricity bills expected to reduce for over 1 million North Island customers
Over 1 million customers in the North Island can expect some good news in their power bill. The Commerce Commission has announced that Electricity bills for consumers of two electricity...
20/03/2020
Coronavirus - Winter Energy Payment increased for 2020
Low-income families and pensioners will receive a major boost in weekly payments under the government’s $12.1b spending package to support those impacted by COVID-19
06/03/2020
Comcom proposes to lower revenue caps for Powerco and Wellington Electricity
The Commerce Commission has released a proposal to lower the revenue caps for Powerco and Wellington Electricity to ‘align’ their price-quality pathways (CPPs) with other regulated lines companies. What could this mean for power customers?
05/03/2020
Compare Average Power Bills in New Zealand 2020
Are you paying more than the average for power? We're comparing real power bills from New Zealanders. Do you have the best value power provider for your needs?
28/02/2020
Who are the top 10 Power Providers in NZ?
Are you looking for a new power provider? Committing to a new power provider can feel a bit like jumping into the unknown. Although a competitively priced power plan may be on the top of your list...
17/02/2020
Proposed Energy Reforms Turn Off Trust In New Zealand Government
The latest research undertaken by leading online research agency, Opinion Compare, has found that while only 38% of the Kiwi population are aware of the proposed Government power reforms, 3 in 5....