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Our power customers have been telling us that they’re concerned at the prospect of losing their prompt payment discount. But are we really going to lose out when we lose our prompt payment discount? Government minister Megan Woods say some New Zealanders have misunderstood the intention of the new initiative.

Do you rely on a prompt payment discount to keep your power bill down? The government has given Power Companies 6 months to get rid of prompt payment discounts under threat of regulation...

The Electricity Authority has recently proposed a 180 day ban on Electricity Companies trying to “win back” customers who switch to rival retailers. What does the proposed ban mean for NZ consumers – especially those of us who used switching to negotiate a better deal?

Will Power Prices rise in 2020? The jury is out, but it looks like they might. Here’s how you can get ready to lower your power bill for 2020.

Summer is coming! It’s finally time to turn off those heaters, shed those winter clothes and embrace the sun. As things heat up keeping cool can be expensive – here are our top tips to keep cool without ramping up your energy bill with air conditioning. 

The government’s electricity reforms announced earlier this month mean some big changes for the electricity market. The reaction from Power Compare customers definitely fall into 2 groups.....

The government has announced sweeping changes to the electricity market – amounting to the biggest shake-up for the industry in 20 years. Some of us will be better off, but not everyone. here's a breakdown of the winners and losers.....

Energy Minister Meagan Woods announced sweeping changes to the electricity market – the biggest shake-up for the industry in 20 years.