The Electricity Authority promotes competition in, reliable supply by, and the efficient operation of, the New Zealand electricity industry for the long-term benefit of consumers.
Latest News
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31 Mar
What's My Number
Kiwis are saving hundreds of dollars a year just by switching power companies.
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22 Apr
2014 Code amendments
Two code amendments published.
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23 Apr
Market Brief - 22 April 2014
Latest edition of Market Brief published
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14 Apr
Standing Data Formats Group membership
Call for nominations
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22 Apr
Current exemptions from the Electricity Industry Participation Code
Exemption No. 194 and No.197 gazetted.
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Consumers
We’re working for the long-term benefit of consumers to make sure your lights stay on, you have choice and your electricity prices are reasonable.
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How the electricity market works
In New Zealand, most electricity is produced by electricity generators that are located well away from where electricity is actually used... Read more
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About your power bill
The exact amount of your power bill depends on a range of factors including who you buy power from (your electricity retailer) and the type of account you have. Read more
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Your rights as an electricity consumer
The Electricity Authority oversees the retail electricity market to make sure it is competitive for consumers and that retailers treat their customers fairly. Read more