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New Zealand's electricity regulator

Submissions published on frequency-related Code amendment proposals

We have published submissions on our proposal to amend Part 8 of the Code to address increased frequency variability in New Zealand’s power system.

New resources available as Consumer Care rules come into effect for winter

The Consumer Care Obligations came fully into force on 1 April, giving New Zealanders new rights as power consumers. These rules significantly increase the sup…

Deadline extended for submissions on 'Rewarding industrial demand flexibility' paper

We have extended the deadline for submissions on our issues and options paper Rewarding industrial demand flexibility by one week. The new deadline is 5pm on T…

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Energy Competition Task Force

Investigating actions to strengthen the performance of the electricity market for the benefit of all consumers.

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Submissions open until 3 July 2025

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Evolving multiple trading and switching

Introducing multiple traders at a property and an operational review of industry switching processes.

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Submissions open until 29 July 2025

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Future security and resilience

Ensuring our electricity system remains secure and resilient for New Zealand's low-emissions energy transition.

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Submissions open until 15 July 2025

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Industry

Setting and enforcing the Code

We set the Electricity Industry Participation Code 2010 - the rules that govern nearly every aspect of New Zealand's electricity industry.

It's each industry participant’s responsibility to comply with industry regulations and the Code, but we're here to support and advise.

We monitor and enforce the rules so that participants operate on a level playing field and consumers are treated fairly.

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Data and insights

We collect and work with a large amount of energy data and share insights with you.
Data and insights