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09/11/2020
60,000 Northland Customers get share of $10.2M
Great news for power customers in the Northland region. Up to 60,000 customers will receive a share of $10.2 million from Northland electricity company Northpower. How much will each customer receive? When will they receive their share?

26/10/2020
Cuts to electricity lines charges not passed on to customers
Recent research has revealed that cuts to electricity lines charges ordered by the Commerce Commission last April have not passed on to customers. Where have our savings gone?

12/10/2020
Small Power Companies are winning the battle for new customers in 2020
A review of the over 269,000 customers that have switched power providers since the beginning of the year have revealed that power customers are increasingly choosing smaller providers when they look for a new power plan.

01/09/2020
Top Deals on Bundled Power and Broadband
An increasing number of Power providers are offering bundled plans, so there is more choice than ever. And, there are a number of reasons why bundling your power with services like broadband may be a good option for you. Compare top Power and Broadband Bundle deals.

18/08/2020
How to switch power plans during Covid-19
As we head through 2020 and New Zealander begin to feel the impact of Covid-19 on the economy and their home, many Kiwis are worried about paying their power bill. We're here to help! Here's out guide on switching Power Plans during Covid-19.

18/08/2020
Central Otago residents have their say on power price increase
The country’s return to Lockdown Level 2 did not come at a great time for consumers wanting to have their say about potential $20/$30 per month power bill increases in the South Island. Learn about consumer feedback so far, and how to attend an online consultation session during Lockdown.

18/08/2020
Uncertainty for electricity market – what does it mean for your bill?
New Zealanders are facing renewed uncertainty when it comes to paying their power bill as the country heads back into Lockdown. The good news is that there are changes in the pipeline that will give you opportunities to save on your bill.

30/07/2020
Have your say on $20-$30/month power bill increase in South Island
Residential power bills could increase by $20-$30 per month under an application to the Commerce Commission. The Commerce Commission wants your say on how these price increases will be implemented.