New Zealand’s electricity market regulator

Working for an electricity system that benefits all New Zealanders

Electricity Authority releases updated improved billing guidance

The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko has published updated guidance to help power companies implement important billing reforms by 1 April 2027. The new rule…

Reminder: nominations for the Security and Reliability Council close soon

The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko is calling for nominations for three members of the Security and Reliability Council.

Why transmission pricing matters in a changing electricity system

New Zealand's electricity system is changing rapidly. Demand for electricity is growing as homes, businesses and communities adopt new technologies and electri…

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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 8 December 2026

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Managing peak electricity demand

How to better manage risks to electricity supply during peak demand periods.

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Submissions open until 13 November 2026

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Code amendment omnibus

Consulting on amendments to the Electricity Industry Participation Code.

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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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