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'Ruling the roost more than ever': Former Energy Minister rips into Big Four power companies

Market reform is seen by some as the only real way to see power prices come down.

‘Nan, we've got no power': Mum of six disconnected for months - as major provider stops practice

Energy campaigners have condemned disconnections for people in hardship as ‘punitive’.

Does your power company tell you if you're on the cheapest deal? Check our interactive

The graphic shows which companies do a best-plan check and help struggling customers.

US and EU tensions ease and energy costs rise | NZ Herald afternoon news update: July 28, 2025

Tension between the USA and the EU eases as a trade deal is made. A Greymouth High School student is charged with assault of another student. Energy prices rise. Video / NZ Herald

'We are suffering': Solo mum used Afterpay for food since power bills chewed up benefit

More than 100,000 New Zealanders can’t keep warm in their homes over winter. We ask why.

Editorial: Not everyone is confident the energy sector is in good shape

OPINION: Prices have risen 6.2% since last year and consumers are going hungry or cold.

Editorial: Cost-of-living crisis hits harder in winter

OPINION: About one in 10 children lack a safe, warm bed in New Zealand.

'Our energy market is broken': Letter from industry bodies asks PM for urgent reforms

Consumer NZ highlights tough choices between heating homes and buying food.

Stock Takes: The power company gaining the most from the big wet

Hydro storage in New Zealand is now above the long-run average, thanks to heavy rain.