May 2013
Canterbury power consumers’ opinions sought on proposed increase in prices
1 May 2013
The Commerce Commission is seeking the views of Canterbury consumers on an application by the lines company Orion to increase its electricity prices as it rebuilds its network following the earthquakes. Orion is also seeking to recover lost revenue and extra costs incurred as a result of the quakes.
Relates to: Electricity
April 2013
Commission seeks public comment on Orion Customised Price-Quality Path Proposal
19 April 2013
The Commerce Commission has commenced the process for setting new maximum prices and new quality standards for Orion New Zealand Limited (“Orion”).
Relates to: Electricity
Commission approves amendment to costs Transpower can recover for Otahuhu Substation project
15 April 2013
The Commerce Commission has approved an amendment to the Major Capital Expenditure Allowance (MCA) for the Otahuhu Substation Diversity Project. The maximum amount of expenditure that Transpower can now recover from consumers has increased from $99.0 million to $106.1 million (all in 2009 dollars).
Relates to: Electricity
January 2013
New report tracks electricity distributor trends 2008 –2011
30 January 2013
A new report from the Commerce Commission gives consumers information on how well their local electricity distribution business is performing.
Relates to: Electricity
