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7 Kmart hacks to keep your home cosy this winter
It’s no secret that an efficient heater and a good dehumidifier are essential for keeping your home warm and dry...
Introducing the Pay it Forward Programme
Small acts of kindness are happening around us every day. Whether it’s helping carry someone’s groceries, jumpstarting the neighbour’s car...
How to save money on your power bill this winter: customer edition!
Power bills tend to increase over winter as we start switching on the electric heaters, taking longer showers and spending...
How does solar power work?
Thinking about making the switch to solar energy? Join the club!
As solar technology continues to become more affordable, more and...
6 ways to keep your power bill down during lockdown
With New Zealand in full lockdown, families up and down the country are spending almost all of their time at...
Everything you need to know about the Winter Energy Payment
Winter is almost here. For many households across New Zealand, this means higher energy bills as we switch on the...
9 reasons why your power bill might be higher than usual
It’s normal for your electricity bill to fluctuate slightly from month to month, but every now and then you might...
Hot water cylinder hacks to save on your power bill
Has your latest power bill landed you in hot water? Simmer down, stop the steam coming out of your ears...
Beyond bulbs: 8 creative lighting options to illuminate your life
Your choice of lighting can make or break the vibe of your home.
Get it right and you’ll be rewarded with...
New Year, new you - new power company?
We’re about a month into 2020 and if you’re anything like us you’ve probably already fallen off the bandwagon once...
How much do Christmas lights cost to run?
‘Tis the season to be jolly - and what better way to express your holiday jolliness than by wrapping your...
5 things we love about summer (power edition)
There’s a lot to love about summer in New Zealand. Whether you’re catching a tan, road tripping or chowing down...
What’s the deal with bundle plans?
Looking for a cheaper broadband provider? Tired of dealing with a stack of individual household bills?
A bundle plan could be...
Electricity spot the difference: NZ vs Australia
They wear thongs, we wear jandals. We say kia ora, they say gidday. They’re home to a worrying assortment of...
Introducing Broadband Internet for Grey Power Electricity customers
We’re delighted to announce the launch of a brand new product for all Grey Power Electricity customers!
Starting from 16 September,...
House moving tips: Customer edition
Moving into a new house is an exciting milestone in anyone’s life.
The actual moving process? Not so much.
No matter how...
8 life hacks for saving money on your power bill this winter
The days are shorter, the nights are colder, and if you’re anything like us, you're probably curled up on the...
First time gas user? Here’s what you need to know
Looking for a more efficient way to heat your home? Running out of hot water in the shower? Dodgy electrical...
Does turning everything off actually save power?
As your TV show wraps up, you lean over to grab the remote and turn the tele off. The screen...
Grey Power Electricity Picks: 5 of our favourite electricity related Guiness World Records
The Guinness World Records is the only place where you’ll find the likes of Usain Bolt and Da Vinci rubbing...
6 Things You Need To Know About Electric Vehicles
Petrol prices got you peeved?
An electric vehicle might be the answer.
Silent, futuristic and wonderfully economical, electric vehicles have exploded in...