The Government has released a Request For Information (RFI) to hear from investors and prospective grocery market competitors about possible barriers to entry and investing and growing at scale in the market.

The Government response follows the Commerce Commission’s market study into the retail grocery sector.

We are working with the Department of Internal Affairs to advance the new direction for water services and policy based on Local Water Done Well.

The Government has introduced a bill that would establish a new economic regulation regime for local government water services suppliers.

Competitive and dynamic markets are critical to economic productivity and the welfare of New Zealanders.

Thank you for telling us your views on the proposals for open banking designation regulations

We are consulting on a proposed levy to recover the cost of the Commerce Commission’s new functions to regulate water services under the Commerce Act 1986 from 1 July 2025 onwards.

The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment is asking for feedback on a proposed levy to recover the cost of a new economic regulation and consumer protection regime for New Zealand’s water services.

Tell us about your experiences accessing electricity customer or product data and any feedback you have on a potential consumer data right for the electricity sector.

Seeking feedback on Parts 2 and 3 of the Commerce Act 1986 and other changes to ensure the Act is fit for purpose