Fast-tracking supermarkets
The Government has introduced the Fast-track Approvals Amendment Bill to make it easier and faster for new supermarkets to be built.
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Customer and Product Data Act
The Government has established a consumer data right through the Customer and Product Data Act 2025. The Act establishes a framework for data portability which, when applied to specific sectors through regulations, will allow customers in that sector to digitally share specific types of data (such as transaction history) and initiate specific actions (such as payments) with third parties. This gives individuals and businesses greater choice and control over their data.
Retail payment system
We are working to ensure that the retail payment system operates in the interests of New Zealand consumers and businesses.
Effectiveness of economic regulation for airport services
Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch international airports are subject to information disclosure regulation under Part 4 of the Commerce Act 1986. This means the Commerce Commission reviews the pricing decisions of these airports to promote greater understanding of their performance.
Commerce Commission Chair reappointed
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) today announced the reappointment of Dr John Small as Chair of the Commerce Commission. At the same time, MBIE has also confirmed associate member Stephen Ridgeway’s renewed cross-appointment to the Commission.
Tristan Gilbertson reappointed to the Commerce Commission
The Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment (MBIE) has confirmed the reappointment of Tristan Gilbertson as Telecommunications Commissioner and Member of the Commerce Commission.
Consultation on standards – Customer and Product Data Act 2025
MBIE is seeking feedback on new draft standards that will support the implementation of regulated open banking in New Zealand.
Seeking feedback to improve competition in New Zealand
Competitive and dynamic markets are critical to economic productivity and the welfare of New Zealanders.
Supermarket competition
We are working across government to improve competition in the grocery sector.
Economic regulation of water services
Local government water supply and wastewater services are subject to economic regulation under Part 4 of the Commerce Act 1986. This is part of the Government’s Local Water Done Well programme.