The country's electricity market regulator will later this month launch a new website for consumers to compare power bills.
That as it is being given new powers this year to intervene and make the industry better serve consumers.
Last year households and businesses faced increases of between 10 and 15 per cent on their power bills.
And in 2024 a dry year caused a spot price shock that closed down several industrial businesses.
A review into the market led to the Government deciding to give the Electricity Authority the power to fine companies more, and to change market rules quickly.
The new website is expected to be launched this month, but Consumer says it will continue to operate the Powerswitch site.
Sarah Gillies, chief executive of the electricity authority, speaks to Kathryn.
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