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flag New Zealand proposes capping high electricity connection fees to lower housing and EV charging barriers, with minor rate increases for some current users.

flag New Zealand’s Electricity Authority is proposing limits on high up-front connection charges for new electricity customers, aiming to ease barriers to housing, business development, and EV charging. flag The move targets a small number of lines companies where fees exceed fair shares, with expected monthly increases for existing customers of 22 to 66 cents in some areas. flag The reforms seek to spread costs over time, improve transparency, and ensure reliable service delivery, with public feedback due by 19 December 2025. flag Changes are interim steps toward broader 2030 reforms.

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