Te Komihana Tauhokohoko Commerce Commission

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State of Competition report released

Our first State of Competition report reveals a mixed picture, with competition remaining broadly stable overall but with growing pressures in other parts of the economy.
Fuel surcharge guidance for businesses

While fuel surcharges can be a legitimate way for businesses to recover unexpected increases in fuel costs, we want to remind businesses about how to apply them fairly.
Emergency response guidance for businesses

We want to ensure businesses have simple and clear information about how they can work together to maintain the supply of goods and services during an emergency situation.
Competition Matters Conference 2026

At our Competition Matters Conference on 14 May, we heard from an exceptional line up of speakers and panellists from across government, the OECD and the business community as they unpack the big issues shaping a more competitive and prosperous future.

Latest news

26 May 2026

Level playing field measures to be introduced

The Electricity Authority Te Mana Hiko (Authority) says its decision to amend the Electricity Industry Participation Code 2010, to introduce non-discrimination obligations (NDOs), released today, will help level the playing field in the electricity market.
25 May 2026

NZGA seeks authorisation to engage in collective bargaining with Southern Cross

The Commerce Commission has received an application from New Zealand Gynaecology Association Inc (NZGA) on behalf of its members, seeking authorisation and interim authorisation to collectively negotiate with health insurance company Southern Cross and hospitals over the provision of gynaecology services.
15 May 2026

Competition Matters Conference 2026

Our Competition Matters Conference 2026 was held on Thursday 14 May at the New Zealand International Conference Centre in Tāmaki Makaurau, Auckland.
15 May 2026

ComCom authorises NZBA to collectively negotiate with Armourguard

The Commerce Commission has issued its final determination to authorise, with conditions, the New Zealand Banking Association’s application for it and a group of banks and other parties, to collectively negotiate with Evergreen International LLC (Armourguard) over cash-in-transit (CIT) services.