Commerce Commission - Latest News [Page 1]
HP New Zealand Seeks Reauthorisation For Resale Price Maintenance
Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 2:27 pm | Commerce Commission
The Commission previously authorised this arrangement in August 2021 for five years, and this authorisation is due to expire on 31 August 2026. More >>
Business Owner Admits Contempt Of Court, Safety Advisory Issued To Former Customers
Tuesday, 5 May 2026, 12:39 pm | Commerce Commission
Commerce Commission General Manager, Competition, Fair Trading and Credit Rebecca McAtamney says the outcome is a reminder to businesses and directors that the Commission expects compliance with such arrangements. More >>
Statement Of Unresolved Issues Released For Rafting JV Co's Proposed Acquisition Of Three Rotorua Rafting Operators
Thursday, 30 April 2026, 2:37 pm | Commerce Commission
The Commission is currently scheduled to make a decision on the application by 18 June 2026. More >>
Commission Declines Clearance For Kegstar’s Proposed Acquisition Of Konvoy
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 4:48 pm | Commerce Commission
The merger proposed bringing together the only providers of PPF services in New Zealand. More >>
Commission To Issue SoUI On Rafting JV Co's Proposed Acquisition Of Three Rotorua Rafting Operators
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 12:56 pm | Commerce Commission
The Statement of Unresolved Issues will be published on the Commission’s case register in due course and will outline the Commission’s competition issues with the proposed merger. More >>
Statement Of Unresolved Issues Released For Godfrey Hirst’s Proposed Acquisition Of Bremworth
Tuesday, 14 April 2026, 7:15 pm | Commerce Commission
The Statement of Unresolved Issues we have published is the third issues statement that the Commission has released on the proposed acquisition, and follows the process outlined in our Mergers & Acquisitions Guidelines. More >>
Commission To Issue Statement Of Unresolved Issues On Godfrey Hirst’s Proposed Acquisition Of Bremworth
Thursday, 2 April 2026, 7:50 pm | Commerce Commission
The Commission was scheduled to make a decision on the application by 2 April 2026. However, an extension of time has been agreed between the Commission and Godfrey Hirst. The new decision date is 29 May 2026. More >>
Co-Operative Bank Penalised $2.482 Million By High Court For Charging Customers Unreasonable Fees
Thursday, 2 April 2026, 3:48 pm | Commerce Commission
Co-operative Bank charged twelve unreasonable fees across its lending products involving home loans and personal loans, including Home Loan Establishment Fees and Overdraft Facility Fees. More >>
Commission Proposes Go Ahead For Major Investment To Replace Critical Cook Strait Cables By 2030
Wednesday, 1 April 2026, 10:03 am | Commerce Commission
The Commission’s approval is for the first stage of a two-stage plan to replace and expand the highvoltage direct current (HVDC) cable capacity and replace the HVDC control system. More >>
Statement Of Issues Released For Beijer Ref To Acquire Refrigeration Specialties
Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 1:36 pm | Commerce Commission
The Commission is seeking submissions from Beijer Ref, Refspecs and any other interested parties on the issues raised in the Statement of Issues. More >>
ComCom Recommends Deregulating Fibre Landline Voice Service
Tuesday, 31 March 2026, 9:43 am | Commerce Commission
Landline use has declined by over 70% in the last decade. Most Kiwis now use a mobile for voice calls at home. Kiwis who still have a landline typically receive it as part of their broadband package using internet-based technology (VoIP). More >>
Draft Determination Proposes Authorisation Of NZBA Application To Collectively Negotiate Cash-In-Transit Services
Thursday, 26 March 2026, 8:49 am | Commerce Commission
Any submissions by interested parties should be received by Friday 10 April, with cross-submissions due by midday on Friday 17 April. More >>
Commerce Commission Announces Appointment Of New Chief Executive
Wednesday, 25 March 2026, 3:01 pm | Commerce Commission
Commission Chair, Dr John Small, says that among a very strong field of applicants, Suzanne stood out for her breadth of experience across private and public sectors – experience that equips her with a perspective that will serve the Commission ... More >>
Commission To Issue Statement Of Issues On Beijer Ref’s Proposed Acquisition Of Refrigeration Specialties
Wednesday, 25 March 2026, 11:48 am | Commerce Commission
The Statement of Issues will be published on the Commission’s case register in due course, and will outline the potential competition issues with the acquisition following the Commission’s initial investigation. More >>
The Warehouse Fined $234,000 Following Commission Action Over Potentially Dangerous Toy
Tuesday, 24 March 2026, 5:46 pm | Commerce Commission
Toys that are designed, manufactured, labelled, or marketed for use by children under the age of three must comply with the product safety standard under the Fair Trading Act. More >>
Statement Of Issues Released For The Merger Of NPD And Gull
Tuesday, 17 March 2026, 12:56 pm | Commerce Commission
Submissions are due by close of business on 2 April 2026, with cross-submissions due by close of business on 15 April 2026. More >>
Commission Proposes Improvements To Fibre Rules To Support New Zealand’s Digital Future
Tuesday, 17 March 2026, 10:45 am | Commerce Commission
Telecommunications CommissionerTristan Gilbertsonsaid the review is about ensuring the regulatory framework keeps pace with a rapidly evolving telecommunications market. More >>
Commission Hangs Up On Mobile Termination Regulation As Competition Strengthens
Monday, 16 March 2026, 8:52 am | Commerce Commission
Fifteen years on, 2degrees has grown into a strong nationwide competitor and New Zealand now has three established mobile networks competing vigorously for customers. More >>
Commission Ramps Up Scrutiny On Fuel Companies Amid Market Pressures
Thursday, 12 March 2026, 4:52 pm | Commerce Commission
Commissioner Bryan Chapple says more frequent reporting will be used to call out any pricing behaviours that give the Commission cause for concern, both publicly and directly with fuel companies. More >>
Commerce Commission Investigating Potential Pyramid Scheme Operating Throughout New Zealand, Issues Warning To Public
Thursday, 12 March 2026, 12:06 pm | Commerce Commission
The Commission notes the scheme has relatively low-cost joining fees, meaning many participants have multiple memberships. More >>
