Switching power companies now easier than ever.

Power bills can be confusing but that doesn't mean it's hard to find a cheaper offer.

Consumer NZ says that the improved "What's My Number" website has made finding a cheaper energy supplier even easier.

Chief Executive Sue Chetwin says that with the ability to find savings on electricity and gas prices the site is proving more popular than ever.

"Kiwi's love getting a bargain, and the success of whatsmynumber.org.nz is proof of that. A few minutes spent on the site could show you how to save hundreds of dollars for you and your family. It's just common sense" said Mrs Chetwin.

The website, which has been visited by over five hundred thousand New Zealanders, was created in 2011 by Consumer NZ, the Electricity Authority and the Ministry of Consumer Affairs to help New Zealanders find their potential power savings. The reason for such popularity is clear - according to government research, households spend $280 million per year more than they need to.

"Once you've got your number you can jump straight to Consumer NZ's powerswitch.org.nz site which lists the best deals in your area based on your usage and lets you automatically switch. You don't have to ring your supplier, just click and within a few minutes you'll be on the way to cheaper power bills".

www.whatsmynumber.org.nz and www.powerswitch.org.nz are independent sites maintained by the Ministry of Consumer Affairs, Consumer NZ and the Electricity Authority.

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