Help with paying your bill

Our Te Tira Manaaki o Kenehi (Genesis Caring Team) is here for you

Worrying about paying your bills is stressful, we understand that. Financial hardship is more common than you might think. We pride ourselves on being here for Kiwis through good times and bad. If you’re finding things tough, our team will treat you with respect and empathy, so please reach out.

Call 0800 300 400

We will work with you to keep your lights on and home warm. And we’re always here to…

check that you are on the most suitable pricing plan
help find a payment solution that works for you
provide tips and advice on how to save on your energy bill
recommend budgeting services to help you manage your bills
help you track your usage through Energy IQ

If you just need a bit more time to pay your bill, you can login/register with Energy IQ and request a 14-day extension.

Talk to us 0800 300 400

Critical medical supply

If for medical reasons you are dependent on electricity or gas, it is essential you contact us to ensure we provide you with the right level of support.

To speak with us about critical medical supply, please call 0800 400 460.

The critical medical supply process:

Chat with us so we can start the process of flagging your account for medical dependency
Fill out the form provided, sign by a medical practitioner and return to Genesis
If you’re medically dependent and without power, please read this important information on what to do.

Critical medical supply

If for medical reasons you are dependent on electricity or gas, it is essential you contact us to ensure we provide you with the right level of support.

To speak with us about critical medical supply, please call 0800 400 460.

The critical medical supply process:

Chat with us so we can start the process of flagging your account for medical dependency
Fill out the form provided, sign by a medical practitioner and return to Genesis
If you’re medically dependent and without power, please read this important information on what to do.

Introducing Te Tira Manaaki o Kenehi

Te Tira Manaaki o Kenehi (Genesis Caring Team) is here to better serve and support you through good times and bad. They’re a dedicated bunch, ready to talk options for managing your power bill. Meet some of the team below.

Sacha… leads the payments team, been with Genesis for 13 years. Previous work with Red Cross gave her insights into hardship.
“We’re really proud of how we support customers experiencing financial hardship.”

Kyra… knows first-hand what it means to be in hardship, been with Genesis for 10 years.
“I know what it’s like to struggle and I feel blessed to help customers in their time of need.”

Glenda… creates positive outcomes for customers, been with Genesis for five years.
“It’s hard for people in hardship to ask for help. I’m proud we engage with customers to offer solutions and support.”

Hear all about it from our customer, Steve

Steve is a loyal, good-paying customer but COVID-19 hit his business hard. His dog kennels went from being fully booked, to empty. Take a look at the video to hear Steve’s story and the support provided by Te Tira Manaaki o Kenehi.

Hear all about it from our customer, Steve

Plenty of support available

MoneyTalks (FinCap)

Free and confidential budgeting advice available to individuals, family and whānau. Financial mentors will help to understand your financial situation, organise your debt and plan.

MoneyTalks

EnergyMate

A no-cost, in-home energy coaching service for households at risk of energy hardship who are struggling to pay their power bill or keep their home warm.

EnergyMate

Work and Income

You could be eligible for WINZ support. WINZ also help existing beneficiaries manage outstanding bills and get your debt to a manageable level.

Work and Income

Energy IQ

Our free app helps you view bills, track your usage and see how much electricity you’re likely to use in coming weeks. Energy IQ delivers personalised energy consumption insights to customers.

Control-a-bill

A convenient payment option that lets you smooth out the highs and lows of your energy bills. We work out your annual energy usage, divide this up and spread the payments out. Pay the same amount for every bill, making budgeting easier.

Spread payments out