The Hidden Reason Behind $600 Power Bills
Last week, a client called me, completely shocked after his power bill skyrocketed to $600 in just one month. I visited his home expecting to find a faulty appliance draining extra power, but after a full check, everything was working perfectly. What many people don’t realise is that high bills usually aren’t caused by broken appliances, but by the way we use electricity in our everyday routines and the appliances that quietly consume the most power.
Here are some simple changes that can help lower your monthly bill:
Hot Water
Heating water uses an element, one of the biggest power consumers in any home. Managing hot water use and installing a timer can lead to significant savings. I’ve installed timers for many customers and they’ve noticed real results.
Dryer
Instead of running the dryer every day for just a few clothes, try to use it less often and wait until you have a full load.
Heating
Swap out electric heaters for a heat pump. They’re far more efficient and will save you money over time.
Lighting
Switch to LED lights. They last longer and use only a fraction of the electricity.
Outdoor Lights
Install a sensor so your lights only turn on when needed.
Small changes like these can add up to big savings every month.
If you’d like tailored advice or help with installing timers, sensors, or upgrades, I’m here to help.
Volts Electric
Ali – 022 599 7699
info@voltselectric.co.nz
Poll: Are our Kiwi summer holidays helping us recharge, or holding the economy back? ☀️🥝
There’s growing debate about whether New Zealand’s extended Christmas break (and the slowdown that comes with it) affects productivity.
Tracy Watkins has weighed in ... now it’s your turn. What’s your take? 🤔
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72.2% We work hard, we deserve a break!
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17.3% Hmm, maybe?
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10.5% Yes!
Some Choice News!
Many New Zealand gardens aren’t seeing as many monarch butterflies fluttering around their swan plants and flower beds these days — the hungry Asian paper wasp has been taking its toll.
Thanks to people like Alan Baldick, who’s made it his mission to protect the monarch, his neighbours still get to enjoy these beautiful butterflies in their own backyards.
Thinking about planting something to invite more butterflies, bees, and birds into your garden?
Thanks for your mahi, Alan! We hope this brings a smile!
Have you seen Rowena?
Police are urgently appealing for sightings of Rowena, 39, reported missing from Christchurch.
She was reported missing to Police on 22 October 2025, and was last seen on 14 August 2025. Rowena hasn’t been in contact with her children and her family are worried for her safety.
Police investigating her disappearance have identified her as being in Auckland, Tauranga and Christchurch in the recent months prior to her missing person report being made.
If you have seen Rowena, or have any information regarding her whereabouts, please contact us immediately.
You can contact us via 105 either over the phone or online at 105.police.govt.nz, clicking “Update Report” and referencing file number 251022/9026.
Information can also be provided anonymously via Crime Stoppers on 0800 555 111.
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