How much will it cost to get connected to gas?

Powerco requires that ongoing revenue from consumers will provide a commercial return on Powerco’s connection asset investment and the common network. Where this is not the case Powerco may require the consumer to make a contribution to the cost of connection, we will detail any costs in writing once we receive your consumer connection request.  

How long will it take to get connected?

This is dependent on the location of your premises relative to the commissioned distribution network. Generally if gas is available in your street we would envisage that your Service Pipe and GMS would be installed and commissioned in 4 to 6 weeks of you supplying us with a completed and complying CCR form, and your prompt payment of any relevant connection charges payable to Powerco.  

Should I apply to a Retailer or Powerco for a connection?

Powerco manages the physical gas connections to its network and requires to interact with the owner of the premises in making connection arrangements. Before you can be connected however, you will need to choose a retailer and enter into a gas supply agreement with them. Your retailer can then act as your agent in arranging connection with Powerco but the CCR application must be signed by you, and you are directly responsible for payment of any connection charges applicable to the connection.  

Why do I need a gas retailer?

Powerco is purely a gas distributor and provides a delivery service transporting natural gas across its networks. Gas retailers purchase the gas and on-sell to customers like you. Gas retailers are required by legislation to be licensed and must have entered into a Use of System Agreement with Powerco before they may supply consumers across Powerco's network. For consumers of less than 5 TJ p.a. Powerco will directly contract with and charge gas retailers for use of its network and gas retailers will include the cost of this service in their charges to you the end consumer. In such cases you will receive only one account for your gas supply and your contractual relationship will be with the retailer with whom you have a gas supply agreement. For consumers above 5 TJ p.a. both Powerco and a gas retailer will have separate contracts with you.  

Will there be any future incentives?   
        
A decision has not yet been made at this stage but we a reviewing our options. 

What if I connect my appliances after Dec 24^th?        

As per our connection offer terms and conditions, appliances must be connected within 21 business days of the meter being installed on your property. As long as the afore mentioned condition is met and you made your application before 24th December, you will receive your incentive.