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DERIVATIVE INSTRUMENTS - BROKER MARGIN DEPOSITS (Details) (USD $)
In Thousands, unless otherwise specified
Mar. 31, 2013
Sep. 30, 2012
Broker margin - Current assets $ 42,930 $ 21,929
Broker margin - Current (liabilities) (10,805) 0
NJNG [Member]
   
Broker margin - Current assets 0 1,713
Broker margin - Current (liabilities) (10,805) 0
NJRES [Member]
   
Broker margin - Current assets $ 42,930 $ 20,216