Energy
Two major power cuts in six days hit Far North
Lines network company Top Energy says the outages were not connected, despite affecting the same areas.
Far North business leaders unimpressed at second power outage
Power went out for more than 23,000 homes and businesses yesterday, a week after the lines company promised the supply was reliable.
Gentailers' Huntly coal mountain given the go ahead
The Commerce Commission has authorised Genesis, Contact, Meridian and Mercury to set up a coal stockpile at Huntly Power Station.
More than 300 Southland, South Otago residents still without power
PowerNet says some customers have not had electricity for 13 days.
Pacific region aims for a renewable energy future
The Pacific is gunning to be the first region in the world to be completely reliant on renewable energy. Audio
'Wear thin pretty soon': Start of second week with no power
Residents are adapting to using gas bottles, generators and car headlights for cooking, heating and lighting. Audio
Genesis Energy announces plans for $487 million Waikato solar farm
The planned 271 megawatt farm near Rangiriri is expected to generate enough electricity to power 54,600 homes.
New Plymouth's Festival of Lights switches to 100% solar
The council has signed a new deal with the airport to take energy from its solar farm.
Group seeks to revive axed Lake Onslow hydro project
A private consortium plans to lodge a fast-track consent application for the pumped hydro storage scheme in the "next week or two".
Heavy rain, snow gives hydro lakes winter boost
After fears of a dry winter, the country's hydro lakes have had a much-needed boost, with wholesale electricity prices easing.
Contact Energy scales back controversial Lake Hāwea plan
Locals are worried a big drop in the lake's level could affect their water supplies and cause dust storms.
Call for wind, solar export limits to be doubled
The rules need to be changed to keep pace with modern solar and battery systems installed in homes and businesses, the Electricity Authority says.
Call for power companies to make it easier to switch and choose plans
Power companies need to step up and help their consumers with better deals, the Electricity Authority says. Audio
Proposal to simplify electricity bills
The Electricity Authority is proposing changes to simplify electricity bills and make it easier for consumers to understand and compare plans. Chief executive Sarah Gillies spoke to Ingrid Hipkiss. Audio
The plan that may see dirtier, more expensive power
Anaylsis: If you were looking for a government solution to soaring electricity bills, you won't have found it in last week's announcement.
The nothing burger of a power plan
The much anticipated government announcement of a solution to soaring power prices has fallen well short of fundamental reform. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Friday 3 October 2025
In today's episode, in the UK, two people are dead and four others are in hospital after a terrorist attack on a synagogue in northern Manchester; Vessels that were attempting to reach Gaza as part of… Audio
Some homeowners consider ditching gas as prices rise
With natural gas reserves dropping, prices rising and the future of gas supply uncertain, some New Zealand home owners may be considering switching to electric. Ben Mayne from Ben Mayne Plumbing and… Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Thursday 2 October 2025
In today's episode, more than 11,500 allied health workers have voted to strike for 24 hours as part of a mega strike later this month; Meridian Energy says the government's long-awaited energy… Audio
Coalition stake out different positions on electricity reforms
The politics of power is certain to feature in election year - with all three coalition parties staking out distinct positions on how to fix the electricity market. Acting political editor Craig… Audio
