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$2b powerhouse: Why Contact really wants Manawa

Contact's chairman says it's all about hydroelectricity.

Markets with Madison: Power merger

Two electricity companies could join forces to become the second-largest player. Contact Energy’s CEO and chairman explain why they’ve been trying to take over Manawa in secret.

Methanex proposes idling one plant indefinitely, job cuts

The nation's biggest gas user will go down to one plant.

Will Contact's plan for Manawa get over the line?

Contact's $2.3b plan may struggle to get Commerce Commission clearance.

Contact Energy makes $1.86 billion play for Manawa

Contact says it wants a more diversified, resilient and efficient business.

Minister warns Electricity Authority will be ‘roadkill’ if energy prices not addressed

Shane Jones says it must use its powers to rein in energy generation companies' profits.

Power squeeze prompts Tīwai Point to cut production again

NZAS agrees to curtail aluminium production at country’s biggest power user.

Contact reports increased earnings, Freightways takes 5.8% hit to net profit

Hydro volatility a major factor for Contact, Freightways hopes it has turned a corner.

S&P welcomes NZ power deal

The ratings agency says the 20-year power deal for Tiwai is a boon for generators.

How Tīwai Point aluminium smelter just became NZ’s biggest battery

After years of uncertainty, the Tīwai Point aluminium smelter's future has been assured.

‘Fantastic’: New deal extends Tiwai Point aluminium smelter's life by 20 years

Hundreds of jobs at massive plant secured under breakthrough deal.

Rising costs prompts Contact to rethink Wairākei development

"Assessed total project costs have come in substantially higher than previously expected."

Editorial: Energy crisis - Will Kiwis be able to heat their homes this winter?

OPINION: As we head into winter, how will New Zealand's energy grid cope?

Salt, sake and steam as giant geothermal power station cranks up

The turbine's opening ceremony involved traditional Japanese and Māori elements.

Company results: Contact's profit increases, Freightways’ earnings slump

Contact expects a more generous electricity deal to be finalised with Tiwai Point.

After the rains: A return to normal for power company profits

The power sector is likely to report slightly reduced earnings for the December half year.