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Bridget Abernethy: Why radical reforms won't lower electricity costs

Electricity prices rose 8.4% last year, mainly due to higher line charges.

Why gas shortages could halt production at key NZ fertiliser plant

Gas prices for industrial users are rising by 15% to 30%.

Stock Takes: What to watch out for this reporting season

Will this month's company reporting season reveal a turnaround for the sharemarket?

'Ruling the roost more than ever': Former Energy Minister rips into Big Four power companies

Market reform is seen by some as the only real way to see power prices come down.

Solar panels and livestock: A new approach to farming in Waiuku

The farm's solar panels can power between 600-700 homes near Waiuku.

Genesis says no deal, no Rankine unit

The energy sector is coming to a crucial decision point.

Solo Mum used Afterpay for food to manage power bill charges

Liz, a solo mum in Māngere East, got into arrears with Contact Energy, leading to a power cut and reconnection fee. Video / Carson Bluck

Power Games

Our electricity system is at a crossroads. Who will pay to keep the lights on, prices down and businesses running? Video / Alyse Wright, Michael Craig, Mark Mitchell

'Pick up the pace': NZ needs faster progress on energy projects

Transpower highlights the need for more electricity generation amid declining gas.

AI could add $3.4b to NZ economy – if we can address areas where we lag

New Zealand is behind in some areas, such as AI uptake and skills.

Auditor-General warns of investment need for electricity reliability

Achieving net zero by 2050 will require increased spending in the electricity sector.

Power bill increase in Tairāwhiti, but better infrastructure promised

FirstLight Network has increased resilience work as power bills rise in Tairāwhiti.

'Just going to get more expensive': Power prices up 6.2%, ahead of inflation

Statistics NZ has released its selected price index for the year to April.

'Dwindling faster': NZ's falling gas supply bad news for households

Household gas use is 4% of total consumption, but prices may rise.

'Essential back-up': Huntly battery to bolster NZ energy supply

Genesis is building a $150m battery at Huntly Power Station.

‘Will not accept repeat of last winter’: Major move unveiled to boost country’s energy

The changes to hydro generation are expected to power around 6000 more homes.