PremiumPremiumConstructionLodestar raising funds again for more solar farmsSolar power firm raising funds to build more solar farms.03 Jun 10:15 PM
EnergyS&P welcomes NZ power dealThe ratings agency says the 20-year power deal for Tiwai is a boon for generators.03 Jun 04:17 AM
New ZealandWeather causes 27 power outages across Waikato, over 17,500 homes affectedHomes could be without power for at least the next five hours.29 May 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyGlobal demand for electricity soars with rise of AI and EVs - who will pay?EVs and AI are putting huge demands on the power supply. What does it mean for investors?28 May 01:00 AM
EnergyGenesis cuts earnings forecast as Kupe well disappointsGenesis' gas well in the Kupe field, KS-9, came up short.21 May 11:36 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergySpark to take solar power from Genesis’ Lauriston projectGenesis Energy has signed up Spark to take power from its Laurison solar project.20 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Why can't capable, keen workers find jobs?OPINION: 'She has been spending hours every day seeking employment with no joy.'20 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Power crisis blame game; what is the PM's vision for NZ?OPINION: 'Successive governments are not devoid of blame for this either.'17 May 05:00 PM
EnergyRising costs prompts Contact to rethink Wairākei development"Assessed total project costs have come in substantially higher than previously expected."16 May 10:14 PM
New ZealandGisborne Digest: A round-up from around the districtNews snippets from around the Gisborne area.15 May 05:00 AM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: AT needs an attitude change; Three Strikes justiceOPINION: 'We appear to have a bureaucracy that is not reading the room.'14 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumLetters to the EditorLetters: Three Strikes explanation welcome; why can't Brown put the brakes on AT?OPINION: 'Such refining of solutions should be applauded.'13 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandElectricity prices, Wynyard ferry and Aurora lights | Focus Morning Bulletin May 13, 2024Consumers urged to ensure they’re getting the best deal on electricity, how a new ferry could save Wynyard Quarter and your chance to catch a glimpse of the aurora lights this weekWatch12 May 07:47 PM
New ZealandQueues of cars at vantage point for Kiwis keen to catch last glimpse of auroraOne Wellingtonian described the situation as 'complete chaos'.12 May 06:22 PM
New ZealandConsumers urged to ensure they’re getting the best deal on electricityThe latest stats show electricity prices have been rising more slowly than incomes.12 May 05:00 PM
New Zealand'Complete chaos': Hundreds of cars jam Wellington's south coast, where to see the auroraAucklanders have received a stroke of luck regarding glimpsing the aurora tonight.12 May 09:27 AM
New ZealandNational power grid emergency further extendedThe coldest spot this morning was in the central North Island.12 May 12:02 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionHeather du Plessis-AllanHeather du Plessis-Allan: Labour’s decisions still affect us negativelyOPINION: What happens next is the fault of the last Government.11 May 08:53 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionClaire TrevettClaire Trevett: The blame games and politics of a winter power crisisNo government likes to waste a crisis - even a two-hour-long one.10 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumOpinionEditorial: 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?10 May 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCommoditiesPower crisis averted, but a sign of things to come?Businesses and individuals managed to avoid a blackout - this time.10 May 03:22 AM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: NZ needs a sensible approach to ensure continuous power supplyOPINION: Hydro and wind power are all good until it doesn't rain or blow a gale.09 May 05:00 PM
New ZealandIwi leaders meet with ministers over oil and gas exploration'We need to make sure our rights and interests are protected.'09 May 12:04 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyGenesis to resume coal buying as gas shortage loomsGenesis Energy expects to be buying coal again by the end of the year.07 May 09:58 PM
New ZealandSalt, sake and steam as giant geothermal power station cranks upThe turbine's opening ceremony involved traditional Japanese and Māori elements.06 May 06:35 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionProject Kea can buy Canterbury land for giant rubbish recycling plantTwo ministers signed off on the land deal for the project, opposed by some locals.01 May 01:48 AM
PoliticsGovernment to take 'good look' at ministers' powers in Fast-Track Approvals BillSubmitters raised concerns about ministers' powers and conflicts of interest.30 Apr 12:13 AM
CommoditiesOne thing households could do to save $1000-plus on power billsAlso under scrutiny are the creaky state of Kiwi appliances and our ageing vehicle fleet.20 Apr 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCompaniesTranspower warns of supply risk, despite last week’s delugeThe summer-autumn period this year has been relatively dry.17 Apr 10:00 PM
PremiumPremiumCommoditiesChristchurch firm raising $70m for new home battery - half the price of Tesla’s PowerwallManufacture could be just 18 months away, if across the Tasman.15 Apr 02:00 AM
EnergyMercury avoids $1.5m in fines after ‘steam hammer’ eventMercury has committed to improving worker safety after an incident at Rotokawa.11 Apr 04:53 AM
New ZealandHouseholds using gas, petrol could save thousands by going electricAccording to a report, electric appliances and vehicles are now economically favourable.17 Mar 07:23 PM
New ZealandDelays to two huge Hawke's Bay solar farm projects, but developers say bright future aheadA solar farm in Central Hawke's Bay and one near Hawke's Bay Airport both face delays.06 Mar 04:18 AM
New Zealand25 homes still without power, helicopter crew repairing damaged lines'The lines have been brought down in a remote area where access is challenging.'05 Mar 10:04 PM
