New ZealandAI-powered supercomputer delivers faster, more precise weather forecastsThe Cascade supercomputer makes five-day forecasts as reliable as two-day ones.22 Sep 03:29 AM
PremiumEnergyEnergy security or emissions risk: What Huntly's new coal deal really meansGenesis has struck a deal with BT Mining to supply coal for the Huntly Power Station.22 Sep 01:10 AM
LiveNew ZealandWild weather leaves hundreds without power in Canterbury and WellingtonStrong wind and heavy rain warnings are in place over the South Island this weekend.20 Sep 10:34 PM
PremiumPoliticsShane Jones wants to consider re-nationalising power companies in energy shake-up09 Sep 05:00 PM
New ZealandNormal Air NZ schedule to take two days to return, power cut to 300+ homes as gales lift roofs31 Aug 08:06 PM
PremiumOpinionFraser Whineray: Four urgent policy fixes to insulate NZ against rising power prices28 Aug 09:00 PM
PremiumEnergy'A big disappointment' – analyst's view on Genesis Energy's earnings outlook25 Aug 09:26 PM
Markets with MadisonMaking it rain: Mercury’s plan to invest $550m in historic hydro stations14 Aug 07:00 PM
EnergyWhy businesses are struggling with New Zealand's industrial gas crisisGas users are curtailing operations due to rising costs.11 Aug 05:00 PM
AucklandWatch: Burst water main in Avondale sends water spraying roughly 8–10 metres into the air.A 150mm water main has burst on Rosebank Road in Avondale, causing localised flooding to multiple sections and sending water 8–10 metres into the air. Video / NZ HeraldWatch04 Aug 05:04 PM
New ZealandEngineer honoured for leadership in empowering women in constructionArden Hermans founded Girls in Infrastructure to share how "cool" the industry is.04 Aug 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumStock takesStock Takes: What to watch out for this reporting seasonWill this month's company reporting season reveal a turnaround for the sharemarket?31 Jul 11:00 PM
New ZealandSolar panels and livestock: A new approach to farming in WaiukuThe farm's solar panels can power between 600-700 homes near Waiuku.28 Jul 12:01 AM
Business'We are suffering': Solo mum used Afterpay for food since power bills chewed up benefitMore than 100,000 New Zealanders can’t keep warm in their homes over winter. We ask why.27 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEditorialEditorial: Not everyone is confident the energy sector is in good shapeOPINION: Prices have risen 6.2% since last year and consumers are going hungry or cold.17 Jul 05:00 PM
Auckland'Our energy market is broken': Letter from industry bodies asks PM for urgent reformsConsumer NZ highlights tough choices between heating homes and buying food.13 Jul 06:00 AM
PremiumPremiumStock takesStock Takes: The power company gaining the most from the big wetHydro storage in New Zealand is now above the long-run average, thanks to heavy rain.10 Jul 09:00 PM
EnergyGenesis AI trial cuts energy use by 10% with smart hot water controlThe trial involved 17,000 customers, shifting water heating to off-peak times.07 Jul 11:27 PM
PremiumPremiumPoliticsSpecial tax change for fossil fuel companies was proposed ahead of BudgetMinisters opted to instead set money aside for stakes in new gas fields instead.03 Jul 04:50 AM
New ZealandFrom the theatre to a line mechanic: Hastings woman aims to inspire women into electrical trade'They just treat me like "one of the guys" but still realise I have different strengths.'02 Jul 04:05 AM
Energy'Actively exploring options': Genesis eyes new fast-start plantGenesis plans a new fast-start plant at Huntly of up to 100MW by winter 2027.30 Jun 11:31 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'Change their footprint': Kiwi start-up's plan to shave $1200 a year off household power billsBasis plans to install over 50,000 smart panels globally in the next 24 months.30 Jun 05:00 PM
Business'Pick up the pace': NZ needs faster progress on energy projectsTranspower highlights the need for more electricity generation amid declining gas.30 Jun 04:50 AM
PremiumPremiumBusinessAI could add $3.4b to NZ economy – if we can address areas where we lagNew Zealand is behind in some areas, such as AI uptake and skills.24 Jun 03:00 AM
EnergyAuditor-General warns of investment need for electricity reliabilityAchieving net zero by 2050 will require increased spending in the electricity sector.24 Jun 12:55 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandPower bill increase in Tairāwhiti, but better infrastructure promisedFirstLight Network has increased resilience work as power bills rise in Tairāwhiti.12 Jun 04:00 AM
Business'Just going to get more expensive': Power prices up 6.2%, ahead of inflationStatistics NZ has released its selected price index for the year to April. 10 Jun 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Dwindling faster': NZ's falling gas supply bad news for householdsHousehold gas use is 4% of total consumption, but prices may rise.07 Jun 10:20 PM
PremiumPremiumBusiness'A Swiss army knife': Genesis CEO extols new Huntly battery projectThe project will boost the key station's flexibility, says chief executive Malcolm Johns.05 Jun 07:00 AM
Energy'Essential back-up': Huntly battery to bolster NZ energy supplyGenesis is building a $150m battery at Huntly Power Station.04 Jun 11:30 PM
PoliticsBiggest change in NZ history: New proposals for freshwater, infrastructure, farming'Sorting out our planning rules is critical to boosting economic growth.'28 May 11:58 PM
