EconomyThe 30-year power price hikeKiwi power prices have increased at twice the rate of most other countries over the past three decades.02 Feb 04:30 PM
TechnologyTech Universe: Thursday 24 JanuaryBackpacks on mussels? Researchers at the University of Iowa attached wireless sensor packages to Mississippi river mussels that measure how open their shells are.23 Jan 07:20 PM
BDBDEnergyMercury Energy cuts power pricesElectricity retailer Mercury Energy has announced its first across the board price cuts in a decade.21 Jan 12:45 AM
BDBDEnergyMeridian tips sale of stake in Oz wind farmMeridian Energy is considering the sale of its 50 per cent stake in the A$1 billion Macarthur wind farm in Australia.08 Jan 04:30 PM
New ZealandBills soar but relief due next yearPower bills have jumped more than $100 this year, latest figures show - but Auckland households can expect some reprieve next year.17 Dec 04:30 PM
New ZealandDeath risk from copper thieveryThieves in Wanganui are risking death by cutting copper wire from live electricity networks.29 Oct 10:47 PM
BDBDEnergyMajor spending cut for Tiwai PointNZ Aluminium Smelters has today announced a $70m spending cut for the Tiwai Point plant in Bluff.29 Oct 01:30 AM
EnergyWeather and economy weigh on power sectorDry weather and a sluggish economy are the biggest challenges for New Zealand's electricity companies right now.25 Oct 09:20 PM
New ZealandCouncil lends hand in power-bills fightWorkshop aims to explore provider switch for Turangi residents.15 Oct 04:30 PM
OpinionEditorial: Meridian needs best dealMeridian Energy is not a private enterprise but in negotiation with Rio Tinto it must act like one. If it can get a better power price elsewhere, Tiwai smelter must go.14 Oct 04:29 PM
New ZealandPrepay power leaves kids illChildren in homes with prepaid power meters risk developing bronchial illnesses because many families run out of cash to keep the meters topped up, experts say.07 Oct 04:30 PM
New ZealandBills fuel move to DIYA tiny King Country town which depends on tourism could go off the national grid because of crippling lines charges for power.25 Sep 05:30 PM
New ZealandHousehold power bills surgeHousehold power bills have risen by up to $316 this year, and lines companies and retailers are blaming each other for the increases.20 Sep 05:30 PM