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Business leaders urge electricity investment boost amid rising demand
The country’s business leaders say there is enough capital available.
Petrol price risk: Oil spikes after Iran’s missile attack on Israel
Financial Times: Sustained price increases likely if a wider regional war breaks out.
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'The people have spoken': Dunedin council votes to keep Aurora Energy amid financial strain
A total of 760 submissions were received through the consulting period.
Transpower called on to act urgently following investigation into downed pylon
Transpower is being called on to act urgently after an investigation into the downed pylon found the power company had failed to act ahead its collapse. Video / Mark Mitchell
Shane Te Pou: What broken energy system needs to deliver cheaper power for Kiwis
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Area chosen for hydrogen-natural gas blend pilot
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Why you aren't getting an extra Vector payment anymore
The Entrust dividend payout is on its way to 365,000 Aucklanders this year.
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Hundreds of thousands of Aucklanders get $350 in their bank accounts
The cash is on its way to 365,000 Aucklanders this year.
Japanese Ambassador met Govt to discuss energy crisis impact on investment
Japan's Ambassador warned high prices were squeezing big investors.
BlackRock and Microsoft plan US$30b fund to invest in AI infrastructure
FT: Nvidia and MGX will join effort as energy-intensive tech strains power grids.
Opinion: Is solar power the solution for NZ’s energy crisis?
OPINION: Rooftop solar power could help fix NZ’s energy crisis, build disaster resilience.
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.
Contact Energy makes $1.86 billion play for Manawa
Contact says it wants a more diversified, resilient and efficient business.
Winstone blames power prices for mill closure
Winstone says its two central North Island mills will close indefinitely.
Consent granted for 93ha solar farm
Around 103,000 solar panels will be built by Harmony Energy.
'Crap to cash': Start-up nominated for breakthrough technology
The significance of these achievements is "massive".
How national security has transformed economic policy
Financial Times: Spy fears and dual-use technologies have eclipsed free market orthodoxy.
Meridian's southern hydro lakes are filling fast
Meridian's southern hydro lakes are in better shape after a dose of rain.
Power price surge hits councils: Wairoa faces 40% energy cost hike
Council's power costs surged 40% in three months, impacting water supply expenses.
First look: Inside Northland oil refinery post-shutdown
Marsden Point was once a hive of activity – now it's quiet and pipes are rusted.
Energy crisis: What will it take to fix the system?
What this month's power price spike says about NZ's electricity sector.
How changing your laundry habits can save you money
Kiwis use more than 39 billion litres of water a year for washing laundry.
Stock Takes: Aussies snap up $2b stake in NZ power line company
Australia’s second-largest pension fund will take up majority ownership of Powerco.
Erosion found on both sides of Waikato River control gates
The banks on either side of the Lake Taupō bridge need stabilising.
Explained: What is causing NZ's energy crisis?
Energy prices have shot up in recent weeks as the power supply has diminished.
Waste-to-energy plant application called in by Environment Minister
The plant is proposed to be built in Te Awamutu.
Lake Taupō shrinks away as dry winter takes its toll
The lake is more than one metre lower than it was at the beginning of the year.
Far North renewable energy resources soar with third solar farm starting
Far North's third big solar farm to be built at Pamapuria
Meridian profit up, but a tough 2025 year looms
Meridian has lifted its earnings, but says dry conditions will make 2025 challenging.