WorldHow fossil fuel disruptions lead to booms in solar and batteriesSolar installations globally reached a record 655 gigawatts last year.12 Mar 02:00 AM
AirlinesAir New Zealand to cut 1100 flights but no routes, CEO saysJet fuel has overtaken labour to become the airline's biggest cost, boss says.11 Mar 06:56 PM
PremiumAirlinesIran war impacting airfare prices and jet fuel in 'peaky' crisis There is unique volatility with some 'freakish' fuel prices, an airline leader says.11 Mar 04:00 AM
EnergyFuel security update: How many days of petrol and diesel NZ hasPetrol, diesel and jet fuel stocks all sit above legal minimum levels.11 Mar 02:10 AM
Energy'Energy on steroids': Todd picked to drill first superhot Taupō geothermal wellDrilling is due to begin about mid-2027 on the Rotokawa geothermal field.11 Mar 12:01 AM
PremiumBusiness'The worst of all worlds': Oil price spike spells disaster for petrol prices, inflation and your wallet08 Mar 11:38 PM
PremiumEnergyMarket shock: Oil surge, share sell-off and rising rates after Iran attack06 Mar 04:26 AM
PremiumFreight and logistics'No choice but to pass on': Diesel surge set to push up cost of goods06 Mar 04:07 AM
PremiumPremiumWorldIran war: Global economy is facing the prospect of another profound shockNew York Times: Any event that extends the war or threatens energy sources has impacts.04 Mar 02:01 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionRichard Prebble: Affordability politics – what Luxon, Hipkins and Seymour's speeches really told votersOPINION: Christopher Luxon offered 37 initiatives but little sense of priority or empathy.04 Mar 02:00 AM
WorldHow MAGA suddenly learned to love solar powerUS right reckons with renewable role in powering AI, keeping energy bills from spiralling.03 Mar 09:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyLNG price shock exposes billion-dollar Port Taranaki risk, expert warnsExperts warn a spot-market LNG strategy could expose New Zealand to price shocks.03 Mar 12:54 AM
WorldSaudi Arabia on alert after Iran strikes biggest oil refineryThe attack could be a deliberate tactic to disrupt global trade.02 Mar 08:30 PM
EnergyMeridian swings to $227m profit as wind and hydro deliver bumper half-yearMeridian swung from a $121m loss to a $227m profit on strong hydro and wind.24 Feb 09:52 PM
EnergyMercury lifts profit and dividend as strong hydro boosts $537m earningsNet profit rebounded to $20m from a $67m loss during 2024's price spike.23 Feb 08:44 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyGovt considers indemnity against financial loss for new thermal electricity investmentsCrown indemnity could drive new investment in thermal electricity, mitigate political risk23 Feb 06:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEconomyWealth of 10 biggest iwi edges higher in tough yearIwi have had three consecutive years of difficulty, but 2025 showed a modest improvement.23 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyBig green bet: Genesis taps investors for $400m to cut coal and boost renewablesGenesis Energy's coal power output tumbled to 164GWh, cutting first-half costs. 23 Feb 05:11 AM
EnergyGenesis Energy plans $400m equity raise after record first-half profitThe Government will invest $198m to keep its 51% stake in Genesis Energy.22 Feb 07:53 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergy'Engine that gets New Zealand going': Mercury bets big on new power projectsMercury's boss says gentailers are now building new plants faster than 'Think Big'.20 Feb 06:00 PM
Energy'Sound position to invest': Auckland's Vector plans higher capexEnergy distributor Vector plans to escalate capex in the second half. 19 Feb 09:31 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyContact raises $525m to fast-track renewable energy buildoutNew funds will back a 200MW battery, Glorit solar and Tauhara 2 drilling.16 Feb 04:00 AM
EnergyRenewables spending spree: Contact plans $525m raise for green energyThe equity placement is priced at $8.75 per share, a 7.2% discount to last close.15 Feb 08:12 PM
EnergyWatch: Giant transformer arrives for $135m Huntly grid battery projectThe 100MW battery will store enough power for about 60,000 homes for two hours.13 Feb 02:47 AM
PremiumPremiumOpinionMatthew HootonMatthew Hooton: The $1b LNG gamble that could cost Luxon his low-tax brand and his jobOPINION: If he truly believes it's the answer, he could have handled the politics better.12 Feb 04:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyBillion-dollar plan to import gas: Worthy insurance policy or costly last resort?Industry is supportive, the Parliamentary Commissioner for the Environment is sceptical.10 Feb 03:00 AM
PremiumPremiumPropertyWhat were the 10 biggest deals of 2025 where foreigners bought NZ assets?The deals included $US700m being invested in the financial services business FNZ Group.04 Feb 11:00 PM
PremiumPremiumProperty'Thousands of families suffering from overheating' – what's changed?Danny Rood says his former Christchurch bedroom once hit 57.1C at night.02 Feb 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyEngineering marvel: The national power grid’s underground secretDeep beneath the Kaimanawa Forest Park, the Rangipō Power Station churns out 120MW. 17 Jan 01:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyPower prices to climb again as 2026 election battle lines formPower bills climbed 11.3% in the year to September, with more rises expected.15 Jan 05:11 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergy'Excited about what AI can offer': Meridian chief eyes next wave of changeMeridian CEO Mike Roan will be focusing on building new generation capacity in 2026. 07 Jan 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumCommoditiesGold rush 2.0: High-paying mines fuel boom on the West CoastGold fever on the West Coast: jumbos, gold bars and $90,000 a year for entry-level miners.29 Dec 10:00 PM
EnergyElectricity Authority lays complaint over Huntly power plant code breachThe authority says missed instructions can risk regional power outages.23 Dec 01:56 AM