EnergyMeridian profit up, but a tough 2025 year loomsMeridian has lifted its earnings, but says dry conditions will make 2025 challenging.27 Aug 09:44 PM
EnergyMeridian says wind, rain taking pressure off hydroWind and rain might a drag for some, but help take pressure off strained power system.26 Aug 09:03 PM
PoliticsMinister warns Electricity Authority will be ‘roadkill’ if energy prices not addressedShane Jones says it must use its powers to rein in energy generation companies' profits.21 Aug 04:19 AM
EnergyTranspower decision due soon on hydro lake levelsTranspower will soon decide if generators can use more water from their hydro dams.20 Aug 05:22 AM
EnergyPower squeeze prompts Tīwai Point to cut production againNZAS agrees to curtail aluminium production at country’s biggest power user.19 Aug 09:17 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyEarnings preview: NZ's big four power companies set to reveal allHydro lake levels and gas supply will feature in upcoming power company results.18 Aug 05:00 PM
Markets with MadisonPower problems: How high electricity prices hurt generation companiesEarnings could be impacted - and relief might be a while away.08 Aug 07:00 PM
EnergyPower prices double in three weeks; Government may interveneShane Jones says the Government is considering intervening to force lower prices.07 Aug 08:34 PM
New ZealandContact Energy pulls the plug on reconnection, disconnection fees'A compassionate step that will make a tangible difference.'04 Aug 10:26 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyHow a $448 million wind farm was nearly blown off courseFrom multiple cyclones to Covid lockdowns and cement gone wrong.01 Aug 03:00 AM
Markets with MadisonGas shortage has energy industry and exporters in ‘distress’ - analystSupply is at a record low and prices are at record highs.28 Jul 07:00 PM
New Zealand'Unclear, unkind and unreasonable': Scrap disconnection fees for power debt says lobby groupPetition against hefty fees to be presented to Electricity Authority this week.23 Jul 05:00 PM
EnergyTiwai Point to ramp down electricity usage to ease tight supplyTightening gas supply and low lake levels have pushed wholesale power prices higher.22 Jul 01:34 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyWhat's behind the latest power price spike?NZ wholesale power prices are sharply higher this winter.21 Jul 05:00 PM
EnergyNZ's Harapaki wind farm up and runningThe project was delivered inside its $448 million capital forecast.19 Jul 04:37 AM
OpinionOpinion: 'An emotional discussion' - We need to know the size of NZ's energy hardship problemOPINION: No one likes the idea of a family struggling to pay their power bill.17 Jul 05:00 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyStock Takes: A new era for power utilities? And sharemarket winners and losers in Q2Power generation goes from 'nothing-to-see here' to having quite a few moving parts.04 Jul 05:00 PM
Small BusinessPower bills pile on the pressure for households, small businessesMost respondents in a new survey were worried about rising costs and network resilience.25 Jun 05:00 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
PremiumPremiumEnergyHow Tīwai Point aluminium smelter just became NZ’s biggest batteryAfter years of uncertainty, the Tīwai Point aluminium smelter's future has been assured.31 May 05:00 PM
Energy‘Fantastic’: New deal extends Tiwai Point aluminium smelter's life by 20 yearsHundreds of jobs at massive plant secured under breakthrough deal.30 May 08:59 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyMeridian's Hawke's Bay wind farm to open in JulyHarapaki wind farm will ramp up production in time for the second half of winter.08 May 09:43 PM
New ZealandElectric ferry on way for Fiordland's Lake ManapōuriThe ferry will transport Meridian staff and contractors to the power station.13 Mar 07:02 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyMarket close: Slow and steady decline the flavour of the monthA mixed-bag earnings season did little to help the NZX fire up.29 Feb 05:15 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyMarket close: NZ stocks end firm after RBNZ rate callNZ stocks ended on a firm note after RBNZ kept rates on hold.28 Feb 05:12 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyMeridian set to hike power prices by 6 per centMeridian will lift its power prices due to increased costs.28 Feb 03:05 AM
EnergyMeridian ups profit and dividendThe power generator and retailer has raised its first half profit and dividend.27 Feb 08:16 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyRio Tinto, Meridian do a power deal for winterTiwai Point's owners have signed a deal to release more to the grid in peak times.26 Feb 10:56 PM
PremiumPremiumConstruction'Let us stay': Wellington restaurant vs NZX-listed landlord in $8.9m court claimFight over Italian-style restaurant's battle to remain in leased capital premises.22 Feb 08:05 PM
PremiumPremiumEnergyAfter the rains: A return to normal for power company profitsThe power sector is likely to report slightly reduced earnings for the December half year.18 Feb 02:00 AM
PremiumPremiumEnergyMercury leads NZ sharemarket up as Aucklanders take a breakTrading was quiet as Aucklanders relaxed on their anniversary holiday.29 Jan 05:08 AM
PremiumPremiumConstructionMarket close: New Zealand shares bounce back with Summerset leading the wayThe retirement village operator dragged up other parts of the market in a broad rally.09 Jan 04:55 AM
PremiumPremiumAirlinesMarket close: Shares dip as interest rate cut question weighs on investorsTransport stocks were also under pressure after Maersk said it’s avoiding the Red Sea.08 Jan 05:12 AM
PremiumPremiumNew ZealandUp close with giants: What it's like to stand beside Hawke's Bay's 'most expensive project'Amid eye-watering winds, 1100m above sea level, stands a remarkable engineering project.01 Dec 05:00 PM