The 622 megawatt question overhanging the generation game
The closure of the Tiwai Point smelter will usher in a new era for NZ's power generators.
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Ardern distances herself from Peters' smelter buy-out comments
Peters suggested a buy-out of the smelter – Ardern suggested that's not on the cards
Another move in the long Tiwai Pt chess game
Comment: Instead of a deal that's best for the smelter, how about what's best for NZ?
Peters: Tiwai smelter must be saved
Comment: Why are we importing junk aluminium while making some of the best in the world?
'Gigafactory' Tesla plant proposed for Tiwai
Massive Southland plant could generate 8000 jobs and inwards investment of $6.9b.
Revealed: How far Meridian was prepared to go to keep its biggest customer
"We felt that it was a pretty compelling package," Meridian CEO says.
Meridian CEO on losing its biggest customer: 'We will adapt'
Meridian's chief executive Neal Barclay says the company will adapt to Tiwai's closure.
Tiwai Point closure: What Transpower must spend to shift excess power north
Energy prices may fall but consumer power bills may also be affected by transmission cost.
Power company shares trade sharply lower on smelter closure plan
New Zealand's power generators were hit hard by Tiwai's closure.
Closing Tiwai Pt could push up power prices for everyone - Contact
Shifting excess power north means transmission charges could climb.
Blame it on Rio: Government's offer to help smelter owner
Rio Tinto says Ministers offered to help build business case for major discount.
Gore mayor puts heat on mining company to remove toxic waste
Gore mayor is putting pressure on Rio Tinto to remove dangerous waste from Southland site.
Bankers spruik Tiwai, as analysts predict smelter will be sold
Rio Tinto would be better off paying someone $200m to take Tiwai Pt smelter off it.
Power surge: What happens if Rio Tinto pulls the plug on Tiwai?
What are the scenarios if Rio Tinto closes its Smelter at Tiwai Point?
Peter Lyons: Govt should tell Rio Tinto where to stick its smelter
Comment: Blatant corporate blackmail should be treated with the contempt it deserves.
Tiwai Pt smelter needs 'tens of millions'
Smelter says it needs major reduction in energy costs, warning the Government not to wait.
Soper: Is Rio Tinto calling the Government's bluff?
COMMENT: Rio Tinto coughs and NZ's power companies catch a $2 billion cold.
$1.5b wiped off power companies as smelter owners hint at closure
The owners of the Tiwai Pt aluminium smelter have raised the possibility of closure.
Shell director resigns amid Rio Tinto fraud allegations
A director of Shell has resigned after being charged with fraud.
Oz stocks fall $32b on Trump worries
Markets spooked by concern at US President Donald Trump's ability to deliver on plans.
Meridian CEO hopes Tiwai smelter will stay
Meridian chief executive Mark Binns says he wants to see the Tiwai Point aluminium smelter stay, "but not at any cost".
Genesis annual earnings slip 2.7pc on weak prices
Our biggest electricity retailer says lower power, gas and oil prices, along with competition, has hit its annual earnings.
Genesis extends life of Huntly station
Genesis Energy has negotiated a high price from other generators who want to keep them as back-up.
$10m in pay as Rio Tinto slumps
Rio Tinto boss Sam Walsh earned A$9.13 million ($10 million) last year as the mining giant posted an annual loss amid a global commodities slump.
Power deal keeps smelter alive
A revised contract between Meridian Energy and the owners of the Tiwai Pt aluminium smelter extends the smelter's operating life for at least another year from 2017.
Political parties welcome smelter decision
Labour leader Andrew Little said it was "good news" for the 800 workers at the plant, and the Green Party described it as a "relief".
Tiwai Pt deal done with Meridian
Tiwai Point smelter looks set to stay open after the announcement of a new power deal with Meridian Energy.
Tiwai Pt decision delayed for a month
A decision on the future of Tiwai Point's massive electricity contract, due today - has been delayed by a month.
Tiwai Pt to save $50m under grid change proposal
The Electricity Authority has published a series of proposals on more efficient ways to charge for the national grid.
Rio Tinto pulls mine expansion support
Mining giant Rio Tinto has pulled its support for any expansion of Kakadu's Ranger uranium mine after its operator put the project on ice.
Diamond miners targeting millennials
Diamond producers are targeting a new generation to ensure the gems are seen as the ultimate luxury item.
Mergers and acquisitions 'back on radar'
With the mining sector seen nearing the bottom of the cycle, Rio Tinto Group signalled to analysts it's ready to resume mergers and acquisitions.
Rio Tinto posts record production
Rio Tinto Group's Sam Walsh said if the second-largest mining company cut iron ore output after prices sank, forfeited supply would be made up by rivals with higher costs, and that wouldn't be in his....