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Powerco announces Chief Executive Officer’s departure
After 18 years at Powerco, including the last nine as Chief Executive Officer, Nigel Barbour has resigned and will be leaving the business next year.
Electric shock survivor warns of power line danger following horrific accident
The first jolt of electricity from overhead power lines went through the right-hand side of avocado harvester Troy Hall’s head – killing him.
The second jolt, right through the chest, brought him back.
Greytown planned power outages to support commercial growth
An upgrade of Greytown’s electricity network is currently underway to support commercial growth and the future reliability of the power supply in the Wairarapa town.
Look up in the orchard – Power lines can kill
Bay of Plenty avocado and kiwifruit orchardists are being urged to ‘look up’ before they pick fruit, prune, build artificial shelter belts or raise canopies, because power lines can kill.
Research Project aims to help design energy networks of the future
New Zealanders are being asked their views on everything from electric vehicles and rooftop solar, to home battery storage systems, as part of a cutting-edge plan to understand and enable emerging energy ecosystems.
South Waikato national grid connection project begins by building solid foundations
Powerco has recommenced work upgrading the Putaruru substation as it embarks on a significant project to build a new connection to the national grid in the South Waikato.
New Zealand’s four largest electricity distributors come together to offer businesses payment deferrals during COVID-19
Electricity lines companies Orion, Powerco, Vector and Wellington Electricity serve 60% of New Zealand’s electricity customers. The group has worked together to provide network payment deferral programmes to business customers on their networks.
Powerco ensures the ongoing safety and reliability of its networks for customers now and into the future
Powerco is reviewing and prioritising its planned works programme during the Government’s Covid-19 Alert Level 4 status to ensure its electricity and gas networks remain safe and reliable for customers, now and into the future.
Powerco’s pole reinforcement trial in Whanganui
A pole reinforcement trial has been completed in Whanganui with the aim of extending the working life of wooden poles across Powerco’s North Island network.
Powerco welcomes BESS to the Whangamata community
Powerco’s new multi-million dollar grid sized battery was officially opened in Whangamata today.
Graduate survey gives Powerco thumbs up
Powerco has topped the list among New Zealand university graduates as the place to work in the mining, energy, oil and gas sector.
Lightning storms caused widespread network damage
Two weather fronts caused widespread damage on Sunday.
Drab to fab for New Plymouth inner-city building
Copper thieves hack through earth wires
Rural network upgrade for central Taranaki
Start to rural electricity upgrade in Central Taranaki.
Commissioning milestone for big city project
Powerco promotes career options for girls
Copper thieves target private properties
Preparing for tomorrow's network
If there’s a foundation document upon which Powerco operates, it’s the Asset Management Plan (AMP) – and it’s a mighty big foundation at 423 pages long.
Powerco's Network Operations Centre officially opened
Powerco’s new $5 million Network Operations Centre has been officially opened by the Minister of Civil Defence, Kris Faafoi, in New Plymouth.
High tech trial in rural Whanganui
Major maintenance project planned for Feilding
About 40 electricity linesmen will descend on Feilding next week for a six-hour maintenance project in the eastern part of the town.
Featherston Tree Trimming
Work is due to be carried out in Featherston to clear vegetation that has encroached on the 11,000 volt lines just north-east of the town.
Powerco’s new high-tech voice radio technology boosts safety
The safety of fault crews working across Powerco’s vast electricity network has been greatly improved thanks to new voice radio technology.
$6m electricity upgrade for Matamata
A $6 million development project by electricity distributor Powerco is about to start in the Waikato town of Matamata.
Yacht move causes power disruptions
The transportation of a new pleasure yacht from Palmerston North to Foxton Beach has caused a number of power outages to residents along the route.
Power going underground in national park
The overhead electricity supply from the edge of the Egmont National Park to the Stratford Mountain House is to be put under ground early next year.
Big project under way in Coastal Taranaki
Powerco has begun a major pole replacement programme south of Opunake that will strengthen its supply network there, particularly during storms.
Powerco issues safety warning
Powerco is urging drivers of large loads to take more safety precautions around power lines
Research released on role of gas in a low-carbon economy
Given the vital role gas and its infrastructure play in the New Zealand economy, it is crucial to understand the options for gas in the changing policy environment.
Lightning hits Powerco network
A flurry of lightning strikes caused outages across the Powerco network this morning.
RFI: Transmission Alternatives for Hinuera Area
Powerco has issued a Request for Information (RFI) to provide electricity supply options for Putaruru, Tirau, part of Matamata, and surrounding areas as part of its project to improve reliability
of supply to the area.
South Taranaki electricity project
A $6m substation at Mokoia is expected to be commissioned before Christmas by electricity distributor Powerco.
Three-peat for Powerco in Network Utility survey
Powerco has reinforced its status as an environmental, social and governance (ESG) leader.
Electricity cable upgrade in central New Plymouth
Lines company Powerco has begun a project to replace about 700m of electricity cables that have served the New Plymouth CBD since the 1950’s.
Powerco launches pillar power box safety initiative
Powerco is urging home owners to get in touch if they believe a pillar box near their property is damaged or could pose a safety risk because of where it is positioned.
New substation takes shape
The new $4.5m Ferguson substation is taking shape in central Palmerston North.
New substation commissioned at Tauriko industrial estate
Tauranga’s rapidly expanding Tauriko industrial estate now has an enhanced electricity supply with the recent commissioning of a new substation.
Good gains made with power restoration
Field crews made good progress today repairing damaged equipment and restoring power supply to customers across Powerco’s Taranaki electricity network.
Restoration work continues across Powerco network
Ground crews have made steady progress throughout today restoring supply to customers across Powerco’s electricity network.
High winds cause further damage overnight
Strong winds caused further damage to Powerco’s network overnight with about 8200 customers without power this morning.
Storm cuts power overnight
More than 1000 Coastal Taranaki residents will be without power overnight after widespread damage from a storm that first hit the province about 6.30am Tuesday.
Napier gas leak
Powerco gas field staff isolated a gas leak today at an address in Thames St, Napier.
Storm strikes swiftly, 12,000 without power
A tornado, lightning strikes, heavy rain and high winds have combined to cut power to about 12,000 properties from Taranaki to Whanganui today.
Powerco warns customers of impending storm
Powerco has asked customers in the Taranaki, Whanganui, South Waikato and Coromandel areas to brace themselves for high winds and heavy rain from tomorrow afternoon.
Electricity project reaches halfway mark
Taranaki contractors have reached the halfway stage of an $11 million ducting and electricity cable laying project in New Plymouth.
Powerco moves to Customised Price-quality path
The Commerce Commission today published a final decision on Powerco’s customised price-quality path (CPP) proposal.
Powerco crews on standby for Tropical Cyclone Hola
Powerco is asking people to prepare for Cyclone Hola by securing objects that could blow into overhead power lines.
Restoration effort continues
Restoration of Powerco’s network in Taranaki after Cyclone Gita is now centred on mopping up the remaining customers still without power.
Restoration effort in final stages
Powerco crews have made good progress restoring power to about 24,000 customers affected by cyclone Gita on Tuesday.
Restoration effort ramps up
Powerco is making steady progress repairing its cyclone-damaged network and hopes to have more customers back on line by the end of the day.
Restoration effort ramps up
Powerco has ramped up resources in the effort to restore power to customers whose supply was cut in the ferocity of ex-Cyclone Gita.
Work continues to restore power
Powerco is making progress restoring power to thousands of customers whose electricity was cut overnight in the wake of ex-Cyclone Gita.
Powerco comes to the party
Lines company Powerco has helped the Castlepoint community give 26-year-old Christina Booth a day to remember this Friday.
Big task begins to restore power
Powerco continued the task of getting power back on to more than 15,700 customers who were cut off overnight in the wake of Cyclone Gita.
Taranaki feels the force of Cyclone Gita
Powerco customers throughout Taranaki began to feel the wrath of Cyclone Gita from about 3.30pm today when high winds began cutting supply to areas dotted around the mountain.
Safety warning as storm approaches
Powerco to remove lines over Whanganui River
Powerco upgrading Hutt Valley gas supply
A section of the gas network that supplies the Hutt Valley is going underground.
New substation project
Powerco is about to start work on a $6.9m substation at Mokoia south of Hawera that will enhance electricity supply in the area.
Good progress restoring power
It was another big day for Powerco crews as they continue to work to restore power to storm damaged regions.
More field crews helping storm response
Storm causes more outages
Storm causes widespread outages
Powerco issues safety warning as storm approaches
Stay safe around overhead power lines this summer
It’s that time of year where property owners get into full swing with house and roof painting, tree trimming and general tidy-ups.
Keeping orchardists safe during avocado harvest
Orchardists are being urged to look up before they work to ensure they are well clear of power lines as the avocado picking season gets underway in the Bay of Plenty.
Powerco supports Tui Ora to drive electric
Tauriko substation work progressing well
Powerco releases 2017 half-year results
Powerco's Chair John Loughlin has announced the company's interim results for the six months to 30 September 2017.
Snow ‘forecast’ for Whangamata
Powerco’s Customer Services Co-ordinator comes out on top
Major electricity network project for New Plymouth
Powerco is about to start a major electricity cable-laying project across New Plymouth from Moturoa to upper Vogeltown.
Cutting-edge solar units to relieve farms, rural businesses
Weather threatens to hamper restoration progress
A weekend of unsettled weather is expected to hamper the progress of workers battling to restore electricity to about 260 customers in the Taihape area.
Restoration effort gets heavy-lifting boost ahead of next storm front
A heavy-lifting helicopter is ferrying new power poles, equipment and field crews into the most remote areas of the Central Plateau today as Powerco's storm power restoration continues.
Powerco ramps up efforts to restore power to remote areas
As power is restored to the majority of properties on the Powerco network, the focus is now on getting to the most remote and hard to reach areas.
Huge effort to restore power to properties
More than 700 Powerco customers had their electricity switched back on today as the network continued its recovery from the hammering it took in last week's storm.
Massive effort to restore power to properties
Power was restored to more than 9000 properties since the storm hit the country last week but it's the last 900 that Powerco crews are focused on now.
Powerco crews out in force
Power was restored to more than 300 customers last night and crews were out in full force again this morning.
Powerco teams set for big push
Powerco crews have geared up for a big push to restore power to customers in the Taihape, Waiouru and Mangaweka regions tomorrow and Thursday.
Storm repair costs will be high
Powerco estimates it will cost at least $2 million to repair the damage caused by this week's storm.
Power restored to Mangaweka township
Power has been restored to the township of Mangaweka today, although some rural and remote areas remain without power again tonight.
Crews in top gear as the weather brightens
Powerco crews were out at first light today to continue their efforts to get customers' power restored across the storm damaged Western region.
Snow damage affecting restoration efforts
It's been another big day for Powerco crews as they continue to work to restore power to the storm damaged Western region.
Crews battle to restore power
Powerco crews were out at first light this morning to begin the major task of restoring power to customers across its Western electricity network.
Crews make good progress
Power was restored to the Waiouru and Taihape townships late this afternoon after service from the national grid was reinstated by operator Transpower.
Crews make good progress
Powerco crews have made good progress throughout the morning restoring power to about 3000 customers across its storm-damaged Western network.
Storm causes widespread outages
Customers face overnight blackout
Powerco thanks Palmerston North and Manawatu for patience
Ashhurst power cut
Powerco is working with customers in Ashhurst following a power cut in the town about 11am yesterday (Wednesday).
Powerco makes CPP application to the Commerce Commission
Powerco today made a formal application to the Commerce Commission for a customised price-quality path (CPP). This follows Powerco's release of its preliminary proposal for public consultation in January.
Masterton powers into the future
Damage to Whitby gas main
Powerco is responding to a damaged gas main in the suburb of Whitby, Porirua.
Powerco achieves solid financial results for the year to 31 March 2017
Powerco today reported improved earnings and underlying profitability, but a fall in net profit after tax because of unrealised losses on financial instruments for the 12 months to 31 March 2017.
Hastings gas leak
Powerco contractors are dealing with a significant sized gas leak in Hastings after a pipe was damaged during maintenance work this morning.
Update Hastings gas leak
Gas supply in Hastings was fully restored about 4pm today after a leak near Hawke's Bay Hospital caused disruption earlier in the day.
Powerco crews in recovery phase
Faultmen are busy restoring supply to about 570 Powerco customers in the Bay of Plenty, Wairarapa and Whanganui in the aftermath of Cyclone Cook.
Powerco on high alert
Powerco has field crews on high alert in the event of expected heavy rain and high winds over the next two days causing damage to its network.
Power restored to evacuated Whanganui properties
Power has been reconnected this morning to 104 evacuated properties in central Whanganui following threats of flooding associated with Cyclone Debbie in the town.
Whangamata power cut cancelled
An eight-hour, blanket power cut scheduled for Whangamata on Tuesday has been cancelled due to bad weather.
Art attack on city substations
Often the target of unwanted graffiti, substations around the city will be brought to life with professional spray art, as part of the Paradox: Tauranga Street Art Festival.
Power Out Party planned during power cut for Whangamata
Whangamata residents are invited to a special Power Out Party on April 4 to entertain the community while key strengthening works are completed on the town's main power supply.
Major works on Botanical Road
Palmerston North motorists are being advised to avoid Botanical Road where possible over the next six weeks while the groundwork is laid for the next phase of a major electricity upgrade.
Downed power lines are deadly
Power cuts following heavy rain
Powerco field crews are working to get power restored to about 600 customers in and around Whitianga, Coromandel and Whangamata following heavy rain overnight.
3.30pm update - Power cuts following heavy rain
Powerco field crews have made good progress in difficult conditions restoring power to the majority of Coromandel Peninsula customers who lost supply today following heavy rain overnight
Power cuts following severe weather
Powerco field crews have worked throughout the day restoring electricity to customers affected by extreme weather in Wairarapa and Manawatu.
Powerco unveils $1.4 billion regional investment plan for North Island electricity networks
Powerco today released a proposal to invest up to $1.4 billion upgrading the electricity networks supplying Coromandel, Eastern and Southern Waikato, Western Bay of Plenty, Taranaki, Whanganui, Manawatu, Tararua and Wairarapa.
Stay safe around overhead power lines this summer
Keeping orchardists safe during avocado harvest
Orchardists are being urged to look up before they work to ensure they are well clear of power lines as the avocado picking season gets into full swing in the Bay of Plenty.
Sparky's train message
Powerco super hero Sparky will continue to spread his electricity safety messages to Manawatu children thanks to a partnership with the Palmerston North Esplanade Scenic Railway.
Powerco releases 2016 half-year results
Powerco's Chair John Loughlin has announced the company's interim results for the six months to 30 September 2016.
Palmerston North Electric Vehicle Fast Charger Opens
The much-anticipated opening of Palmerston North's first fast charge electric vehicle station will take place on Friday [Nov 25].
Wairarapa's First EV Fast Charger Conquers the Divide
Wairarapa celebrates the opening of its first fast charge electric vehicle station in Featherston on Friday [November 25] - a milestone that opens the gateway between Wairarapa and Wellington to private transport of the future.
Good progress made restoring power
Powerco has made good progress restoring supply after a large earthquake and severe weather cut power in Taranaki, Manawatu, Whanganui and Wairarapa.
Taranaki power cuts
Severe weather has caused further power cuts in Taranaki overnight.
Power cuts in Whanganui and Manawatu
Severe weather has caused further power cuts in Whanganui and Manawatu overnight.
Earthquake causes widespread power cuts
The 7.5 magnitude earthquake centred near Hanmer Springs early this morning cut power to around 30,000 properties on Powerco's electricity network.
Smell of gas to be reported
Powerco is asking people to report the smell of gas following the 7.5 magnitude earthquake centred near Hanmer Springs early this morning.
Keep clear of downed lines
The 7.5 magnitude earthquake centred near Hanmer Springs early this morning has resulted in power lines falling to the ground.
Latest technology installed in Pongaroa
Major Works at Albert Street Intersection
Powerco public safety mural for Opunake foreshore
Palmerston North CBD update
EV fast charger drives even greener future in the Coromandel
Thames, a town whose history is steeped in gold mining, transport and grass-roots industry, will this week step into a greener future with the opening of its first electric vehicle fast charging station.
Update reinforcement of electricity supply to Palmerston North CBD
Reinforcement of electricity supply to Palmerston North CBD
Powerco will this week begin construction of a temporary overhead power line in central Palmerston North to secure the electricity supply to the city's central business district, following the failure of one of the three cables supplying its Main Street Substation.
Powerco makes Energy Award finals
Palmerston North gas supply upgrade
A section of the gas network that supplies Palmerston North City is being overhauled to improve supply to the North Eastern area.
Powerco 2016 Annual Results
Powerco achieves solid financial results for the year to 31 March 2016.
Powerco sponsors Wildbase Recovery Centre
Palmerston North's national Wildbase Recovery project has taken another step towards becoming a reality thanks to a $100,000 contribution from Powerco. The company will be the naming sponsor of the Wildbase Recovery Education Centre.
Dairy leader the face of Powerco farm safety campaign
Severe weather warning
Powerco is asking people in Taranaki and Whanganui to prepare for strong winds by securing objects that could blow into overhead power lines.
Upgrade will boost power supply to Waiwhakaiho and Bell Block
2015 Interim Results
Powerco's Chair John Loughlin has announced the company's interim results for the six months to 30 September 2015.
Dairy demand drives Piako electricity upgrade
Powerco has installed its largest transformer ever, to meet the growing demand from the dairy industry in the Piako area.
Superhero message hits the mark
School and hospital benefit from gas project
Power back on in Taranaki
Contractors have Powerco's Taranaki electricity network back to near full capacity after it took a 48-hour battering on Sunday and Monday.
Winds cause power headaches in Taranaki
High winds that have battered Taranaki for the past 48 hours have caused several power cuts throughout the province.
Substation Upgrade Will Prevent Future Feline Misadventures
A power cut to nearly 10,000 households in Tauranga that was caused by a wayward cat is unlikely to be repeated with an upgrade of the affected substation underway.
Car cuts power in Whanganui
Power was cut to about 1400 properties in Whanganui yesterday morning when a car hit a pole, causing significant damage to Powerco's electricity network.
Powerco scoops top environmental energy award
Self-managed power units beat the storms
Stand-alone power units kept remote Powerco residents on full power during recent storms.
Tauranga power cut
Power was cut to almost 10,000 Powerco customers in Tauranga last evening after a cat climbed onto outdoor electrical switchgear at the Otumoetai substation.
Trees greatest cause of power failures
Falling trees and flying debris are the greatest threat to electricity supply remaining intact through winter.
Coromandel and Bay of Plenty severe weather - 7.30am update
Crews have made good progress restoring power to customers in the Bay of Plenty and Coromandel following severe weather in the regions.
Severe weather - 12.30pm update
Crews are making good progress restoring power to customers in and around Waihi and Whiritoa after trees and branches fell over lines in high winds early this morning.
South Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Coromandel power cuts
Supply has been restored to around 11,000 Powerco customers in South Waikato after a power cut at 12.20pm today.
Bay of Plenty and Coromandel severe weather - 10pm update
Supply has been restored to about 4000 Powerco customers in the Bay of Plenty and Coromandel Peninsula following today's severe weather.
Powerco Invests $1.8m in Waharoa to Meet Growing Electricity Demand
While many small towns in New Zealand are in decline, Waharoa in the Waikato is bucking the trend - and Powerco is investing $1.8m to meet the growing demand.
Power on, but more rain coming
All 6000 Whanganui and Taranaki people left without power by a devastating storm 10 days ago have had supply restored.
Powerco finalist for awards
Two Powerco entries have been named as finalists in the 2015 Deloitte Energy Excellence Awards.
Severe weather: Update 13
Power has been restored to the majority of customers in Whanganui and Taranaki who were left without supply as a result of last weekend's torrential rain and flooding.
Powerco wins public safety award
Severe weather: Update 12
Power has been restored to customers in Strathmore, Whakamara and Uruti who were left without supply as a result of the weekend's torrential rain and flooding.
Severe weather: Update 11
Powerco contractors have reconnected a further 130 properties today as they chip away at numbers left without power as a result of the weekend's torrential rain and flooding.
Severe weather causes power cuts: Update 9
Severe weather update 10
Severe weather causes power cuts: Update 4
Heavy rain and slips wiped out power to 6000 customers in Whanganui last night.
Severe weather causes power cuts: Update 5
Power has been restored to about half the Whanganui properties cut off from supply by flooding and slips overnight.
Severe weather causes power cuts: Update 6
Powerco is making good progress restoring power to customers in Whanganui.
Severe weather causes power cuts: Update 7
Powerco has made repairs to a flood-damaged substation, restoring power to the majority of customers in Whanganui.
Severe weather causes power cuts: Update 8
Flooding and slips are blocking roads in Whanganui, Taranaki and Rangitikei, preventing field crews from accessing areas to restore power.
Flooding causes power cuts
Customers in Whanganui and South Taranaki are without power this morning due to flooding.
Severe weather causes power cuts: Update 2
Power has been temporarily restored to 4500 Whanganui properties after floodwaters earlier inundated a substation cutting supply.
Severe weather causes power cuts: Update 3
Around 1500 customers in Whanganui, Rangitikei and Taranaki face the night without power as slips and flooding make it impossible for field crews to get to affected areas.
Electrical storm cuts power in Taranaki
About 1500 customers in North and Central Taranaki were left without power following lightning strikes on Tuesday night and early Wednesday morning.
Power cut after vehicle strikes pole
Electricity was cut to about 690 customers in Whanganui on Saturday night after a vehicle struck a power pole in the suburb of Gonville at 8.16pm.
Powerco 2015 Annual Results
Powerco achieves solid financial results for the year to 31 March 2015.
Weather related power cuts hit Whanganui and Taranaki
Power was cut to about 360 customers in the Whanganui region and another 200 in Taranaki this morning after trees tore through overhead lines in strong winds.
Power cut in Whanganui
Power was cut to about 4000 customers in and around Whanganui this afternoon following a fault on Powerco's electricity network.
Interruption to power supply in Palmerston North
Power supply to about 2000 customers in Palmerston North was interrupted this evening following a fault on Powerco's electricity network.
Power restored in Coromandel, Thames Valley and Hauraki Plains
Electricity was restored to all Powerco customers in the Coromandel, Thames Valley and Hauraki Plains areas about 12.30am this morning following a bird strike on Transpower's network.
Power cuts in Coromandel, Thames Valley and Hauraki Plains
Powerco contractors are working to restore power to around 29,000 customers in the Coromandel, Thames Valley and Hauraki Plains areas.
Powerco upgrading Newtown gas supply
A section of the gas network that supplies Newtown in Wellington is going underground.
Prepare for storm
Storm warning
Powerco electricity distribution charges to change from 1 April 2015
Powerco has announced that combined electricity distribution and transmission charges for more than 325,000 customers across the North Island will drop by just under half a percent, effective 1 April 2015.
Pahiatua Mangamutu Substation Upgrade - Customer Information
Dear Customer. This information sheet is to provide you with details about the above project and how it will affect you.
Network Upgrade - Customer Information
Powerco is renewing the Waotu Road feeder from the Putaruru substation to further improve reliability of supply and cater for demands in future growth.
Stay Safe Around Overhead Lines this Summer
Gas Team delivers festive cheer to children
Art promotes Powerco's safety messages
Powerco releases 2014 half-year results
Powerco announces another six months of stable and reliable performance.
Hearing Dog in the Making
Powerco seeks feedback on major project
Powerco is asking its customers what they think about a proposed $12 million electricity upgrade project near Putaruru.
Cleaning up for good
Powerco staff will be donning rubber gloves and rubbish bags this week to help keep their communities beautiful.
Sparking interest in network safety
A real-life cartoon character is helping Powerco take its safety messages to the children of Taranaki.
Power cut after car hits pole
More than 450 Powerco customers had their electricity cut when a car hit a power pole on the Morrinsville-Tahuna Rd late yesterday afternoon.
Wellington home part of innovative trial
A Wellington house is part of an innovative trial to see if solar panels, back-up energy storage and smart technology can help reduce peak electricity loads.
Powerco prepared for severe weather
Powerco has field staff on standby in preparation for severe weather forecast to strike the top of North Island.
Power cut in New Plymouth
Power was cut to about 500 customers in and around lower Westown earlier today after a tree came down on power lines in Frankley Rd, New Plymouth.
Restoration Efforts Continue - 11am Update
Powerco has made good progress restoring supply to customers who lost power from the extreme winds yesterday.
Restoration Efforts Continue - 2pm Update
Most customers who lost power during yesterday's high winds are expected to have their supply restored by this evening.
Severe weather 9.30am update
High winds have damaged Powerco's electricity network in Coromandel and South Waikato, causing wide-spread power cuts.
Severe Weather - midday update
The number of customers who have experienced power cuts through the night and this morning has climbed to 30,000 with the majority in South Waikato.
Severe Weather 3pm update
Field crews are working to restore power to customers in Tauranga and South Waikato.
Severe Weather 4.30pm
Powerco is making good progress restoring supply to customers who lost power from the extreme winds overnight and today.
Powerco Releases 2014 Annual Results
FY14 was another year of reliable performance where Powerco continued to deliver on its track record of the consistent delivery of operational and financial results for its stakeholders.
Severe weather 1.45pm update
Powerco is making progress restoring power to customers in Wairarapa and Manuawatu.
Severe Weather Causes Power Cuts
Field crews are continuing to make repairs to Powerco's electricity network following damage from high winds in Wairarapa and Tararua.
Severe weather 4pm update
Field crews are battling high winds as they make repairs to parts of Powerco's electricity network in Wairarapa and Tararua.
Severe weather 9.45pm update
Supply has been restored to around 1700 consumers in Wairarapa and Tararua over the past two days as high winds continue to cause power cuts.
Tauranga School Wins Safety Competition
Haley Pickett has won herself and her school a big cash prize by coming up with a catchy safety slogan.
PARENTS URGED TO KEEP CHILDREN AWAY FROM DOWNED POWER LINES
High winds and falling trees have torn down power lines at hundreds of sites across the North Island and Powerco is urging people to keep themselves and their children well clear until they are repaired.
Powerco gets behind New Waves
Young people at the New WAVES youth hub will soon be able to access online training, library resources and job opportunities thanks to computers donated by Powerco.
Electricity distribution charges due to change 1 April 2014
Powerco's electricity line distribution charges will increase by an average of 2.7% effective 1 April 2014.
Eye on the sky for club with Powerco donation
Taranaki Gliding Club members will now be able to predict the best weather for taking to the skies, thanks to a Powerco donation.
Electricity Consumers Have Say on Future Supply
Power consumers are being invited to have their say on the future of their electricity supply.
Powerco Safety Messages with a Teenage Twist
Powerco is asking high school students to put their own twist on important safety messages for the chance to win cash prizes for themselves and their school.
Powerco Upgrades Network to Support Growing Communities
Powerco has invested $4 million to ensure its network can meet the growing electricity demand in Oakura, Okato and surrounding areas.
Emergencies Covered at New Bell Block Disaster Centre
Keeping the electricity flowing when disaster strikes has prompted Powerco to set up an emergency recovery centre in North Taranaki.
Power back on after earthquake
Power has been restored to the majority of customers after yesterday's earthquake caused cuts to 5600 properties on Powerco's electricity network in the central North Island.
Earthquake Causes Power Cuts
This afternoon's earthquake has caused power cuts affecting around 5600 customers on Powerco's electricity network.
Stay Safe Around Overhead Lines this Summer
Whatever you get up to this summer, Powerco is urging you to stay safe around its power lines.
Reward Offered to Halt Dangerous Vandalism
Powerco is offering a reward of up to $10,000 for information leading to the arrest, conviction and subsequent reparation order from vandals attacking electrical equipment in Manawatu.
Powerco Releases Interim Result for Six Months to 30 September 2013
Powerco Interim Chair Murray Bain today announced the company had made a net profit after tax of $35.4 million in the six months to 30 September 2013, compared with $40.2 million for the corresponding period in 2012.
School Winners Chosen for Planting Programme
Three Coromandel and Thames schools have won a Powerco competition to grow native trees and replant them in their own communities.
Focus on Restoring Supply
Powerco has restored electricity supply to more than 20,000 properties since severe winds started to batter the North Island on Monday.
Power Supply Interrupted
Power supply to approximately 85 rural consumers in the Taihape area was interrupted today following a fault on Powerco's network.
Storm update 5am Tuesday
Powerco will focus its resources today on restoring power to properties in Wairarapa, Manawatu and Whanganui.
Storm update 10am Tuesday
Powerco is sending more field staff to regions in the central and lower North Island this morning to help with power restoration efforts.
Storm Update 2.30pm Tuesday
More than 150 Powerco field staff have been battling difficult conditions to restore electricity to regions in the central and lower North Island.
Storm Update 3.30pm Tuesday
Power supply to approximately 11,000 consumers in and around the Coromandel Peninsula and Waihi Beach was interrupted today following a fault on Powerco's network.
Storm update 6pm Tuesday
Powerco has made steady progress restoring power supply despite strong winds causing further damage to parts of Powerco's electricity network.
Keep Clear of Downed Power Lines (12noon update)
Powerco is warning people to stay away from any power lines brought down by strong winds in the Wairarapa, Rangitikei and Manawatu.
Storm Update 2.30pm
Strong winds continue to batter the Wairarapa, Rangitikei and Manawatu, cutting power to around 3000 properties.
Storm Update 5.30pm
Powerco has field staff on standby in preparation for the severe weather forecast to strike Wairarapa this evening.
Severe Weather Causes Power Cuts - 10pm
Severe weather has caused multiple power cuts in Wairarapa, Manawatu and Whanganui today.
Severe Weather Causes Power Cuts - 10pm
Severe weather has caused multiple power cuts in Wairarapa, Manawatu and Whanganui today.
Major Marton Updgrade Starts
A major upgrade of Powerco's electricity network is underway in the Rangitikei district.
Keep Clear of Downed Coromandel Power Lines
Powerco is warning people to stay away from any power lines brought down by strong winds in the Coromandel last night.
Progress Made Restoring Power to Coromandel
Good progress is being made restoring power to the Coromandel Peninsula and Eastern Waikato following strong winds last night.
Crews Make Steady Progress Repairing Storm Damage
Power has been restored to more than 6500 properties since severe winds started to batter the lower North Island causing multiple power cuts over the past 48 hours.
Hatrick's Mural Complete
The mural on the river-facing walls of Powerco's Hatrick's Wharf Substation in Whanganui is complete.
Stay Clear of Downed Power Lines
Powerco is warning people to stay away from any power lines brought down by strong winds in the Wairarapa overnight.
Keep Clear of Downed Power Lines
Powerco is warning people to stay away from any power lines brought down by strong winds forecast over the next few days.
Interruption to Masterton Power Supply
Power supply to approximately 760 consumers on the outskirts of Masterton was interrupted today after a tractor struck a power pole in Upper Manaia Rd.
Safety First At Avocado Conference
Safety will be the message when Powerco exhibits at the New Zealand and Australian Avocado Growers' Conference in Tauranga this week.
Strong Winds Interupt Power Supply
Power supply to about 1000 customers in and around coastal and south Taranaki was interrupted today following strong winds.
Progress Made Restoring Power
Good progress is being made restoring power to coastal and south Taranaki customers following strong winds today.
Pillar box vandalism endangering lives
Vandals are putting their lives at risk tampering with pillar boxes connecting to Palmerston North's underground electricity network, Powerco warns.
Powerco donation boosts school's earthquake cover
Lower Hutt's Belmont School will be even more prepared in the event of another earthquake, thanks to a Powerco donation.
Opportunity for schools to join planting programme
Powerco is giving three schools in Coromandel and Thames the opportunity to grow native trees and replant them in their own communities.
Wellingtonians urged to report any smell of gas #1
Powerco is urging Wellingtonians to report any smell of gas by calling 0800 111 848 or emergency services on 111 following today's earthquake.
Coroglen Hall donation
A $5000 donation by Powerco is kick-starting the campaign to replace Coroglen Hall's "cold and dangerous" toilet facilities.
Wellingtonians urged to report any smell of gas - update 2
Powerco has received five gas call-outs since the 6.5 earthquake struck Wellington.
Wellingtonians urged to report any smell of gas
Powerco is urging Wellingtonians to report any smell of gas by calling 0800 111 848 or calling 111 following yesterday's earthquake.
Power restoration work continues
Powerco continues to make steady progress restoring power to its damaged electricity network in Taranaki following Sunday's high winds.
Field staff power through repairs after wintery blast
Powerco field staff have restored power to the vast majority of the 15,500 properties in Taranaki affected by power cuts following yesterday's wintery blast.
Line Mechanic Saves Cat Stuck up Power Pole
Monty the cat could have been zapped had he not been rescued from the top of a power pole by a Tenix line worker.
Powerco Surveys more than 3300 consumers at Fieldays
Powerco's stand at the national fieldays last week was a hit with the public, with around 3300 surveys completed over the four days, providing vital information about people's view of their electricity supply.
Annual Financial Results
Powerco has released its financial results for the 12 months ending 31 March 2013.
Powerco Boosts Educational Resources
Taranaki children with low vision have been given a much-needed technical resource thanks to a generous donation from Powerco.
Trialling New Technology
Powerco is trialling a range of power pole and cross arm inspection technologies that may help maintain and improve the safety and reliability of electricity networks across the North Island.
Powerco Fundraises for Cancer Society
Powerco has joined forces with staff to raise money for this weekend's Taranaki Relay for Life.
Electricity Upgrade Proposed
Powerco and Transpower are proposing an electricity upgrade for Putaruru.
Investment reduces power cuts in Coromandel
A programme of multi-million dollar investments has greatly reduced the number and duration of power cuts to the people of the Coromandel Peninsula over the past six years
Powerco Donates Computers to School
Powerco has donated three tablet devices to Bell Block School after laptops were taken in a Christmas holiday burglary.
Book celebrates real kiwis delivering power to the people
A desire to capture stories of Kiwis rising to the challenge of delivering energy to their fellow New Zealanders for more than a century was behind the publication of A History of Powerco - Delivering New Zealand's Energy Future.
Powerco Rescues Hot Water Beach Paid Lifeguards
Powerco has come to the rescue of the Hot Water Beach Surf Lifesaving Club after a funding shortfall placed its paid lifeguard service at risk.
Stay Safe this Summer Around Overhead Lines
Whatever you get up to this summer, Powerco is urging you to stay safe around its power lines.
Sun Powers Christmas Lights
A New Plymouth home is drawing energy from the sun's rays to power a Christmas light display during the festive season.
Lives put at Risk for a Few Dollars
Thieves are putting themselves and others at risk of electrocution by cutting copper wire from live electricity networks.
Check before you Dig and Stay Safe
Failure by a company to check if underground electricity cables were present before starting a job in New Plymouth this week put its workers at risk of serious injury.
Interim Result for Six Months to September 2012
Powerco Chairman Rick Bettle today announced the Company had made a net profit after tax of $40.2 million in the six months to 30 September 2012.
Tree trimming near power lines can be deadly: leave it to the approved professionals
Trimming trees or vegetation near power lines can kill. That's why it must be done by professionals.
Keep Clear of Downed Power Lines ...
Powerco is warning people to stay away from any power lines brought down by strong winds over the next couple of days.
Copper Thieves Placing Lives in Danger
Thieves are continuing to put themselves in danger by cutting copper wire from live electricity networks, despite the risk of electrocution.
Powerco Financial Results
Powerco releases financial results for the nine months to March 2012.
Powerco Donates to Community Projects
Projects to upgrade a community swimming pool and reinstate pedestrian lighting have been given a boost thanks to a generous donation from Powerco.
Temporary line up and running
Street light failure in Manawatu
Streetlights in parts of Palmerston North, Feilding and surrounding areas failed to activate this evening.