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We're using low flying helicopters to inspect our power poles this summer.
Gas pricing
From 1 October 2025 our gas charges will increase by an average of 7.96% - about 10c per day for residential customers.
Updates
Our latest news and project updates. View projects-
Media releaseFirst phase underway for upgrading electricity supply in and around Whitianga
Tuesday, October 07, 2025 The first stage of Powerco’s planned upgrade to the electricity supply in north-eastern Coromandel Peninsula will begin with a Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR) survey on Thursday 9 October.View more
Media releasePowerco moves to buy Firstlight Network from Clarus Group's owners
Monday, October 06, 2025 Powerco has entered into an agreement to purchase Firstlight Network, an electricity distribution business (EDB) that supplies electricity to Tairāwhiti and Wairoa.View more
Media releaseLow flying helicopter inspecting power poles
Friday, October 03, 2025 Powerco is using a low flying helicopter to inspect sections of its rural electricity network from mid-October to December.View more
Media releasePowerco earns top global sustainability score for third year running
Friday, October 03, 2025 Powerco has once again demonstrated its leadership in sustainability, achieving 100% in the latest GRESB (Global Real Estate Sustainability Benchmark) Infrastructure Assessment.View more
Media releaseFrom eyesore to taonga a new mural for Katikati
Thursday, October 02, 2025 A project focused on delivering meaningful art for the Katikati community has transformed a once overlooked roadside substation on SH2, Katikati, into a vibrant community asset.View more
Media releaseCoromandel and BOP storm power outage update Sunday 4pm
Sunday, September 14, 2025 Customers should prepare to be without power overnight Sunday because of storm damage.View more
Media releasePowerco wins Public Safety Award at the EEA Awards
Friday, September 12, 2025 Powerco’s commitment to keeping people safe around electricity infrastructure has been recognised at the annual Electricity Engineers’ Association (EEA) Awards, with the company taking home the Public Safety Award.View more
Media releaseLetting the collaboration flow
Friday, September 05, 2025 Powerco is celebrating a key milestone in New Zealand’s first hydrogen gas blending pilot.View more
Media releaseMaking it easier to connect to our network
Monday, September 01, 2025 Customers requesting new or modified electricity connections for their home or business can now go directly to Powerco to start the process.View more
Media releasePowerco wins energy industry Wellbeing Award
Thursday, August 14, 2025 Powerco has won the Wellbeing Award at the 2025 New Zealand Energy Excellence Awards.View more
Media release2025 Community Energy Activator launches in Taranaki
Monday, August 11, 2025 Community groups across Taranaki are being invited to apply for a place in the 2025 Community Energy Activator, a unique 13-week programme supporting community-led energy projects to create a more resilient, low emissions future.View more
Media releasePowerco introduces new connection process for customers
Tuesday, August 05, 2025 From 1 September, Powerco customers will benefit from a new process for new or modified electricity connections.View more
Media releaseBringing community ideas to life
Friday, August 01, 2025 The second round of this year’s Powerco’s Community Fund is open.View more
Media releaseWorking better together - Powerco releases Integrated Report 2025
Monday, July 14, 2025 We have released our Integrated Report 2025. Titled ‘Working better together’ this year’s report reflects on the key projects, initiatives and results delivered during the year, as well as looking ahead at how we're responding to the challenges and opportunities presented by the rapidly evolving energy landscape.View more
Media releaseNew electricity field services contracts begin
Tuesday, July 01, 2025 Powerco’s new electricity field services contracts begin today. Powerco General Manager Electricity Karen Frew says the new contracts are a foundation to allow Powerco to build and maintain the infrastructure needed for the future.View more
Media releaseOne in five power cuts caused by trees each year
Tuesday, June 17, 2025 With winter starting to bite, Powerco is urging property owners to keep trees well clear of power lines, with overgrown trees and falling branches responsible for about 20% of outages on its network each year.View more
Media releasePowerco continues biomethane journey
Friday, June 13, 2025 North Island energy distributor Powerco has completed two feasibility investigations into upgrading biogas to biomethane for use in its gas network.View more
Media releaseTararua home to first Powerco PowerHub
Monday, June 02, 2025 The small coastal community of Ākitio, in the Tararua district, is home to Powerco’s first PowerHub - a custom hybrid Stand Alone Power Supply (SAPS) that can deliver power to the local hall and act as a community hub during long power outages.View more
Media releaseMajor electricity development for western Bay of Plenty a step closer
Wednesday, June 11, 2025 Western Bay of Plenty is a significant step closer to having an electricity supply that can support expected future demand with the Commerce Commission announcement that it will support Transpower’s proposal to invest $83 million into electricity infrastructure in the region.View moreNgā pou
The pillars of our work
We’re committed to balancing the needs of our people, communities, environment and business as we deliver energy to more than 900,000 Kiwis. Our five pou (pillars) guide us on our sustainability journey, representing the five focus areas of our work and the goals we want to achieve for each.
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Whirinaki
Ensuring reliable and resilient networks
Ensuring our networks are reliable and resilient now and into the future.
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Taiao
Protecting our environment
Caring for our natural resources to safeguard Aotearoa for future generations.
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Hauora
Health and safety at our core
Keeping people safe around our networks and worksites is our priority.
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Manaaki tāngata
Supporting our people
Fostering a culture that empowers people to do their best, values diversity, and meets our future needs.
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Whakakotahitanga
Engaging with communities
Working with you to understand your needs and guide the decisions we make to deliver the best outcomes.
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Te Teo
Sustainable governance financial and risk management foundations
Te Teo is the foundational pillar of our work.
Lines down?
The likes of high winds, trees or car crashes can bring down power lines. We respond 24/7 to lines down incidents on our electricity network. Watch how we do this and what you should do in an emergency.