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If there's imminent danger, such as fallen lines or a gas leak, call us immediately (24/7).
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Connecting large-scale load?
Check out our demand capacity map for information on what’s available anywhere on our network.
Changes to your electricity distribution charges
We’re here to connect the communities we serve to safe and reliable electricity through sustainable investment in our network. From 1 April 2026, our electricity delivery charges in your region will increase.
Updates
Our latest news and project updates. View projects-
Media releaseMassive storm response as crews restore power across lower North Island
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 The wild weather that battered Whanganui-Rangitīkei, Manawatū-Tararua and Wairarapa saw more than 25,000 properties without power at the height of the storm recovery.View more
Media releaseNew features now live on Powerco high voltage demand capacity map
Tuesday, February 24, 2026 We've updated our high-voltage demand capacity map with new features, providing more information to customers planning to connect large-scale loads to the electricity network.View more
Media releaseLow-voltage visibility now a reality
Thursday, February 19, 2026 Powerco’s low-voltage (LV) visibility platform has successfully gone live.View more
Media releaseImproved utility-scale distributed generation hosting capacity map live
Friday, December 5, 2025 We've made improvements to our utility-scale distributed generation (DG) hosting capacity map, giving renewable generation companies an even better tool to make informed decisions about where to connect their projects.View more
Media releaseA clearer picture of New Zealands energy transition
Monday, January 19, 2026 The refreshed Powering Change platform is the first step in building a clearer, more transparent view of New Zealand’s energy transition.View more
Media releasePowerco signs LV network visibility agreement with Gridsight
Thursday, November 20, 2025 Powerco has entered into an agreement with Gridsight to enhance visibility across the distributor’s electricity network.View more
Media releasePlan to power western Bay of Plenty into the future released
Wednesday, November 12, 2025 Transpower and Powerco have released a plan to deliver nine major electricity infrastructure projects over the next decade to enable an expected doubling of electricity demand in western Bay of Plenty (WBOP) by 2050.View more
Media releaseHard yards paying off - Powerco gas leak detection vehicle reducing emissions
Tuesday, October 28, 2025 Hard yards paying off – Powerco's gas leak detection vehicle reducing emissionsView more
Media releaseHelicopter and drones assessing damage
Thursday, October 23, 2025 Powerco crews are using a break in the weather in Wairarapa, before the next forecast gale force winds arrive, to assess the damage to the electricity network from the air.View more
Media releaseFirst phase underway for upgrading electricity supply in and around Whitianga
Tuesday, October 7, 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 6, 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
Ngā 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.