News & updates

Find out more about the latest MainPower news and updates.

Here, you’ll find the latest information on our services, innovations in the energy sector, and important updates affecting our community.

Trimming Season: Shelterbelts and power lines don’t mix

Smarts Road & Ashley River Crossing

MainPower Decarbonisation Fund recipients announced

MainPower goes solar with new solar farm in North Canterbury

Pole season: cars and power poles don’t mix

MainPower gears up for Annual Connection 2025

MainPower welcomes two new members to the Board

Power lines survey on MainPower network (Aerial Survey 2025)

MainPower’s chief executive stepping down

MainPower Decarbonisation Fund open

Huge effort in Hanmer Springs

MainPower proposes backup power generation for Hanmer Springs

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