Energy
'Collective responsibility and whatnot': Shane Jones keeping quiet on energy reforms
The government's loudest voice on energy policy is keeping his opinions to himself for now, citing Cabinet collective responsibility. Audio
Government announces energy sector "shake-up"
Marc Daalder, a reporter at Newsroom who covers New Zealand’s energy market, joins Emile to explain what’s happening in the electricity sector. Audio
Energy Minister responds to criticism of energy plan
The government has released a plan to address high energy and power prices that have become crippling for some homes and businesses. The independent report by Frontier Economics made some bold… Audio
Energy Minister on energy plan facing grim reviews
"Predictably underwhelming," "lacking in bold action," and "defined by what's missing rather than what's included." Those are some of the dim reviews of the government's new energy security plan. An… Audio
Government takes softly softly approach to energy reform
Analysis - The government's response to electricity sector reform has been talk of significant changes followed by gradual, piecemeal measures that disappoint many, Gyles Beckford writes.
Midday Report Essentials for Wednesday 1st October 2025
In today's episode, the Labour party has slammed changes to the electricity sector announced on Wednesday as "weak and short-sighted"; Psychologist, author and television presenter, Nigel Latta, has… Audio
'A lack of ambition': Fierce criticism of government's energy plans
The government is being accused of backing away from strong action on affordability and competition in the wake of a major report published today. Audio
Morning Report Essentials for Wednesday 1 October 2025
In today's episode, the government has announced its plan in response to the challenges facing the energy market; The Ministry of Health's flu tracker shows the number New Zealanders reporting both… Audio
Government stops short of major energy reform
The government has indicated it is willing to back major electricity projects with fresh investment, though the questions of what, when, or how much remain unanswered.
Government set to make announcement on electricity market review
The review was announced last winter, after shortages pushed up wholesale power prices.
Luxon's gas exploration request a 'political stunt' - Labour
The prime minister's attempts to get bipartisan support for offshore exploration for natural gas has been written off an an "ham-fisted political stunt", by the Labour Party leader Audio
ComCom willing to approve power companies' massive coal stockpile
It aims to to reduce the risk of future electricity shortages during a "dry winter".
Bioenergy sector hopeful green energy demand will fire up wood-to-power supply chain
Woody biomass from forestry or wood processing can be turned into bioenergy, as alternatives to LPG gas or coal, for example.
Midday Report Essentials for Friday 26th September 2025
In today's episode, the man who lit the fatal Loafers Lodge blaze has been found guilty of five counts of murder, and guilty of one count of arson. A former minister says bold action is needed to… Audio
Bridges calls for 'bold' reform to energy sector
A new poll shows the majority of people back government intervention to bring down power prices. Audio
Bridges calls for bold energy reform to boost economy
A former minister says bold action is needed to reform the energy sector and help grow the economy. Simon Bridges spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
The gas explorers eyeing up NZ
Regulation changes allowing new exploration applications have piqued the curiosity of international explorers.
The Panel with Kathryn Graham and Conor English Part 1
Tonight, on The Panel, Emile Donovan is joined by panellists Kathryn Graham and Conor English. First up, from today the oil and gas exploration ban has officially been removed, leaving any manner of… Audio
Government reopens oil and gas exploration nationwide, Greens decry 'climate fire'
Industry leaders hailed the move as vital for energy security, but the Green Party condemned it as a sign the coalition cares little for the climate crisis.
The banks offering to help install solar panels on your house
A survey shows nearly half of respondents are considering solar power, as electricity prices rise faster than inflation.
