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.

MainPower updated network connection standards

MainPower Hurunui Natural Environment Fund Recipients 2024

Rural students enjoy healthy lunches thanks to MainPower community partnership

Aerial power line inspections on the MainPower network

Hutton’s shearwater/Kaikōura tītī Sponsorship Update

Satisfy Rescue Sponsorship Update

MainPower teams up with Together Hurunui to tackle food insecurity in schools

MainPower supports drought support services for local farmers

Hanmer Springs community update

Remembering Mark Appleman

MainPower deploys drones for asset inspections

Hutton’s Shearwater Trust Update

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