MainPower New Zealand Limited is offering a reward of up to $5,000 for material information that leads to the identification of the person or persons responsible for the theft of copper from electrical infrastructure on the MainPower network. Information should be provided by calling 0800 WIRETHEFT [0800 947384] or emailing wiretheft@mainpower.co.nz.
Copper theft from live electrical assets is dangerous, illegal, and poses serious risks to public safety and network reliability. MainPower is committed to protecting its community and infrastructure and seeks the assistance of the public to help identify those involved.
Reward Conditions
- The reward is not available to MainPower employees or their immediate family members.
- The reward is not available to anyone involved directly in the offending or who is later found to be involved in the theft of copper.
- The reward will be paid at MainPower’s sole discretion acting reasonably.
- The reward is payable once only.
- If more than one person provides qualifying information, any reward may be apportioned at MainPower’s discretion.
- Information must be material, meaning it must significantly contribute to identifying the offender(s).
- The information must be provided to MainPower by calling 0800 WIRETHEFT [0800 947384] or emailing wiretheft@mainpower.co.nz and the New Zealand Police.
Important Notes
- MainPower is a private company, not a law enforcement agency.
- MainPower does not have authority to arrest or prosecute; all criminal investigations and prosecutions are carried out by the New Zealand Police and the courts.
- Payment of any reward is not guaranteed, even if information is provided.
- MainPower may withdraw or amend this reward offer at any time without notice.
How to Provide Information
If you see suspicious people or vehicles interfering with power poles, cabling, or other network equipment, please contact Police.
- Call 111 if the activity is happening now or poses an immediate risk.
- If you see anything that doesn’t look right, especially any loose wires or damaged poles, please report it to MainPower immediately. To report any damage to MainPower’s electricity infrastructure, please call MainPower on 0800 30 90 80.
- Call 0800 WIRETHEFT (0800 947 384) or email wiretheft@mainpower.co.nz if it isn’t happening now and you want to share information about the thefts to be considered for the reward.
