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Petrol prices drop under $3 a litre – but have they fallen quickly enough?
The average price of unleaded 91 is the lowest in more than three months.
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How to find the best electricity deal in NZ - and why price comparison sites differ
Here’s why – and what consumers should do with that information.
'No risk of drought': Hydro inflows hit 28-year high, Meridian says
Hydro inflows are at 118% of average, the highest since 1998.
Why lower power prices may test the big generator-retailers
The Electricity Authority will enforce new rules to ensure a level playing field.
'Risks are expected to build': MPI warns of Iran War ripple effects on NZ's food and fibre exports
The Iran war threatens to shave 1% off export earnings by 2026/27.
Two cheers for $21m of diesel storage; Government looks good, Channel's well paid, but what about taxpayers?
OPINION: MBIE says Channel was the only firm able to meet the urgent diesel storage needs.
Sort it out, or be fined – Govt puts onus on electricity companies to keep lights on during dry years
The procurement process for the LNG terminal progresses.
NZ First's Jones brands WorkSafe fuel tank requirements at Marsden Pt 'overkill'
WorkSafe New Zealand says it is ensuring work can proceed safely.
Race to lodge interest in Govt's $200m gas exploration fund
The Government's gas exploration fund has received 11 expressions of interest.
Energy security shift: Kiwis turn to EVs, solar and generators as bills bite
Kerikeri power prices sit about 20% above the national average.
Non-bank lenders shut out of Govt’s new gas transition loan guarantee scheme
Industry group questions Government's commitment to improving competition among lenders.
Govt spends more than $3.5m on ads telling drivers how to cut fuel costs
Energy Minister Simeon Brown wrote to the agency about the importance of value for money.
‘Was that “official advice” or a “guess”?’ | Ryan Bridge TODAY
Energy Minister Simeon Brown says there is no evidence the gas transition loan scheme will increase household power prices. Video / Ryan Bridge TODAY
What Gentrack's acquisition of Factor means for energy retailers | Herald NOW Business
Motion Capital's Lachlan Nixon tells Herald NOW Business where the next big opportunities in energy tech are. Video | Herald NOW Business
Not much consensus in political debate over the future of energy policy
National, Labour, NZF, Greens, Act and Opportunity in the year's first political debate.
NZ has nearly 12% less gas in reserve than previously thought
The OECD says 'immediate action' is needed to restore energy resilience and affordability.
LNG terminal back on after April Cabinet decision
The Government has recommitted to building an import terminal for liquefied natural gas.
Government announces who gets prioritised in event of major fuel crisis
The Government has set out rules for who can get access to fuel in the event of crisis.
PM says Singapore food-for-fuel deal 'world-leading'
Christopher Luxon's flying visit aimed to make New Zealand's supply chain more resilient.
Interislander almost doubles fuel surcharge for commercial vehicles
'I absolutely think it's going to keep going up': Truck fuel surcharge doubles to 54.4%.
Kiwi retailers bracing for 'significant downturn'
Retailers say they expect to pass on rising fuel costs to customers.
War in Iran wipes $5b from KiwiSaver as markets lurch, then steady
Stock Takes: KiwiSaver assets fell $5b in the March quarter to $136.4b, Morningstar says.
Matthew Hooton: Coalition enters crucial month for survival
OPINION: Tensions between NZ First and National risk a snap election.
App's new energy bill estimates stun Powershop customers
Meridian encourages worried users to talk things through with the energy provider's team.
New research reveals tension at the heart of New Zealand's energy transition | Herald NOW Business
Schneider Electric New Zealand country president Ollie Hill discusses what's holding some businesses back in investing in cleaner energy. Video / Herald NOW Business
Editorial: Govt needs to consider more support for regional airlines
OPINION: Waiving joint-venture airport fees could give short-term relief to airlines.
Richard Prebble: Why energy policy needs less panic and more honest arithmetic
OPINION: When the Māui gas platform closes this year, dry-year power shortages may loom.
Fuel update: Latest stock levels revealed amid stalled efforts to end Iran war
The ministry said levels remain well above the minimum requirements.
BP reports huge profit rise in first quarter
Meg O'Neill took charge in early April to drive a recovery plan. Now it's made $6.4b.
Sione Fanga Taufa: Why the global oil shock is hitting NZ’s small Pacific neighbours hard
OPINION: Pacific nations that depend on diesel face risks amid the Middle East crisis.