Utilities and resources

Has Auckland had its last blackout? Final decision on Transpower's new Auckland power line
On 5 July, the Electricity Commission issued its final decision approving Transpower's amended North Island Grid Upgrade Proposal for the supply of electricity into and north of Auckland. The final result is three Commissioners in favour of the proposal, one against, and one declining to be involved (due to his previous relationship with Transpower). In this article, senior associate Louise Hill discusses the background and legal framework for the decision reached by the Electricity Commission and outlines the next hurdles facing Transpower before the upgrade can commence.

Commerce Commission commences standard terms process
A further update from senior associate David Blacktop on the latest steps in the transformation of the telecommunications sector.

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