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Firstlight Network is the lines company that keeps the lights on for Tairāwhiti and Wairoa.
We own and maintain the poles, wires and underground cabling used by electricity retailers to deliver power to your place. We also own the region's high voltage transmission network: the steel towers and poles that connect us to the national grid.
Plus, we’re responsible for electric vehicle chargers from the top of the Coast down to Wairoa and Mahia.
Latest news
Firstlight Network sale agreement reached with Powerco
Firstlight Network is sharing news that Powerco has entered into an agreement to purchase its electricity distribution business, which supplies power to the Tairāwhiti and Wairoa regions.
Clarus welcomes global infrastructure investor Brookfield
Clarus, one of New Zealand’s largest energy groups confirmed that its current shareholder, Igneo Infrastructure Partners (Igneo), has entered into agreements to sell its shareholding in Clarus, covering the Firstgas,…
Hawke’s Bay & Tairāwhiti electricity supply given boost
The reliability and resilience of electricity supply in Hawke’s Bay, Tairāwhiti, Wairoa and the East Coast has been given a significant boost with the installation of an additional larger capacity transformer at Transpower’s Redclyffe substation.
Glossary for the electricity sector
Electricity Networks Aotearoa (ENA) has created a connections glossary to help lines companies use standard wording for their connections processes, and provide customers with a simpler and more consistent experience.
Stay warm and save power with your heat pump
Heat pumps are a fantastic way to keep Kiwi homes cosy in winter.
Being prepared for outages and emergencies
Storms and natural disasters can cause major damage to the electricity network.
Firstlight Network investing in a resilient network for Tairāwhiti and Wairoa
The last few years have seen an increase in severe weather events across Tairāwhiti and Wairoa, exemplified by Cyclone Gabrielle and reflected in consistently high levels of rainfall.
Firstlight Network proudly supports House of Science
Firstlight Network is dedicated not only to keeping the power on but also to fostering social connectedness—whether it’s with whānau and friends at home or in the wider community.
Protecting New Zealand's energy infrastructure
Firstlight Network welcomes new tree management powers to improve network resilience.
Ever wondered how there’s always electricity there when you turn on a light or charge your device?
Understanding how electricity is generated and delivered across New Zealand is important, and Transpower New Zealand has created a fantastic way to explain it.
Plant the right tree in the right place
A well-placed tree adds beauty, shade, and value to your property—but the wrong tree in the wrong place can lead to power outages, fire risks, and serious safety hazards.
