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We are investing in our electricity network to ensure a safe, reliable supply and to support the future energy needs of our communities. View our recent projects to see how we’re enhancing network resilience and capacity across South Canterbury.

Recent Projects - September 2024

23 Oct 2024

As South Canterbury’s local lines company, we’re dedicated to delivering safe and reliable electricity that helps our communities thrive. Our recent projects are focused on reducing outages, speeding up recovery times...

Pages Road to Centennial Park Upgrade

10 Oct 2024

As part of our ongoing electricity upgrade and maintenance programme in Timaru, we will be undertaking a four-month project to conduct work to remove overhead lines, and lay underground cables in the Centennial Park, Highfield and Glenwood area, from October 2024 to February 2025.

Hot Water Wire Project

14 Jun 2024

We de-energised the hot water wire on our network. The hot water wire has been around for a long time, delivering power to hot water cylinders. With modern technology ...

Simons Pass upgrade

05 Apr 2024

Great news for our friends in the Simons Pass area! We've just completed a major upgrade to the local electricity network working alongside Network Waitaki to get the job done faster and with fewer disruptions for the ...

Twizel Substation

19 Mar 2024

Packing a punch despite its size, Twizel is a major tourist hub and has a thriving local community. To ensure this vibrant community continues to shine, reliable electricity is crucial. That's why we're thrilled to ...

Church Street upgrade

05 Mar 2024

Our field crew might be feeling a little dusty (and maybe slightly sweaty) as they head towards the end of a network upgrade project in the heart of town. You may have noticed our crew in Church and Stafford Street who ...