Orion NZ Ltd

28/04/2026

Our latest Community Update is out now!
We share an update from Chief Executive Nigel Barbour on network resilience, our CPP application, and how we helped power up the new stadium.

We also celebrate the next generation of innovators through EVolocity and GirlBoss Edge, acknowledge the incredible service of long‑standing team members, and take you behind the scenes of the Mt Horrible pole‑replacement project. Plus, a few safety reminders, a survival‑kit giveaway, and a look at how drones are helping us keep the power on across rural Canterbury.

Check it out and stay connected with what’s happening across our network. https://www.oriongroup.co.nz/our-story/community-updates

20/04/2026

Thanks EVolocity we're proud to support this fantastic initiative!
The Solar Innovators Pilot Programme is an exciting new way to encourage young wāhine to get practical experience and provide pathways for futures in STEM.

17/04/2026

Behind every safe and reliable network are teams of lines crews completing vital work every day. Our dedicated crews are out there 24/7, no matter the weather, working hard to keep the network safe and the power on for our communities. Thanks for your mahi.

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15/04/2026

Throwback to 1953 📸 Electrical workers clearing fallen trees from power lines after a gale. Today, 73 years later, vegetation on lines remains the leading cause of outages during severe weather.

31/03/2026

We're proud to support this fantastic initiative from EVolocity! The Solar Innovators Pilot Programme is an exciting new way to encourage young wāhine to get practical experience and provide pathways for futures in STEM.

30/03/2026

Congratulations to Geoff from Rangiora! Geoff visited us at the Malvern A&P Show last weekend and was the lucky winner of our prize draw, taking home a Stihl battery-powered chainsaw. We hope you enjoy putting it to good use!

As the Malvern A&P Show marks our final event for the season, we want to say a huge thank you to everyone who visited us at shows over the summer. We’ve genuinely loved getting out and about, meeting our community, hearing from you and answering questions about the network.

We’re already looking forward to being back out there next summer, and can’t wait to see you all again.

15/03/2026

Come along and see us at the Malvern A&P Shown on Saturday 28 March. Our team have all the latest information on farm safety, working safely around power lines, tree trimming, and which trees are best to plant near lines.

We’re here to help keep you and the community safe, so if you’ve got questions - let’s connect!

07/03/2026

This International Women’s Day, we’re reflecting on our partnership with GirlBoss Edge and our commitment to helping more young people discover rewarding careers in the electricity industry.

Our sector needs more talent than ever and we want to open doors for young women, showing them that there’s space for them here, and that their ideas, skills and ambition are essential to shaping Aotearoa’s energy future.

Find out more about how you can support and encourage young wāhine in Aotearoa to chase their future dreams with GirlBoss: https://www.girlbossedge.com/sustainability

GirlBoss Edge is an online career accelerator for high school aged young women. Brought to you by GirlBoss NZ. Apply Now!

03/03/2026

How we use energy is changing – and we're adapting

From working from home/online learning, EV charging, solar panels, and smart tech on farms, electricity demand is rising across Waitaha Canterbury. We’re investing to keep your power supply safe, reliable, and resilient as our region grows and technology evolves.

Watch the video to see how homes, businesses, and farms are adapting – and how we’re powering the future.

22/02/2026

At Orion, we’re investing in reliability – upgrading ageing assets, building capacity for growth, and planning for new technologies – so you can count on us when it matters most.

Watch how we’re working behind the scenes to keep Canterbury connected.

17/02/2026

Banks Peninsula storm update

Damage to the network in some areas is significant. While we’ve been able to restore power to parts of the network, other areas are harder to reach. We’re using helicopters to assess the full extent of the damage and plan repairs.

We understand it is difficult to be without power and we will make updates as soon as we have information available to share, thank you for your patience.

For the latest information on outages please check our website: https://www.oriongroup.co.nz/outages-and-support/outages