Tag: natural_gas

New Zealand's Gas Reserves Plummet, Government Acts to Secure Energy Supply

15 May 2026 7:36 a.m. · Source: New Zealand Government

New Zealand's natural gas reserves dropped 23% in a year, prompting government action. Energy Minister Simeon Brown highlights economic risks and outlines measures to secure supply, reverse exploration bans, and ensure affordable power.

Politics and Government Business Science & Technology General Politics Economy Energy Climate Change natural gas energy security Simeon Brown gas reserves energy policy New Zealand Government
Media Monitor: New Zealand to Replace Defence Force Aircraft, Helicopters

21 Aug 2025 4:36 p.m. · Source: RNZ News

RNZ reports New Zealand government will purchase MH-60R Seahawk helicopters and Airbus A321XLR aircraft to replace Defence Force's aging Boeing 757s and maritime helicopters.

Politics and Government Business World Health Sport Australia Legal Military Judith Collins Winston Peters MH-60R Seahawk helicopters Airbus A321XLR aircraft Ministry of Business natural gas RNZ News
NZ Government Allocates $200M for Gas Field Investments

22 May 2025 2:10 p.m. · Source: Federated Farmers

New Zealand's coalition Government commits $200 million to co-invest in new gas fields, aiming to secure domestic energy supply and stimulate economic growth amid declining natural gas reserves.

Politics and Government Business Energy Shane Jones natural gas investment energy security coalition Government Pohokura