News and media

Monday, 20 Aug 2018

The public can now keep up-to-date with the latest from WEL Networks with the recent launch of the company’s Facebook page. The page... more

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WEL receives EECA funding to convert engine truck to electric vehicle

Tuesday, 07 Aug 2018

WEL Services is one of 19 projects to receive funding under the fourth round of the Low Emission Vehicles Contestable Fund, administered by the... more

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WEL welcomes new Group Chief Financial Officer

Friday, 27 Jul 2018

WEL Group (incorporating WEL Networks and Ultrafast Fibre) has welcomed Sue Tindal onto the Executive team as its new Group Chief Financial... more

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Drones provide bird's eye view of network

Tuesday, 17 Jul 2018

Smash through gorse or send up a drone? It’s an easy choice for WEL Networks staff who are now routinely using unmanned aerial vehicles, or... more

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WEL races ahead with sustainable technology at Hampton Downs

Thursday, 28 Jun 2018

WEL Networks has taken its tally of electric vehicle (EV) fast chargers in the Waikato to six, with the latest going live at Hampton Downs this... more

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Let the professionals trim your trees

Tuesday, 22 May 2018

WEL Networks Vegetation Management Supervisor, Jonny Ogden says trees often encroach on overhead power lines if they’re not maintained and they... more

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Reminder to check your power bill for WEL Networks discount

Tuesday, 22 May 2018

WEL Networks is reminding its customers to check their April or May power account to ensure they receive this year’s discount. Customers... more

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WEL moves to lighter, safer faults fleet

Monday, 30 Apr 2018

A concern about overloading vehicles has prompted WEL Networks to collaborate with local automotive and engineering businesses to modify the design... more

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WEL crews support northern colleagues

Thursday, 19 Apr 2018

WEL Networks crews have stepped in to help their northern colleagues after recent storm events put neighbouring lines companies under... more

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Storm Safety Notice

Tuesday, 10 Apr 2018

In lieu of current storm warnings WEL urges residents to stay away from any downed power lines and not to remove vegetation or objects... more

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