5 days ago

Planned Power Outage

Power Co

Waverley and Surrounding areas - Sunday 22 February - 9AM to 5PM

Transpower, the owner and operator of the national grid, is carrying out important maintenance at the Waverley substation and its connecting lines

For this work to be completed safely and as quickly as possible, the substation will need to be turned off on Sunday 22 February.
We understand there is never a good time to be without power and apologise for any inconvenience this may cause.

The map shows the areas likely to be affected. For useful tips to help you prepare, please click here.

If you have any questions, please contact us at communications@transpower.co.nz or phone 04 590 7000. You can also contact your power retailer.
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