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How much do you really know about how natural gas helps power New Zealand’s economy? What about the role gas plays in keeping the country’s energy system secure? Our industry experts answer the big questions on our News and Blog hub. So, while there’s a lot about gas in the news, this is where you’ll get the real news on gas: https://lnkd.in/gJCG5q3T

Firstgas is proud to support the CCNZ CablePrice Nelson Marlborough Regional Excavator Operator Competition again this year. As a long-standing sponsor of this Civil Contractors New Zealand event, we’re committed to celebrating the skill and expertise that drive the civil construction industry forward. Congratulations to Golden Bay’s Daniel Bruning, who secured first place and will represent the region at the national finals in March. With 11 talented operators taking on precision, safety and crowd-pleasing challenges, the competition again highlighted the strength of civil construction skills in New Zealand. Thank you to all competitors, organisers and fellow sponsors including CablePrice (NZ) Ltd, Hitachi, Attach2, Connexis, Hirepool, Humes - a Division of Fletcher Building, Nelmac Kūmānu, Nelson Forktrucks, and Construction Training & Assessments. 👏 Read more: https://lnkd.in/guh5Qd3m #Firstgas #CivilConstruction #ExcavatorCompetition #NelsonAPShow #ConstructionIndustry #ProudSponsor #NZConstruction #HeavyEquipment #NationalFinalsBound

Whether you’re putting in a new shed, laying a deck, planting trees, or preparing a hangi pit, beforeUdig online resources makes it easy to get the right information before you start. A few minutes online can help protect the services you rely on and keep your project on track! Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gTUSqyRw #beforeUdig #SafeDigging #DIYProjects #HomeImprovement #ConstructionNZ #InfrastructureSafety #DigSafe

We’re excited to share that our major upgrade to the Firstgas Kaitoke compressor station is now substantially complete. We’ve installed and commissioned two state-of-the-art compressors from the USA, which will be ready to come online in early 2026. This major upgrade will make our gas network more efficient and improve Firstgas’ ability to respond during peak periods or when gas is needed to support the electricity system. While customers may not notice any visible changes, this work is essential. It strengthens our ability to manage gas flows during busy periods and helps us maintain the reliable pressure standards that homes, businesses and industry depend on every day. A big thank you to everyone involved in delivering this milestone! Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gkphimh4 #Firstgas #EnergyInfrastructure #GasNetwork #InfrastructureUpgrade #NZInfrastructure #EnergySecurity #FutureFocused #GasIndustry

Sustainability isn’t just a goal; it’s how we’ll build a resilient, low-emissions future for New Zealand. The Government’s new Statement on Biogas recognises the pivotal role #RenewableGas can play in decarbonising our energy system. As Hon. Simon Watts MP FCA Minister for Energy, said: “This Government supports a renewable gas market in New Zealand… Biogas can strengthen our energy security, decarbonise hard-to-electrify sectors and create new opportunities for innovation and investment.” At Firstgas, we’re proud to see this in action 🔄 In Reporoa, Ecogas leads the anaerobic digestion process, while our First Renewables team upgrades that biogas into biomethane ready for New Zealand’s existing gas network. Read more 👉 https://lnkd.in/gGYJTYUi #Sustainability #RenewableEnergy #Biogas #Biomethane #CleanEnergy #Innovation #Clarus #FutureOfEnergy

Last month, we had the pleasure of welcoming Tim Costley, MP for Ōtaki, along with our pilot partners, local community board members and GasNZ to the Te Horo Hydrogen Blending Pilot site and display home, where Chefs’, Shep and Dale from Ideas2Plate prepared a delicious meal using the hydrogen blend of gas. Step inside and hear what our visitors had to say. 👉 Learn more: https://lnkd.in/gRfbYtQi