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Unison kicks off a sustainable future

12 March 2020

Unison Networks has kicked off a recycling programme for pre-loved Greatest Supporter bags and drink bottles as part of its refreshed vision to lead a sustainable energy future.

Unison Contracting Services wins national line mechanic title

3 October 2019

Following three tough days of competition at HB Regional Sports Park, Unison Contracting Services (Hawke’s Bay team) was announced winner of Annual Connection’s 2019 National Line Mechanic Team Competition.

Unison expands portfolio with acquisition of RPS Switchgear

2 October 2019

Unison announced today it has acquired RPS Switchgear, an electrical switchgear business based in Petone, Lower Hutt.

Unison Engineering Scholarship offers bright future

20 September 2019

Unison Networks is delighted to be offering an Engineering Scholarship to the value of $10,000 per year of study to one lucky student.

Unison medal ceremonies recognise excellence in junior sport

11 September 2019

Unison’s eleventh annual medal ceremonies saw more than 530 young rugby, football, hockey and netball players presented with medals at the close of the junior winter sports season.

Unison declares a $15.8 million dividend for 2018/19

29 July 2019

Electricity distributor Unison Networks has delivered a strong performance for its customers declaring a $15.8 million final dividend for its shareholders, the Hawke’s Bay Power Consumers’ Trust. The Trust holds all the shares in Unison on behalf of consumers connected to its electricity network in Hawke's Bay.

Unison enters partnership with Maraetōtara Tree Trust

28 June 2019

Unison Networks has entered a three-year partnership with river restoration charity, Maraetōtara Tree Trust.

Unison to participate in EnergyMate pilot supporting vulnerable families

30 April 2019

Unison Networks is partnering with electricity retailers, community organisations, other lines companies and the New Zealand Government to launch a free, home-based energy coaching service, EnergyMate.

Unison embraces integrated business platform signing with Australia’s largest enterprise Software as a Service (SaaS) company, TechnologyOne

4 April 2019

Unison has signed with ASX-listed TechnologyOne, to adopt OneEnergy; an Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) system that will provide an integrated asset management and business operations platform.

Unison to help deliver network programme for Aurora Energy

2 April 2019

Unison Contracting Services has formally entered into a multi-year Field Services Agreement (FSA) with Aurora Energy to help deliver Aurora Energy’s network programme, with the new contracts started yesterday.

World Cup winning Black Ferns to attend Unison Girls’ Rugby Gala Day

29 March 2019

Budding women’s rugby players will have the opportunity to meet Women’s Rugby World Cup 2017 Champion Black Ferns while honing their skills at the Unison Girls’ Rugby Gala Day, which aims to encourage more female participation in our national game.

Unison becomes Part of the Team

6 March 2019

Unison Networks has announced it will partner with Sport Hawke’s Bay as part of the side-line behaviour programme, Be Part of the Team.

Unison to support junior Hawke’s Bay football players for further three years

29 January 2019

Unison Networks has announced its continued support of Central Football Federation by extending its partnership for a further three years.

Unison joins forces with Connexis to bring iconic industry event to Hawke’s Bay

21 December 2018

Unison is delighted to be confirmed as Hosting Sponsor for the 2019 Annual Connection Competitions and Excellence Awards being held at the Hawke’s Bay Sports Park from 24-26 September 2019.

Unison sparks partnership with Future ChampioNZ Triathlon Festival

10 December 2018

Unison Networks has entered a one-year partnership with New Zealand’s premier Junior Triathlon event, Future ChampioNZ Triathlon Festival, to be held in Taupō from 14-16 December.

Back-up generator powers the way for Waimarama

30 November 2018

In a move to bolster the resilience and boost capacity of Waimarama’s power supply, electricity distributer Unison Networks has introduced back-up generation capability into the community.

Unison to commence final stage in Kennedy Road OHUG conversion

21 November 2018

Commuters travelling along Napier’s Kennedy Road will in a few months’ notice a significant visual improvement with Unison set to commence the last stage of its long-running OHUG (conversion of overhead assets to underground) project.

Planned power outage to enable further repairs in Taupo

20 November 2018

Following the power outage yesterday in Taupo, Unison is working with Transpower NZ to facilitate further necessary repairs.

Unison working with Transpower NZ to restore power to Taupo region

19 November 2018

Approximately 16,000 customers remain without power across the wider Taupo region.

Widespread power outage in Taupo ongoing

19 November 2018

Approximately 16,000 customers are still without power across the wider Taupo region.

Unison rewards excellence as the junior sports season closes

12 September 2018

With the region’s junior winter sports season coming to an end, Unison’s annual medal ceremonies for rugby, netball, hockey and for the first-time, football, saw over 550 young players presented with medals.

10% increase in Hawke’s Bay Power Consumers’ Trust dividend cheque

11 September 2018

The annual dividend payment from the Hawke’s Bay Power Consumers’ Trust (HBPCT) will increase by 10% to $220 this year, up from the $200 payment in 2017.

Napier Boys’ High School take home the Unison Shield for the second year running

4 September 2018

Napier Boys’ High School 3rd XV is the proud owner of the Unison Shield for the second year in a row, after defeating Wairoa College on Saturday in the Unison Secondary School Rugby Challenge Shield final.

Unison Contracting Services formalises Agreement with South Island’s Aurora Energy

15 August 2018

Following a competitive process, Unison Contracting Services has entered into a multi-year (up to five years) agreement with Aurora Energy to help deliver its network programme, starting 1 April 2019.