Power outages in Southland and Otago could last until Monday

Saturday 31 May 2025 · 3 outlets · 4 reports · updated Sun 1 Jun 2025, 11:55am

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Strong winds have caused significant disruptions to PowerNet networks in parts of the lower South Island. Nearly 400 homes in Southland remain without electricity, though the supplier expects most remaining customers to be reconnected by the end of the day.

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1. RNZSat 31 May 2025, 7:51pm

   Power cuts in Southland, Otago could run into Monday (opens in new tab)

   • Power outage in Southland continues, nearly 400 homes remain without electricity (opens in new tab) Sun 1 Jun 2025, 10:40am
2. Otago Daily TimesSun 1 Jun 2025, 7:50am

   Southern power cuts could run into Monday (opens in new tab)

3. 1News via RNZSun 1 Jun 2025, 11:55am

   Nearly 400 Southland homes still without power (opens in new tab)