MP calls for revocation of consent for new powerlines

Tuesday 4 March 2025 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 4 Mar 2025, 7:32am

In this story PowerNet, Invercargill City Council, Ingrid Leary

Taieri MP Ingrid Leary has accused the Invercargill City Council of making unsafe and rushed decisions regarding a powerline upgrade. The PowerNet Awarua 66kV project will affect approximately 144 properties with 21-metre-high poles.

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1. RNZTue 4 Mar 2025, 6:41am

   Council accused of 'unsafe and rushed decision making' over power lines (opens in new tab)

2. Otago Daily TimesTue 4 Mar 2025, 7:32am

   'Unsafe and rushed': Leary slams powerline consent (opens in new tab)