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Planned power outages

To keep your power network safe and reliable, Northpower regularly plans power outages so our crews can maintain and upgrade power lines. These essential shutdowns help prevent unexpected outages and ensure your electricity stays on when you need it most.

Check upcoming planned outages in your area, learn how to prepare, and get tips to minimise disruption.

Get notified on outages

Make sure your contact details are up to date with your energy retailer so you receive planned outage notifications from us.

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Using medical equipment? Be prepared

If you’re medically dependent on electricity, here’s important advice on how to prepare for outages and what to do during one.

Medically dependent advice

Planned maintenance happens Monday to Friday. Why?

We know it can be disruptive, but we plan maintenance during the working week for good reasons.

  • To keep down the cost. If all maintenance was scheduled for the weekend, overtime would make electricity less affordable.
  • To manage staff fatigue. It’s unsafe for line crews to work a normal week, and weekends, and be rostered on after hours.
  • Ensure work-life balance for our people.