Why do we need LNG?
Published: 6 Jun 2026We are using LNG so that New Zealand can become a mostly renewal electricity system without outages, price spikes, or economic shocks along the way.
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We are using LNG so that New Zealand can become a mostly renewal electricity system without outages, price spikes, or economic shocks along the way.
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A dry year without gas becomes an economic crisis. Dry years already cause extreme electricity prices. In future, the consequences will be much more severe.
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Fortnightly report to the Minister for Auckland for April 2026
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A number of safety and environment matters apply to LNG and its import facilities.
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Cabinet paper agreed to policy decisions on updates to the Copyright Act 1994
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Cabinet agreed to policy decisions on updates to the Copyright Act 1994.
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Cabinet paper seeking policy decisions on updates to the Copyright Act 1994.
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Cabinet authorised the submission of regulations to the Executive Council.
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Cabinet paper seeking authorisation for submission of regulations to the Executive Council.
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Information sheet for affected parties.
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