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How gas is supporting NZ’s energy and economic resilience
Recent debate in New Zealand about LNG has focused heavily on cost, global markets and uncertainty. These are valid considerations. But the more fundamental question is what our energy system will require over the next decade, and how we manage those requirements in a practical way that supports both energy and economic resilience.
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How can we scale up renewable gas in NZ?
With global geopolitics causing high fuel prices, how can we can grow our local renewable energy sector? Renewable gas can provide low-emissions, locally-produced energy – all from organics that would otherwise go to waste. New Zealand already has one major renewable gas project at Reporoa, but the latest GasNZ report shows the full potential of this technology.
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Baking for Mum with a chocolate cake recipe that says it all
This Mother’s Day, skip the last-minute flowers and bake something that feels a bit more personal. A rich chocolate cake is hard to beat, it’s comforting, a little indulgent and guaranteed to make Mum feel special.
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Using gas more efficiently to make small changes that matter
When it comes to using gas more efficiently at home for cooking, heating and hot water, it’s easy to think you need to make big changes to see a difference. In reality, it’s often the small, everyday habits that add up over time without sacrificing comfort.
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Supporting Fitzroy Surf Lifesaving to keep our beaches safe
On a busy summer day at Fitzroy Beach, most people are thinking about the surf, the sun, and time with family. In the background, a team of volunteer lifeguards is watching every wave, ready to act when something goes wrong.
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Why Easter hot cross buns are better baked with gas
There’s something special about Easter baking. The scent of warm spices, the anticipation of that first bite and the comfort of a tradition passed down through generations. Few treats capture that feeling quite like freshly baked hot cross buns.
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Groundbreaking technology transforms pipeline waterway monitoring
With thousands of river and waterway crossings across the Firstgas network, checking submerged pipelines has always been an important part of our maintenance schedule. In the past, it’s been a challenging undertaking: risky, time-consuming and providing only limited information. Thanks to new technology and a partnership with WSP, we can now survey waterways quickly, safely and with robust results.
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A delightful green recipe to brighten your St. Patrick’s Day
Here’s a delightful green recipe to brighten your day. It’s super quick and efficient when you’re cooking with natural gas.
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Supporting the energy sector fishing competition
Firstgas, part of Clarus was proud to support this year’s Energy Sector Fishing Competition over Summer, an event that brings together people from across the energy sector while giving back to the local New Plymouth community. Although we didn’t have a Firstgas team on the water this year, we were pleased to come on board as a sponsor and see the positive impact the competition delivered.
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Satellites provide a safe way to check for hazards near our pipelines
A successful trial has demonstrated that satellite surveillance could be a fantastic way to monitor our pipelines for potential hazards. Currently, rural pipelines are checked for hazards using monthly or bimonthly helicopter surveillance.
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How Australia and the EU are using imported LNG to combat power shortages
Governments in New Zealand, Australia and Europe are investing in LNG import infrastructure to strengthen energy security during periods of supply constraint.
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Milly’s momentum builds towards her goal of the 2028 Paralympics
Since we first shared Milly’s journey toward the 2028 Paralympics, she has wasted no time turning ambition into action. The 2026 season is already shaping up to be something special, with records broken, milestones reached, and a new chapter about to begin.
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Working hard this Waitangi weekend to keep the gas flowing
Across New Zealand this Waitangi weekend, meals will still be cooked with gas, hot showers will be flowing and businesses that rely on continuous energy will keep operating. For most people, it all happens seamlessly.
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A stronger gas market will help keep energy prices down, says BCG report
An independent Boston Consulting Group (BCG) report, Energy to Grow: Securing New Zealand’s Future, finds that strengthening the gas market, securing backup fuel for electricity generation and continuing to build renewables at pace could lower wholesale electricity prices in New Zealand.
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Vegetables taste better when cooked with gas
Fresh, seasonal vegetables are a joy to cook, and natural gas makes it easy to bring out their best flavour. With instant heat and precise temperature control, natural gas cooking helps vegetables caramelise quickly, retain their colour and texture, and taste naturally delicious.
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Get your gas cooktop sparkling clean
While many professional chefs swear by cooking with gas, plenty of Kiwi home chefs love it too. From weeknight dinners to weekend feasts, natural gas delivers fast, precise heat and the control that makes cooking more enjoyable at home.
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