Electrify Queenstown Media

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Media Releases

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Electrify Queenstown sparks a national conversation – Leading politicians, industry experts and business leaders came together for a sold-out debate on New Zealand’s energy future, tackling affordability, resilience, infrastructure and the future shape of the electricity system. The day also featured keynote sessions from Dr Saul Griffith, Mike Casey and leading energy and infrastructure organisations. 18 May 2026

Electrify Queenstown brings the buzz – Electrify Queenstown 2026 opened with a sell-out crowd exploring Aotearoa’s electric future through keynote speakers, immersive Electric Experiences, practical technology demonstrations and major transport announcements. The opening day highlighted growing national interest in electrification as a pathway to lower costs, stronger resilience and greater energy security. 17 May 2026

Excitement builds ahead of Electrify Queenstown 2026 – With tickets nearly sold out, Electrify Queenstown returns this May with a packed programme and political debate on New Zealand’s energy future. The event will explore how electrification can cut costs, boost resilience and accelerate the transition to a cleaner energy system. 4 May 2026

Media invitation: Politicians debate NZ’s energy future at Electrify Queenstown - Party leaders will go head-to-head on New Zealand’s energy future at Electrify Queenstown next month, in a rare cross-party debate during an election year. 8 April 2026.

Politicians go head-to-head on New Zealand's energy future at Electrify Queenstown 2026 - Award-winning summit Electrify Queenstown will return in May 2026 with a power-packed programme combining political debate, high-profile speakers, immersive electric experiences and practical advice for businesses and households ready to electrify. 19 January 2026

Electrify Queenstown to return in 2026 - Electrify Queenstown will return for a third year, following the huge success of the 2025 event which built strong momentum across the region. 10 June 2025

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