Monthly Archives: July 2016

Eastland Network warns Pokémon hunters to stay safe near electricity

Eastland Network warns Pokémon hunters to stay safe near electricity

Eastland Network has issued a warning to Pokémon hunters as the game grows in popularity across the Gisborne, Wairoa and East Coast region. Pokémon Go encourages players to locate virtual Pokémon hiding in the real world and capture them using their mobile phones. But Eastland Network general manager, Brent Stewart, says players need to stay… Read more »

Changes ahead for region’s electricity network

Changes ahead for region’s electricity network

Eastland Network has launched a solar research trial to gather “real world data” as part of its planning for the future electricity needs of the Gisborne, East Coast and Wairoa regions. Eastland Group chief executive, Matt Todd, says solar panels will be installed at up to 12 sites, including the roof at Eastland Network’s Carnarvon… Read more »

Eastland Group expands investment in Flick

Eastland Group expands investment in Flick

Gisborne-based Eastland Group has boosted its investment in electricity business Flick Electric Co, raising its shareholding from 11 to 16 percent. When announcing the company’s cornerstone investment in December last year, Eastland Group chief executive Matt Todd said Eastland was attracted to Flick’s technology-driven model, disruptive potential and strong customer engagement. “It’s exciting to be… Read more »