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A decade in charge of the national power grid

A decade in charge of the national power grid

Retiring CEO of Transpower Alison Andrew joins Bernard to reflect on a decade at the helm of the state-owned power grid operator.

When the Facts Change

June 27, 202425m 13s

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Show Notes

After ten years at the helm of Transpower, chief executive Alison Andrew is stepping down. She reflects on a tumultuous decade of managing Aotearoa’s most important network, and why she considers being relatively unknown in the public arena as a mark of success.


This interview was recorded shortly before a Transpower pylon collapsed in Northland on June 21st, causing widespread power outages in the region. The collapse was caused by contractors who failed to observe proper procedure while carrying out routine maintenance.

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