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Otago Daily Times
6 days ago
- Business
- Otago Daily Times
Contact Energy buys into Kaihiku wind farm
An artist's impression of part of the proposed Kaihiku wind farm near Clinton, in which Contact Energy is now a partner. Inset: Matthew Cleland. IMAGE: SUPPLIED Contact Energy is doubling down on its wind farm ambitions, after buying into a further large-scale project in the South. In March, the energy giant suffered a setback in its goal of building a $1 billion, 300MW wind farm near Wyndham after a consent panel decided it could not go ahead due to environmental and other concerns. Yesterday, Contact head of wind and solar business development Matthew Cleland said the firm was continuing to pursue that project, and had also acquired an interest in a second Matthew Cleland. PHOTO: ODT FILES planned southern wind farm, on Friday. Mr Cleland said Contact had bought Manawa Energy, which is partnering with Pioneer Energy to build a 300MW wind farm at Kaihiku, near Clinton. Each project would have capacity to power an estimated 135,000 to 150,000 homes if commissioned. He said the purchase underlined Contact's commitment to renewable energy. "Contact's acquisition of Manawa completed on Friday last week. The combination of Contact and Manawa is an important step forward in Aotearoa New Zealand's energy transition. It will enable a greater ability to invest in future renewable energy generation, enhance market security and ultimately contribute to reducing wholesale prices long term," Mr Cleland said. The latest Pioneer/Manawa Kaihiku project report said Contact had acquired 100% of Manawa, making it a 50% partner with Pioneer in the project. The acquisition was not expected to affect consents for the project, it said. The Kaihiku wind farm had been accepted into the new fast-track consenting process, the report said. Consultants had completed ecological surveys, including assessment of skinks, birds and bats. Mr Cleland did not raise any concerns regarding potential consenting challenges at the Kaihiku project. Contact continued to pursue consent for its Southland wind farm, he said. "When our consent application was declined in March, we filed an appeal to the High Court. No date has been set for that hearing yet. We've also lodged a referral application under the government's new Fast-track Approvals Act 2025, and that application is being assessed."
Edinburgh Reporter
13-07-2025
- Sport
- Edinburgh Reporter
Two Hibs youngsters join East Kilbride on cooperation loans
Hibs Academy goalkeeper Freddie Owens and forward Dean Cleland have joined East Kilbride on cooperation loans for the 2025/26 season! 19-year-old keeper Owens joins up with the newly-promoted William Hill League Two side after impressing at Civil Service Strollers in the Lowland League last season. Cleland, aged 17, also joins the K-Park club on loan after scoring 38 times for Hibs Under-18s last season in competitive matches as Darren McGregor's side secured the CAS Elite Youth League title. Owens and Cleland will be able to continue playing for Hibs while performing for East Kilbride due to the new Cooperation System. This new Cooperation System allows eligible players to continue playing for their parent club at first team and youth level while gaining invaluable senior football experience with their partner club, therefore increasing their playing time. On the loan moves of Owens and Cleland, Hibs Academy Director Gareth Evans commented: 'Freddie did very well at Civil Service Strollers last season in what was a good campaign for them, and Dean really impressed in our Under-18s team. 'Challenging themselves in League Two, and playing for a good club like East Kilbride, is great for Freddie and Dean in terms of their development and hopefully both will now get minutes at a higher level.' Like this: Like Related
Edinburgh Reporter
02-07-2025
- Sport
- Edinburgh Reporter
Hibs start pre-season campaign with a goalless draw against MSV Duisburg
Hibs started their pre-season campaign with a goalless draw against MSV Duisburg in the Netherlands. Chances were few and far between in the high temperatures. Head coach David Gray used the opportunity as a good chance to get minutes into the legs of several players, with the likes of Jamie McGrath, Rafael Sallinger (pictured) making their first appearances for the Club – whilst Elie Youan also returned after missing a large part of the 2024/25 campaign through injury. Academy youngsters, Dean Cleland, Lewis Gillie, Joseph McGrath, Logan Jimenez and Rory Whittaker all got important match minutes at First Team level. The Hibees started the match with real intensity and purpose to their play. There were good early touches from Lewis Gillie, Dean Cleland and Jacob MacIntyre who all look at ease stepping into the First Team. The first real chance of the game fell to Cleland after a flowing counter-attacking move. MacIntyre linked up well with Chris Cadden, before Josh Campbell picked out Youan who pulled it back to Cleland, and his curling effort was tipped over the bar from the edge of the penalty area. The German side settled and began to work their way back into the game, but did very little to trouble Raphael Sallinger in the opening 22 minutes before both teams paused for a water break due to the high temperatures in Wissel, Gelderland. Duisburg best chance fell to striker, Tim Heike. But he dragged his shot wide of the far post. Gray made two changes at the break, with Jordan Smith replacing Sallinger in goal and Jamie McGrath making his first appearance for the Club coming on for Campbell in the middle of the pitch. Nicky Cadden went close to breaking the deadlock, but his whipped in free-kick evaded everyone in the penalty area . At the other end Smith was called into action moments later – making a smart stop at his near post from Steffen Meuer. On the hour mark, Gray continued to freshen things up with Joseph McGrath, Rory Whittaker, Logan Jimenez, Kanayo Megwa and Alasana Manneh all introduced to the action. Chris Cadden, Nicky Cadden, Youan, Marvin Ekpiteta and Dylan Levitt were the players to make way. O'Hora had an effort cleared off the line from a set-piece before Smith made a brilliant one-handed save, diving to his right to deny a long-range shot from Bookjans. Cleland was played through on goal, and forced a good save from the Duisburg 'keeper. Like this: Like Related
Daily Record
13-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Record
Fearful UK households are 'hoarding physical cash' in preparation for outages
The Bank of England's chief cashier said people are looking for a physical safety net UK residents are hoarding cash as they rush to build a safety net amid economic uncertainty and fears over power and internet outages, according to the Bank of England's chief cashier. Victoria Cleland said that UK households are building a cash contingency pot similar as they did during Covid. And she said the bank has noticed a significant increase in the number of banknotes in circulation recently. But she noted that they were not always spending it and rather 'literally keeping it under the mattress'. She said: "At a time of uncertainty, at a time of crisis, people do move to cash. They want to make sure they have literally got something under the mattress. 'Even in the UK, there will be times where networks are down and you can only be paying in cash.' Cleland said that consumers want cash 'to be there but they're not necessarily using it," reports Birmingham Live. In April, swathes of Spain and Portugal were hit with a massive power outage which affected online payments. Cash was essential for making purchases as card machines and mobile payments were disabled. Join the Daily Record WhatsApp community! Get the latest news sent straight to your messages by joining our WhatsApp community today. You'll receive daily updates on breaking news as well as the top headlines across Scotland. No one will be able to see who is signed up and no one can send messages except the Daily Record team. All you have to do is click here if you're on mobile, select 'Join Community' and you're in! If you're on a desktop, simply scan the QR code above with your phone and click 'Join Community'. We also treat our community members to special offers, promotions, and adverts from us and our partners. If you don't like our community, you can check out any time you like. To leave our community click on the name at the top of your screen and choose 'exit group'. If you're curious, you can read our Privacy Notice. Last year, Ron Delnevo, chair of the Payment Choice Alliance, which campaigns for the long-term future of cash services, said it was 'completely unacceptable' that some stores were rejecting cash. 'The vast majority of the public want cash to be honoured as a payment,' he said. 'These businesses are letting down the public.' Kate Osborne, the Labour Party MP for Jarrow and Gateshead East, said: 'It is a fundamental right that people should be able to use cash as a legal tender. "When you are trying to budget, particularly if you are on a low income, cash is a simple way of doing it. I understand that many people are not using cash much of the time, but there should be choice for all. 'We are seeing more and more retailers offering card-only payments, and it causes problems in constituencies like mine where we've got a high number of people who are digitally excluded or may choose not to do electronic banking.' However, it is likely that alternative digital payment methods will become ever more widely accepted and used, the Bank of England has said. In fact, in 2017, debit cards overtook cash as the most frequently used payment method in the UK. Having physical cash was also advised this week by former MP and member of the Defence Select Committee, Tobias Ellwood who said the likelihood of a 'grey zone' attack is a one of the 'real world scenarios we must seriously consider'. He urged households to gather seven items in case of power cuts, internet outages and drone attacks. This includes physical cash, drinking water, iodine tablets, tinned food, candles and a working torch and a battery powered radio.
Daily Mirror
12-06-2025
- Business
- Daily Mirror
UK households rush to 'hold physical cash' as warning issued to millions
Households are seeking a safety net in time of global volatility, according to the Bank of England's chief cashier UK households have been issued a warning to "hoard physical cash" as Brits scramble to respond amidst economic uncertainty and fear of shortages. According to the Bank of England's chief cashier, households are seeking a safety net during this period of global volatility. Victoria Cleland stated on Tuesday that UK households were creating a cash contingency fund, similar to their actions during the Covid and cost of living crises. She noted that the Bank had observed a significant rise in the number of banknotes in circulation in recent months. "At a time of uncertainty, at a time of crisis, people do move to cash. They want to make sure they have literally got something under the mattress," said Ms Cleland. "Even in the UK, there will be times where networks are down and you can only be paying in cash." Cleland mentioned that consumers want cash "to be there but they're not necessarily using it". Last year, Ron Delnevo, chair of the Payment Choice Alliance, which advocates for the long-term future of cash services, declared it was "completely unacceptable" that some shops were refusing cash. "The vast majority of the public want cash to be honoured as a payment," he stated. "These businesses are letting down the public." Kate Osborne, the Labour Party MP for Jarrow and Gateshead East, who has signed the early day motion, expressed: "It is a fundamental right that people should be able to use cash as a legal tender. "When you are trying to budget, particularly if you are on a low income, cash is a simple way of doing it. I understand that many people are not using cash much of the time, but there should be choice for all. "We are seeing more and more retailers offering card-only payments, and it causes problems in constituencies like mine where we've got a high number of people who are digitally excluded or may choose not to do electronic banking." The Bank of England has suggested that in the coming years, alternative digital payment methods will likely become increasingly accepted and utilised, reports Birmingham Live. In 2017, debit cards surpassed cash as the most frequently used payment method in the UK.
