ANNUAL CONNECTION 2024

22 - 24 October 2024 | Castleton Park, Te Awamutu
Click below to find out more about the Line Mechanic Competition, Cable Jointer Competition, and Supplier Expo. 

ANNUAL CONNECTION 2024 BEGINS



Annual Connection is a unique three day event, bringing together cable jointers, line mechanics and industry stakeholders from across New Zealand. The event consists of competitions, a suppliers expo, and closes with an Awards dinner.

Key Objectives


  • Showcase and promote the Electricity Supply Industry.
  • Promote, recognise, and reward workforce skills, expertise and training.
  • Attract more people to join the industry.
  • Promote best practice in health and safety.
  • Showcase new technologies and innovation.
This annual three-day event provides line mechanics and cable jointers from across New Zealand with a unique platform to test their skills, all under the watchful eyes of experienced judges. We believe this competition serves as an invaluable opportunity to spotlight our industry, underscore the importance of electricity safety, and encourage young talents to explore careers in the electricity supply sector.

Join us in putting the spotlight on the skilled and experienced workforce, that is essential to keeping the lights on and the country connected.



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2024 LOCATION

Castleton Park, Park Road, Te Awamutu, New Zealand




ANNUAL CONNECTION 2023 WINNERS

LINE MECHANIC COMPETITION

Second Place

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Delta Utility Services - Lower Clutha

First Place

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The lines company

Third Place

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NETcon

Cable jointer competition

Second Place

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Alex Chandler - Connetics

First Place

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John Harvey - Connetics

Third Place

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Jacob Linton - WEL Networks 
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2024 HOST SPONSORS


Waipā Networks owns and operates the lines, transformers and substations that deliver power to more than 40,000 customers in Waipā region. We’re 100% owned by the Waipā Networks Trust on behalf of the community, delivering reliable energy services and solutions for our community’s growing needs.  

Our history goes back to over 100 years ago when Te Awamutu and Cambridge’s Electric Power Boards were set up. They joined forces in 1993 and were finally named Waipā Networks in 1998. Fast forward to today, and we’re proud to work with Connexis | Te PÅ«kenga and The Lines Company to co-host the Annual Connection 2024, a three-day competition showcasing the skills of line mechanics and cable jointers.  

The Lines Company is proud to keep over 18,000 customers connected to electricity throughout the King Country, Ruapehu District and Central Plateau. Our network covers an area of 13,700 square km with over 4,500km of power lines, providing safe and reliable electricity to homes, businesses, and the community. We employ over 140 staff, with around 80% of our hunga (people) living locally on the network. 

Join us as we showcase the work of these incredible professionals who keep our lights on. It's not just a competition – it’s an opportunity to witness these experts in action, understand the complexities they conquer daily, learn more about the industry, and explore potential career paths. 

Click on the company logos to visit their website. 

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Putting a spotlight on the the people who keep the lights on and the country connected.

📣 Thank you to our minor and supporting sponsors for Annual Connection 2024: Wire and Fitness - Electrical & Telco Training, Powerco, Palfinger, WEL Networks, Ministry of Business, Innovation and Employment, Private Powerline Services Ltd, Omexom, Ideal Electrical Suppliers New Zealand, Powerlines Hawkes Bay Ltd and PLP New Zealand. Thank you for helping us make Annual Connection a success. 🙌#infrastructureindustry #annualconnection #electricitysupplyindustry #cablejointers #linemechanics #skillup #ConnexisExcellenceAwards #ConnexisNZ #Connexis #apprenticeships #infrastructuretrades #tradestraining ... See MoreSee Less
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Please join us in thanking TE Connectivity, our premier sponsor for the Annual Connection 2024 Line Mechanic Competition. 🙌“TE Connectivity proudly supports the Annual Connection event in New Zealand. This competition for Cable Jointers and Linesmen showcases the innovation and skill that drives our industry. By supporting this event, we aim to strengthen and showcase the trades that power our country.” Thanks TE Connectivity, we can’t wait to see you in Te Awamutu on October 22-24. ⚡ ... See MoreSee Less
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Watch this space! 🥁 Come October 2024 Castleton Park in Te Awamutu will be filled with the country's best cable jointers and line mechanics competing in Annual Connection, co-hosteWaipā NetworksworksThe Lines Companympany, partnered by industry training provConnexisnexis. ⚡Stay tuned to this channel for updates or visit www.annualconnection.co.#infrastructureindustryu#annualconnectionc#electricitysupplyindustryu#cablejointersn#linemechanicsa#SkillUpi#connexisnzx#Connexisn#apprenticeshipss#infrastructuretradesr#tradestrainingining ... See MoreSee Less
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