Mr. Toby Pierce reports

NEW ZEALAND ENERGY CORP. ANNOUNCES APPOINTMENT OF DIRECTOR

New Zealand Energy Corp. has appointed Jessica Lindskog to the company's board of directors, effective immediately.

Ms. Lindskog brings 20 years of international experience across the energy sector and capital markets, with expertise in investor relations, corporate strategy, equity research and financial valuation. Ms. Lindskog currently manages strategic investor communications for a publicly traded international energy company, where she advises on shareholder engagement, investor sentiment, capital market strategy and market intelligence within the oil and gas sector. Ms. Lindskog holds a master of science degree in accounting and finance from the London School of Economics and a bachelor of management degree from the University of Lethbridge.

Toby Pierce, chief executive officer of New Zealand Energy, commented: "We are delighted to welcome Jessica to the board. Her extensive background in investor relations, capital markets and financial valuation within the energy sector will be a valuable asset to NZEC as we continue to advance our strategy and strengthen our engagement with shareholders."

With Ms. Lindskog's appointment, the board is also composed of two independent directors, satisfying the requirement under TSX Venture Exchange Policy 3.1.

About New Zealand Energy Corp.

New Zealand Energy is a publicly listed energy company focused on the development of oil, gas and gas storage opportunities in New Zealand. The company holds interests in multiple heritage assets and development-stage projects, including the Tariki gas storage project in Taranaki. With a 50-per-cent ownership stake in the Waihapa production station, the company can quickly tie in any near-term production and sell directly to market.

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