EnergyConnect is an energy infrastructure project that will lower power bills for homes and businesses and create 1500 jobs, primarily across regional NSW.

The project is a key element of the Australian Energy Market Operator's Integrated System Plan. As a result, the NSW Government has declared it Critical State Significant Infrastructure (CSSI).

EnergyConnect includes a new 900km electricity transmission line, known as an interconnector, that will connect power grids across three Australian states, driving competition in the wholesale electricity market.

The interconnector is being built between Wagga Wagga in New South Wales and Robertstown in South Australia, with a connection to Red Cliffs in Victoria.

Transgrid is partnering with ElectraNet to deliver EnergyConnect, with Transgrid building the NSW section.

The EnergyConnect team has recently lodged the Environmental Impact Statement for the NSW-Eastern Section to the Department of Planning and Environment (DPE). To support landholder and community engagement, we have developed an interactive EIS map and a community guide, which includes information on how to make a submission to DPE.

The EnergyConnect team will also be hosting community information sessions where you can drop in any time, ask questions about the EIS and learn more about the project.

Session locations, dates and times

Coleambally

Monday 31 January 2022, 1pm – 4pm

Coleambally Community Hall. Kingfisher Avenue, Coleambally

Urana

Tuesday 1 February 2022, 9am - midday

Urana Soldiers Memorial Hall, Anna Street, Urana

Lockhart

Tuesday 1 February 2022, 2pm – 5pm

Lockhart Memorial Hall, 71 Green Street, Lockhart

Wagga Wagga

Wednesday 2 February 2022, 8am – 11am

Lake Albert Hall, Apex Park, Lake Street, Lake Albert

Hay

Tuesday 8 February 2022, 3pm – 6pm

War Memorial Hall, 202 Lachlan Street, Hay

Drop into a session anytime and meet the team.

In accordance with NSW Government guidelines, COVID-19 safety plans will be in place for everyone’s safety.