BENEFITS

We aim to contribute to host communities in ways that are of mutual benefit for the wind farm project and the community.

Community Benefits

Once the initial design of the project has been determined, and the neighbours have been engaged with, we will commence engagements with the community and council on the proposed design to support our approvals. A key part of this consultation is also to engage on understanding possible community benefits.

We will work to ensure that potential community benefit options are fit for purpose and, where possible, we will take the following steps:​

  • Run community information sessions and attend local community events to provide information about the wind farm and seek to understand the community's views and needs.​

  • Consult directly with the Local Council, both Councilors and staff, about the project and gain a good understanding of local issues and where the project might make a positive contribution. ​

  • Understand potential opportunities for local employment and local involvement in wind farm construction and operations.​ If you are a local business wanting to supply services to the project now, or during construction and operation, please register your interest and tell us what you do.

  • Continuous consultation through project development, construction and operation phases to develop community-specific options that may deliver benefits to the community throughout the project's life. Noting that, over time, the needs of the community may evolve as may the potential opportunities associated with the wind farm.

Please get in touch and tell us what benefits you would like to see a wind farm bring to your community.

Employment Opportunities

The proposed project offers significant employment opportunities locally and regionally, during Construction and Operations. At its peak, the workforce involved in construction is expected to be at least 250 people. Service providers, individuals and contractors can register their interest via the project website, and will be kept up to date on the latest opportunities. When the project proceeds, the principal contractor appointed to build this project will be required to ensure local businesses and individuals are given every opportunity to be involved in the project. 

During the 30 year operational period we expect that there will be 15-20 people employed on operating and mainatianing the wind farm project.