HumeLink

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission line which will connect Wagga Wagga, Bannaby and Maragle.

It is one of the state’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365 km of proposed new transmission lines, and new or upgraded infrastructure at four locations.

Why do we need HumeLink?

To meet our future energy demands, Australia needs to transition to a greater mix of low-emission renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar. HumeLink will deliver a more reliable and more sustainable grid by increasing the amount of renewable energy that can be delivered across the national electricity grid, helping to transition Australia to a low carbon future.

HumeLink planning approval from the Commonwealth government

The HumeLink project has reached its final major planning milestone after receiving Commonwealth government approval from the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water. A Final Investment Decision has also been made by Transgrid’s Board, allowing enabling works to begin shortly.

Based on the current program, enabling works such as site establishment will begin in early 2025 and construction on transmission lines and substations will begin later in 2025.

We would like to acknowledge the landowners, community members and other local stakeholders who have engaged with the HumeLink team during the development of the project to date. We will continue to work with communities and all local stakeholders throughout construction and we are committed to keeping them informed as the project progresses. We will also continue to prioritise local employment, provide training and skills development to build the workforce and focus on lasting community benefits.

The Commonwealth government approval has set out a range of conditions to manage and minimise potential environmental impacts relating to the project.

This follows a detailed Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) process, incorporating an Amendment Report and Submissions Report, and a Biodiversity Development Assessment Report that is recognised as one of the largest ever completed in NSW.

The HumeLink project received State government approval from the NSW Minister for Planning and Public spaces on 14 November 2024. The NSW approval was accompanied by Conditions of Approval to minimise or offset potential environmental impacts, including consulting with the community, managing traffic and controlling noise and vibration during construction.

HumeLink will deliver cheaper and more reliable power for consumers by increasing the amount of renewable energy that be delivered across the national electricity grid and helping to transition Australia to a low carbon future.

The project is being designed and constructed by the delivery partners, HumeLink East: Acciona and GenusPlus Group Ltd Joint Venture (JV) and HumeLink West: UGL and CPB Contractors JV. 

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The HumeLink project will be delivered by two joint venture partners with strong experience in infrastructure projects in regional NSW. The two joint ventures will each deliver a section of the route:

• HumeLink East: Acciona and GenusPlus Group Ltd (JV); and
• HumeLink West: UGL and CPB Contractors (JV).

Early works including detailed design, investigations, procurement and project mobilisation will be completed in Q4. The second stage will include the main construction works and commence after all project approvals and the final investment decision is made, which is also expected to occur in Q4.

We are interested in hearing from sole traders and businesses in the region that could provide a variety of products or services including engineering, design, general trades, administration, and Indigenous and support services. We’re also keen to hear from catering, accommodation, graphic design and printing services.

If you have a local business in the following Local Government Areas and are interested in working on the HumeLink Project, we would love to hear from you- simply complete our online form via the below link:

• Upper Lachlan Shire
• Yass Valley Council
• Snowy Valleys Council
• Cootamundra Gundagai Regional Council
• Wagga Wagga City Council, or
• Goulburn Mulwaree
• Hilltops Council

Local employment and supplier opportunities for HumeLink East and HumeLink West will be made widely available in the coming months.

Register your business

The information collected will be shared with major construction contractors as planning progresses and opportunities arise. The local business register will also be the project teams’ first port of call when we are looking to procure goods and services at various stages of the project.

Please note, registering your interest does not guarantee employment.

• Toll-free phone number: 1800 317 367
• Email: humelink@transgrid.com.au 
• Mail: HumeLink Community Engagement Team, PO BOX A1000, Sydney South NSW 1235

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