Planning approval granted for the Hunter Transmission Project | July 2026
The NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure has granted planning approval for the Hunter Transmission Project, with the Minister for Planning and Public Spaces issuing the Conditions of Approval following a detailed and independent assessment process.
The project team is now progressing detailed design and planning activities in line with the Conditions of Approval.
Before construction can begin, the team must complete detailed design, management plans and all pre-construction requirements in accordance with the Conditions of Approval.
As the project moves through detailed design, planning and delivery preparation, the project team will continue engaging with landholders, communities and stakeholders.
Watch the from our project director below for an update on the project and next steps.
| Read the approval documents | July 2026 planning approval update | Frequently asked questions | Stay informed | Previous updates and information |
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View the Conditions of Approval and associated planning documents on the NSW Government Major Projects website. | Read the latest Hunter Transmission Project update, including what approval means, what happens next and key project information. | Find answers to common questions about approval, next steps and project delivery. | Subscribe to the Hunter-wide EnergyCo e-newsletter for future updates and communications. | Access earlier project updates, reports and previous communications materials. |
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Planning
Planning for the Hunter Transmission Project is well underway in line with the planning approval pathway for critical State significant infrastructure.
The environmental impact statement (EIS) for the Hunter Transmission Project was on public exhibition from 27 August to 24 September 2025. To learn more about planning approvals and the EIS, see the page environmental impact statement for the Hunter Transmission Project, or view the HTP Project Portal.
We've lodged the Hunter Transmission Project Submissions Report and Amendment Report with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure.
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Under construction
If the Hunter Transmission Project is approved, construction is expected to start in late 2026.
To find out about what we are building for the the HTP, visit the page what we're building for the Hunter Transmission Project. -
Operational
Once operational, the Hunter Transmission Project will help deliver clean, reliable energy across NSW.
We’re committed to working closely with the community and key stakeholders as we plan the Hunter Transmission Project. Find out about the opportunities to learn more and have your say, like:
- community drop-in events and online briefings
- surveys
- regional reference group.
Project information
Get an overview of the transmission line and supporting infrastructure planned for the Hunter Transmission Project.
Explore where the transmission lines will run and learn about the route selection process.
Explore the project on our interactive map
View documents and resources about the Hunter Transmission Project.
Learn about the project’s planning approvals process and the environmental impact statement.
Discover opportunities to work with the Hunter Transmission Project.
Community information
Browse information and resources for landowners.
Learn about how we're working with the community.
Learn about how we're working with Aboriginal stakeholders.
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Project news
Released by: Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Minister for the Hunter, and Minister for Planning and Public Spaces
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Get in touch with the HTP team
Send the local HTP community team an email at [email protected]
Phone us on 1800 645 972 (9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday).
Information sessions are for community members to learn more about the project and to speak with the Hunter Transmission Project team.
Sign up for the Hunter Transmission Project e-newsletter.
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