Projects in the Hunter and Central Coast regions

The Hunter and Central Coast are critical for NSW's energy future

They're home to new energy infrastructure that will power the Hunter and Central Coast and the rest of the state for decades to come.
The Hunter is the primary funnel for freight and logistics from the Port of Newcastle to surrounding regions, including inland renewable energy zones.

Energy infrastructure projects

We’re planning 4 major energy projects for the Hunter and Central Coast.

The Hunter Transmission Project will carry electricity from our inland renewable energy zones to other parts of the state.
The Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone Network Infrastructure Project will unlock 1 gigawatt of network capacity for new generation and storage projects.
The Waratah Super Battery Project will act as a shock absorber for the grid during events like lightning strikes.
The New England Renewable Energy Zone Network Infrastructure Project is a new transmission line that will run through the Upper Hunter. It will carry electricity from the New England region through the Hunter to the rest of the state.

Project developers may also plan and build generation and storage projects in the region. These include wind farms, solar farms and battery storage systems.

Enabling infrastructure projects

As our renewable energy zones ramp up, the Hunter and Central Coast will play an important role supporting freight and logistics.

To support this, we’re delivering enabling infrastructure projects, such as road upgrades, that will minimise impacts on the community.

The Port to Renewable Energy Zones road upgrades program will support the transport of large equipment to inland zones.
The Newcastle Logistics Precinct will provide additional storage at the Port of Newcastle for renewable energy developments.

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Hunter-Central Coast REZ proposed upgrades

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Hunter Central-Coast Renewable Energy Zone

The Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone will be the first of its kind in Australia to upgrade existing distribution poles and wires.

Hunter Transmission Project

The Hunter Transmission Project is a critical project that will carry electricity from inland renewable energy zones to homes and businesses across the state.

Waratah Super Battery Project

The Waratah Super Battery is located at the former Munmorah Power Station site. The project as a whole will act as a 'shock absorber' for the NSW grid.

Transmission lines through Farmland in Tamworth

New England REZ Transmission Project

The New England REZ Transmission Project is a transmission line that will connect the New England REZ to the rest of the grid, passing through the Upper Hunter.

Port to REZ road upgrades

The Port to Renewable Energy Zones programe involves working with Transport for NSW to upgrade roads so equipment can be transported safely.

Newcastle Logistics Precinct

The proposed Newcastle Logistics Precinct at the Port of Newcastle will provide storage in support of renewable energy developments.

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Working with the community

We're commited to working with local communities to maximise benefits and minimise impacts.

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Regional reference group

The Hunter-Central Coast Regional Reference Group members have been selected from across the region to represent a broad spectrum of the region and different perspectives. This includes council representatives, a mix of community representatives and respected subject matter experts.

Learn more about the regional reference group

Opportunities to get involved

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First Nations consultation guidelines

Read the NSW Government's First Nations Consultation Guidelines for the Hunter Central Coast.

Local supplier opportunities

Learn about opportunities to help build the Hunter Transmission Project.

Hunter Central Coast regional reference group

Learn about the regional reference group for our work in the Hunter Central Coast region.

Email the Hunter Central Coast region team

Reach out to our regional coordination team via email at [email protected]

Our projects in the Hunter and Central Coast regions