Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone Community Roadshow

About the Roadshow

Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) is supporting NSW’s transition to clean, affordable and reliable energy, while creating jobs and investment across the region.

As this work progresses, it’s important that local communities have access to clear, consistent and practical information.

To support this, we're holding a series of local information sessions across the region.

Learn more and register for free

Event details

Cost: Free

Format: Drop‑in, light refreshments provided

Registration: Everyone is welcome, and the events are family-friendly. We encourage you to register so we can plan ahead.

Register for free

Locations and times

Tuesday 11 August: 3 pm to 6 pm, Coolah Central School Hall, Coolah
Wednesday 12 August: 4 pm to 7 pm, Club Mudgee, Mudgee
Thursday 13 August: 4 pm to 7 pm, Western Plains Cultural Centre, Dubbo
Friday 14 August: 3 pm to 6 pm, Dunedoo Jubilee Hall, Dunedoo
Saturday 15 August: 9 am to 11 am, Wellington Soldiers Club, Wellington

Request a private meeting

If you need to discuss something confidential or sensitive, you can request a private meeting. Due to venue constraints, private sessions are limited and times will be assigned as available.

To request a meeting, register through Humanitix.

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People talking at an EnergyCo booth at the Wellington Show

We’ll cover the topics that matter most to local communities.

Your property and land
What's being built and why
Looking after land and culture
What's in it for you
Your rights and support
Understanding the planning process

Learn more about what energy projects may mean for landholders and neighbours, including access, compensation and protections in place.

Land access and compensation	Easements Strategic benefit payments Compensation Land valuation Neighbour payment policy
Farming and land use	Agrivoltaics Grazing agreements Coexistence with farming operations
Landholder advice and support	Landholder guide Property-specific questions Mental health support for landowners Neighbour agreements Request a private consultation, register via Humanitix

Learn more about what’s being built and the purpose of projects in the REZ, including other infrastructure upgrades.

Energy transition	NSW Energy and Net Zero Policy Electricity Infrastructure Roadmap overview Renewables transition
Energy infrastructure	Generation projects Electricity distribution Solar, wind and storage projects Grid connections Electricity network Power outages Transmission timeline and construction schedules
Community infrastructure	Worker accommodation Health demands
Roads and transport	Traffic management Road upgrades/safety Port to Renewable Energy Zones road upgrades Oversize and overmass (OSOM) vehicles and loads

Learn more about how the environment is protected and cultural heritage is respected.

Looking after land	NSW Energy and Net Zero Policy Environmental management from policy to planning to delivery Biodiversity Strategic Offset Delivery Agreement Water management
Caring for Country and First Nations participation	Cultural heritage management Native title considerations First Nations participation

Learn more about jobs, business opportunities and community benefits for local communities.

Benefits for communities	Community and Employment Benefit Program Community grants Local investment programs
Opportunities for workers, businesses and suppliers	Community and Employment Benefit Program Employment opportunities Local content targets Supplier opportunities Skills and training pathways
How investment supports locals and services	Rates Local roads Local services

Learn more about your rights, how you can be involved, and where to get help - including independent advice services.

Having your say in planning and approvals	How to have your say Timelines
Raising concerns and resolving issues	How to lodge a complaint Dispute resolution
Your rights and protections	Your legal rights Independent information and advice
Support and advocacy	Community advocacy networks and industry support Mental health support for landowners

Learn more about how projects are independently assessed, the timeline for approvals, post-approval compliance and how to have your say.

Understanding the planning process	Statutory approvals pathway Where renewable energy zone projects sit in the planning process Key stages and timelines
Having your say	NSW Planning Portal Lodging a formal submission When community feedback is invited
Assessment and decision-making	Independent project assessment Role of Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure How submissions are considered
Compliance and monitoring	Post-approval requirements Ongoing compliance monitoring How projects are regulated over time

Get in touch with the Central-West Orana REZ team

Call us

1800 032 101 (9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday)

Email us

[email protected]

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