The interactive map on the project website has been updated to reflect the latest changes to the proposed route and the proposed new terminal station location near Bulgana. You can view the updated map here.
More detailed information about these changes is available in the Updated proposed route (August 2024) fact sheet, on the project website, Resources page.
Terminal station near Bulgana
As part of the project, a new terminal station near the existing Bulgana Terminal Station is required. After working with landholders and undertaking field surveys and investigations in the area, we have now identified a proposed site for the new terminal station, which is to the north-east of the existing Bulgana Terminal Station.
Proposed route
In response to landholder and community feedback, and technical specialist advice, we have made updates at various locations along the proposed route, including changes previously confirmed at Hepburn Lagoon and to the north of Waubra.
After project changes in 2023, including the increase in capacity of the 220kV section of the transmission line to 500kV and relocation of the proposed terminal station from the north of Ballarat to Bulgana, we confirmed the option to the south of Hepburn Lagoon as the proposed route in that area, We also identified a new proposed route to the north of Waubra rather than connecting into the existing Waubra Terminal Station as previously proposed.
About the project
The Western Renewables Link is a proposed electricity transmission line that will carry renewable energy from western Victoria to homes and businesses across the state and into the National Electricity Market.
The project is critical infrastructure required to unlock the renewable energy potential of western Victoria as a key Renewable Energy Zone and will help deliver clean and affordable energy to all Victorians.
Project updates
To register for regular updates about the project, please visit www.westernrenewableslink.com.au. If you have any questions, please call 1800 WRL WRL (975 975) or email info@westernrenewableslink.com.au.