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The Western Victoria Transmission Network Project proposes the development of a new transmission line starting at Bulgana, near Stawell in Victoria’s west, and covering approximately 190km to the north-western Melbourne suburb of Sydenham.

The Western Victoria Transmission Network Project (WVTNP) is critical infrastructure required to unlock the renewable energy potential of western Victoria as a key Renewable Energy Zone and will help to deliver clean and affordable energy to Victorians. The project will also drive economic growth and bring new job opportunities to the region.

The project will include:

  • a new terminal station to the north of Ballarat
  • new 220 kilovolt (kV) double circuit overhead transmission lines from the new terminal station to Bulgana (via Waubra)
  • new 500kV double circuit overhead transmission lines from Sydenham to the new terminal station
  • several minor upgrades, including to existing electricity infrastructure.

The project is being delivered by AusNet Services, through its commercial division Mondo. In December 2019, Mondo was appointed by the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) after a competitive tender. Mondo’s role is to plan, develop, design, conduct community engagement, construct, own and operate the project.

The project will need assessment and approval from state and federal governments. As part of the assessment and approval process, we will undertake detailed environmental, heritage and social investigations and we want your involvement along the way.

An Area of Interest (AoI) was identified in early 2020 based on a range of technical investigations on the land between Bulgana and Sydenham. Following consideration of community consultation and feedback, along with early investigations, AusNet Services has now narrowed down the AoI to corridors. These corridors will be considered, along with the output of further community consultation, to identify to a single corridor and refine a final route.

Please read this fact sheet which includes detailed information about the corridors:

https://www.westvictnp.com.au/62122/widgets/312640/documents/194685

Visit the Get Involved page to have your say and Register for regular updates on the project.

The Western Victoria Transmission Network Project proposes the development of a new transmission line starting at Bulgana, near Stawell in Victoria’s west, and covering approximately 190km to the north-western Melbourne suburb of Sydenham.

The Western Victoria Transmission Network Project (WVTNP) is critical infrastructure required to unlock the renewable energy potential of western Victoria as a key Renewable Energy Zone and will help to deliver clean and affordable energy to Victorians. The project will also drive economic growth and bring new job opportunities to the region.

The project will include:

  • a new terminal station to the north of Ballarat
  • new 220 kilovolt (kV) double circuit overhead transmission lines from the new terminal station to Bulgana (via Waubra)
  • new 500kV double circuit overhead transmission lines from Sydenham to the new terminal station
  • several minor upgrades, including to existing electricity infrastructure.

The project is being delivered by AusNet Services, through its commercial division Mondo. In December 2019, Mondo was appointed by the Australian Energy Market Operator (AEMO) after a competitive tender. Mondo’s role is to plan, develop, design, conduct community engagement, construct, own and operate the project.

The project will need assessment and approval from state and federal governments. As part of the assessment and approval process, we will undertake detailed environmental, heritage and social investigations and we want your involvement along the way.

An Area of Interest (AoI) was identified in early 2020 based on a range of technical investigations on the land between Bulgana and Sydenham. Following consideration of community consultation and feedback, along with early investigations, AusNet Services has now narrowed down the AoI to corridors. These corridors will be considered, along with the output of further community consultation, to identify to a single corridor and refine a final route.

Please read this fact sheet which includes detailed information about the corridors:

https://www.westvictnp.com.au/62122/widgets/312640/documents/194685

Visit the Get Involved page to have your say and Register for regular updates on the project.

  • Why is this project needed?

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    20 Feb 2020

    Western Victoria is emerging as important renewable energy generation region, however, the energy that can be created through these proposed projects is not supported by the existing transmission infrastructure.

    The existing transmission network in western Victoria is reaching capacity. This means only limited power can be transported out of the region into the wider network, impacting electricity prices over the long-term.

    The current network needs upgrading to more efficiently share this new renewable energy with all Victorians. Our project will add a new link to the network making this possible.


    This project could provide opportunities for future energy resources in western Victoria to connect to the network, creating a more flexible and reliable system and helping to deliver more renewable energy to Victorians.

    A more flexible electricity network will also help improve the reliability of energy supply.

  • About AusNet Services and Mondo

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    20 Feb 2020
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    AusNet Services is the largest diversified energy network business in Victoria, owning and operating three regulated networks - electricity distribution, gas distribution and the state-wide electricity transmission network. Headquartered in Melbourne, AusNet Services employs around 1,900 people to service 1.4 million customers. For more information visit AusNet Services’ website, ausnetservices.com.au.

    Mondo is AusNet Services’ commercial business, responsible for enabling Australia’s energy future through the provision of a range of infrastructure, utility and community energy services. For more information visit Mondo’s website, mondo.com.au.