Aerial and land surveys outlined in our January notice are ongoing. Once these are complete, we'll finalise the geotechnical investigations and core drilling activities to assess ground conditions and water levels.

What’s involved

• small drilling equipment to collect ground and water samples

• personnel on site carrying out simple ground tests

Where

Works will follow the route alignment from Northern Terminal in Malaga to Neerabup Terminal in Pinjar.

When

These works will be ongoing, occurring Monday to Friday, between 7:00am and 5:00pm.

What to expect

All works follow approved noise management plans. You may notice:

• light equipment being used, including survey tools and augers.

• minor noise and occasional vehicle movements during the works.
  

Need more information?

• Stay informed: Work notices and updates will be posted on the project website. The web address and QR code can be found at the bottom of this letter.

• General queries: Genus Clean Energy Link North Community Engagement Team on 1300 683 109 or celn.enquiries@genus.com.au

• Project details or to register for updates: simply scan the QR code or visit: westernpower.com.au/cleanenergylinknorth

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Western Power has submitted plans for Northern terminal – Neerabup Terminal renewable energy transmission line for environmental approval following community consultation.

The referral to the Department of Climate Change, Energy, Environment and Water (DCCEEW) and the Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) for environmental approval under a bilateral assessment is an important step towards a cleaner energy future for all.

A key part of the referral process is public comment and input and we encourage the community to have their say as we work collectively towards achieving WA’s decarbonisation goals.

An assessment decision on the environmental referral is expected to be delivered late-2025 with proposed construction expected to begin shortly after. Community will be kept updated through the process.

Regulatory process:

Federal and State government regulations require all major infrastructure projects, to undergo a robust environmental impact assessment before considering approval of them.

The Commonwealth Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (EPBC Act) and State Environmental Protect Act 1986 (EP Act) form the key statutory framework for environmental assessment and approval in Western Australia.

These Acts, combined, provide robust processes for the conservation and protection of the environment, threatened animals, plants and habitats, Commonwealth Heritage places and World Heritage properties for the benefit of our community and future generations of Western Australians.

For more information on the approval process and steps visit Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW).

Approval process:

On 21 February 2024 the proposed Northern Terminal to Neerabup Terminal project was referred to the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) for State and Commonwealth environmental approval under a bilateral agreement assessment.

A flora, fauna and vegetation survey of the proposed corridor was conducted in Spring 2022 as part of our preparation for this.

What happens next?

The EPA and DCCEEW has validated the referral and set the level of assessment. The level of assessment set by the EPA was Referral Information with additional information (required by s. 40(2)(a)) with public review (s. 40(5)). DCCEEW determined the proposal was a Controlled Action

The full assessment process can take up to 24 months to complete and is subject to an independent public consultation process which may include several periods of public comment.

We encourage the community to have their say as we collectively work towards achieving WA’s decarbonisation goals.

Environmental Review – Public Comment Period

Western Power has prepared an Environmental Review Document in accordance with Environmental Protection Authority (EPA) procedures, and it is now released for public review at Northern Terminal to Neerabup Terminal 330kV Transmission Line | EPA Western Australia. This document describes the proposal, the likely environmental impacts, and proposed management measures.

We invite you to have your say by submitting comments or queries by 22nd December 2025 via the EPA https://consultation.epa.wa.gov.au. If you have any questions on how to make a submission, please contact EPA Services, Department of Water and Environmental Regulation, on 6364 7000.

Aboriginal Heritage Approval

Regulatory process

Aboriginal culture is the oldest living culture in the world, requiring recognition, protection, preservation, and management.

The Aboriginal Heritage Act 1972 (the 1972 Act) is the legislation that manages Aboriginal heritage in Western Australia and the laws require different types of approval for activities that may impact or harm Aboriginal heritage, ranging from significant to minor impacts and harm.

Cultural Heritage Assessment

Western Power has undertaken an assessment of the areas in this proposed project where it is likely that Aboriginal heritage will be impacted. On-ground field assessment and engagement with relevant traditional knowledge holders has provided detail regarding Aboriginal sites or objects on the land may be harmed by the proposed land use and provide avoidance and mitigation advice to meet our responsibilities under the 1972 Act.

We will seek approval and obtain a Section 18 consent before progressing any work in the identified areas.