Renewable energy brings science lessons to life for Year 9 students at Crudine Ridge Wind Farm
Students from St Matthews Catholic High School in Mudgee have made a special visit to Crudine Ridge Wind Farm to learn about renewable power in New South Wales’s Central West. The wind farm hosted 120 students from the Year 9 science class on Tuesday morning. St Matthews Catholic High School organised the excursion in conjunction with Squadron Energy to give students an insight into how wind farms operate. Students and staff received a […]
Moreton Hill Wind Farm community newsletter – March 2026
Since our last newsletter in December, we have been finalising the planning permit application. This has included ongoing work with Wadawurrung Traditional Owners Aboriginal Corporation to progress the Cultural Heritage Management Plan.
Port Kembla Energy Terminal ready to support reliable, flexible gas supply
For attribution to Squadron Energy CEO Rob Wheals The escalation of conflict in Iran has tightened global fuel supply, underscoring the importance of reliable, dispatchable gas capacity at home. The Australian Energy Market Operator’s 2026 Gas Statement of Opportunities (GSOO) reinforces this reality. As coal reliability declines, volatility across the National Electricity Market is increasing. Our system […]
Squadron backs recommendations to restore trust in renewables debate
As Australia’s leading renewable energy provider, Squadron Energy sees what works in supporting regional communities to engage with the development of renewable projects. Constructive conversations are key – local voices, local context and trusted information matter most. This is why we welcome the Senate Select Committee’s recommendations in The Integrity Gap: Restoring Trust in the Climate and Energy Debate report including: […]
Murra Warra Wind Farm celebrates sixth year of giving back to the community
Victoria’s Wimmera region has benefited from a $417,000 investment in local community programs by Murra Warra Wind Farm, over the past five years. The wind farm is this week celebrating the sixth year of sharing benefits of the energy transition with locals with Squadron Energy Murra Warra Wind Farm Site Operations Manager Chris Gulvin visiting some of the projects funded, including: Mr Gulvin said he was proud to witness first-hand the impact of funding community initiatives developed by locals for locals. “What I’ve seen this week is real, on-the-ground outcomes—upgraded facilities, better […]
Doors open at revamped Bellhaven facility for Uungula Wind Farm workers
Bellhaven, the former aged care facility, has opened its doors to workers working on Squadron Energy’s Uungula Wind Farm.
Squadron Energy has the facility turned into a temporary workers accommodation following an extensive refurbishment by local First Nations contractors.
Intersection upgrade improves safety for motorists and progresses Uungula Wind Farm
The upgrade to the Goolma Road and Twelve Mile Road intersection has been completed, creating a widened and improved intersection for communities in the Central West.
Squadron Energy upgraded the intersection as part of work for Uungula Wind Farm.
Wind safety training opportunity opens pathway to jobs at Uungula Wind Farm for locals with trade skills
Aurora Wind, in partnership with Squadron Energy, is calling for expressions of interest for a Global Wind Organisation (GWO) Basic Safety Training program.
Central West-Orana residents with a trade background are encouraged to apply.
The course is designed to prepare participants for work in the wind industry.
Sapphire Wind Farm team warmly welcomes ALGWA to site
Ten members of the Australian Local Government Women’s Association (ALGWA) have made a rare site visit to Squadron Energy’s Sapphire Wind Farm.
The ALGWA, an organisation that advocates for women in local government, were able to see how wind farms operate up close.
The ten members were mayors and councillors across NSW.
First transmission lines strung at Uungula Wind Farm
A helicopter took to the Central West sky to start stringing transmission lines at Squadron Energy’s Uungula Wind Farm last month.
Transmission line will be attached to 28 towers over the coming months to connect the wind farm into the electricity grid.