Mini World Cup sponsorship helps provide opportunities for rural kids
The sponsorship supported all players in the Under 8 and Under 10 teams, in addition to providing all Cup players with a backsack. Sapphire Wind Farm Operations Manager David Williamson said he was proud to be supporting a tournament that provides rural kids with opportunities in football that they wouldn’t otherwise have. “Not only does […]
Celebrating National Biodiversity Month
September marks National Biodiversity Month which is a great time to highlight the role we all can play in preserving and protecting Australia’s incredible natural wonders and diverse ecosystems. According to the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water: “Australia is one of a group of only 17 ‘mega-diverse’ countries. These countries cover […]
Port Kembla Energy Terminal only solution to Australia’s looming domestic gas shortage
Squadron Energy’s Port Kembla Energy Terminal (PKET) is the only solution capable of resolving Australia’s looming domestic gas shortage by guaranteeing supply. PKET is Australia’s only gas import terminal nearing completion. The terminal will meet forecast gas supply needs in the coming years, without the need for new gas fields in Australia. Squadron Energy CEO […]
Squadron Energy and Dragons celebrate NAIDOC Week with Wellington students
The visit, which is part of the Dragons’ health and wellbeing program: ‘The Best You Can Be,’ included ball games, breakfast and clinics run by NRL and NRLW Dragons players for local primary school students. Squadron Energy’s First Nations Engagement Facilitator Justin Toomey-White, who captains and coaches the first grade Wellington Cowboys side, said this […]
Clarke Creek Wind Farm scholarship spotlight
In the 2022 Community Benefit Fund round, Jahna Day was awarded a scholarship to pursue a dual Bachelor’s degree in Agricultural Science and Agribusiness at the University of Queensland. Now in her third year of the four-year program, Jahna is dedicated to leveraging her education to make a meaningful impact on her community. Having grown […]
Clarke Creek Wind Farm community newsletter – September 2024
The Clarke Creek Wind Farm team recently worked with a specialist helicopter and crew to connect the electricity power lines for the first group of turbines. Read more in the latest community newsletter.
Riders stop in for an energy top up
The 22nd annual Ride For The Chopper saw 38 riders leave from Glen Innes on 13 September, raising funds for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service. On day three of the ride, riders stopped in at Sapphire Wind Farm to acknowledge the support of Squadron Energy. Sapphire Wind Farm Operations Manager, David Williamson said Squadron Energy […]
Oversize overmass transport update – September 2024
Major work activities are progressing onsite at Clarke Creek Wind Farm and we are now over halfway with our oversize overmass (OSOM) deliveries to the Clarke Creek Wind Farm stage one project site. These movements are continuing and include ongoing transportation of turbine components and ancillary electrical components. The OSOM deliveries take place overnight with […]
Switching the power on at Clarke Creek Wind Farm
Squadron Energy’s Clarke Creek Wind Farm marks another significant milestone this week with first energisation of the wind farm’s main substation and testing taking place onsite. “This marks a crucial step for the project to ensure that our wind turbines and associated electrical systems are ready for safe and reliable operation,” said Clarke Creek Wind […]
Squadron Energy supports young artists in Dunedoo for the second year running
Squadron Energy was proud to once again support Dunedoo Central School’s delivery of their successful Art for Youth program, now in its 10th year. The event was held on Friday 21 June, prior to the opening night of the Art Unlimited, one of regional Australia’s leading art competitions. This year’s focus was on sustainability and recycling, to […]