Squadron Energy continues to progress the proposed Ballyrogan Wind Farm. Recent work has been focused on refining the proposed layout, ongoing technical studies, and continued
The central idea behind the AEMO’s 2026 Integrated System Plan (ISP) is clear – renewable energy, firmed with storage, connected by transmission and backed up by gas is the least-cost pathway to deliver reliable and affordable electricity.
This is a central message fully endorsed by Squadron Energy. Squadron is committed to progressing its pipeline of wind, storage and firming projects to support this pathway.
A new range hood has been installed at a local Ararat church thanks to the support of Squadron Energy’s Ballyrogan Wind Farm.
It will enable the Ararat Emergency Relief Committee, who run a charity program at the church, to cook more meals for residents in comfort.
A community dinner was held at the Life Links Church on Tuesday to celebrate the kitchen upgrade.
Community groups are encouraged to apply to the Ballyrogan Wind Farm Community Sponsorship Program for funding for projects that deliver practical benefits for locals. The
Welcome to the first Ballyrogan Wind Farm community newsletter for 2026 which provides updates on project progress and upcoming activities for the wider community. Read
As we look back on 2025, we are proud of the progress and milestones we have achieved this year.
Community programs and initiatives backed by Squadron Energy have been featured in the Best Practice Charter Report, highlighting the company’s commitment to community engagement and sustainability. Key initiatives include funding Disaster Relief Australia’s Big Map for emergency planning, delivering a First Nations training program in Wellington, leading research on bat collision risks at wind farms, and partnering with Dubbo Regional Council on an advanced wastewater treatment facility.
This newsletter provides project updates, as well as information in response to key feedback we’ve heard from the community as part of our ongoing engagement.
We announced Ballyrogan Wind Farm project in late June 2025. As part of our planning process we have worked closely with host landowners and the local community to refine the project design and turbine layout, incorporating the valuable feedback we’ve received. Project design takes place over a number of years and is ongoing.
We are thrilled to announce that Rebecca Gilchrist is the recipient of our first Rural Women’s Day Scholarship supported by Squadron Energy. Rebecca, a clinical psychologist, will