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Students from St Johns College in Dubbo visited Squadron Energy’s Uungula Wind Farm to learn about renewable energy and the career pathways in the sector.
The visit was part of the NSW Department of Education’s Regional Industry Education Partnerships (RIEP) program.
Squadron Energy was proudly represented at a hands-on careers event designed to introduce school students in the Central West to a wide range of trade pathways.
As we look back on 2025, we are proud of the progress and milestones we have achieved this year.
Lewis Auto Hire has delivered the first fully electric 4×4 vehicle at Uungula Wind Farm. These vehicles will replace diesel utes. The initiative, working in conjunction with Squadron Energy and Nacap, aims to reduce emissions and promote renewable energy adoption.
Construction is well underway on Uungula Wind Farm, located on Wiradjuri Country. Work has been progressing on the internal access tracks and wind turbine bases.
The St George Illawarra Dragons has run another success Community Blitz in NSW’s Central West. Partnering with Squadron Energy, the club hosted workshops at schools across the region, speaking to students about resilience, health, and wellbeing.
The Cameron Park Wellington parkrun, supported by Squadron Energy’s Uungula Wind Farm, has quickly grown in popularity among the community since its October launch. The free, inclusive event promotes health, wellbeing, and community connection while attracting visitors and boosting the local economy.
The St George Illawarra Dragons are teaming up with Squadron Energy for another Best You Can Be Community Blitz. The club will be visiting schools across NSW’s Central West. The program delivers workshops on health, wellbeing, and positive lifestyle choices, alongside touch footy clinics and community events.
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.
Squadron Energy has celebrated a significant milestone at Uungula Wind Farm, with the first foundation concrete pour completed.
A vital accommodation service for cancer patients in Western NSW has officially expanded. With Macquarie Home Stay unveiling a $7 million extension, backed by generous support from rural communities, donors, sponsors, and local leaders.
Uungula Wind Farm recently opened its gates to a group of curious and enthusiastic year nine students from Delroy High School, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the construction of the 69-turbine wind farm.
Construction is officially underway for a new advanced wastewater treatment facility in Dubbo, with Squadron Energy, Australia’s leading renewable energy
The first shipment of wind turbine components for Uungula Wind Farm has arrived at the Port of Newcastle. Squadron Energy
On Monday 28 July 2025, work will start on the upgrade of the new Goolma Road and Twelve Mile Road
More First Nations community members are now ready to start work on local renewable energy projects after completing an intensive
What work are we doing? Squadron Energy’s Uungula Wind Farm is extending construction hours from Wednesday 18 June 2025 to
Squadron Energy, Australia’s leading renewable energy company, is upgrading a former nursing home in Wellington to provide temporary accommodation for
Twelve Mile Road has returned to its original speed limit of 100km/h following the completion of road upgrades. This updated
Local communities in the Central West now have access to a safer and better road, with the completion of the
Wellington’s rising swimming stars are making waves this season, thanks to the generous support of Squadron Energy. Squadron’s support of
Uungula Wind Farm has provided funding to Wellington High School for an Automated External Defibrillator (AED), which will have a
Squadron Energy partnered with the St George Illawarra Dragons to bring the 2025 Community Blitz program to six local schools
Squadron Energy welcomes today’s announcement by the NSW Minister for Climate Change and Energy, Penny Sharpe that Australia’s first declared Renewable Energy
Construction will now officially commence on Uungula Wind Farm, as we near the completion of the Twelve Mile Road upgrade.
Squadron Energy welcomes progress on the implementation of the Federal Government’s Developer Rating Scheme, which aims to promote best practice engagement among
Squadron Energy, Australia’s leading renewable energy company, has worked with Dubbo Regional Council to secure a site to develop temporary
Squadron Energy’s sponsorship of the Wellington WINS Community Centre (WINSCC) Christmas party in December helped provide presents to local teenagers,
Work is continuing on the Twelve Mile Road upgrade, despite weather and poor ground condition impacts. To reduce delays, we
Curious about wind energy and how wind farms work? Here are the answers to some of our most frequently asked questions at
Since our last update in November, we have been making great progress. Service relocations (underground pipes and cables) for the
It has been a busy year for Squadron Energy. Read about our progress this year in our Year in review.
Squadron Energy’s First Nations Engagement Facilitator, Justin Toomey-White said the collaboration provides an opportunity for the men, to not only
Magpies, which were swooping workers during vegetation clearing at Squadron Energy’s Uungula Wind Farm site, have been rescued and relocated
The next stage of the Uungula Wind Farm road upgrade work is starting on Ilgingery Road, Wuuluman. A key part
Uungula Wind Farm is now five months into construction, with the Twelve Mile Road upgrade well underway. Read more in
Work on Twelve Mile Road currently includes: To protect flora and fauna during this work, we have installed environmental controls.
The visit, which is part of the Dragons’ health and wellbeing program: ‘The Best You Can Be,’ included ball games,
Squadron Energy, Australia’s leading renewable energy company, is inviting businesses local to the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) to
The latest Electricity Statement of Opportunities (ESOO) from AEMO is a welcomed confirmation that renewable energy generation is on track to replace exiting coal
In recognition of this year’s NAIDOC week, we sat down with Squadron Energy’s Justin Toomey-White, who is a proud Wiradjuri
Squadron Energy CEO Rob Wheals said: “The 2024 Integrated System Plan (ISP) reaffirms the comprehensive planning and implementation done to date on
The local community came together on Wednesday 19 June to officially open Squadron Energy’s new office in Wellington NSW, further
Squadron Energy, Australia’s leading renewable energy company, and Dubbo Regional Council plan to deliver water security to the region through
From Wednesday 19 June 2024, Twelve Mile Road causeway around 7km east of Goolma and Twelve Mile roads intersection will
Construction activity on Twelve Mile Road is currently focused on preparation works including the use of heavy machinery, in preparation
Squadron Energy and its main contractors, Nacap and Maas, have started pre-construction activities for Uungula Wind Farm, which is the
Vegetation clearing and pruning has started along Twelve Mile Road in preparation for the widening and re-sheeting of the road,
Squadron Energy understands that there have been concerns publicly expressed regarding the transport of Over Size Over Mass (OSOM) equipment
Are you interested in learning more about investing in renewable energy? DomaCom and Squadron Energy are hosting three online community
From Monday 20 May 2024, Twelve Mile Road will have sections of bitumen removed for road upgrade works. This will mean
The three-day program included school visits and clinics run by NRL and NRLW Dragons players and ambassadors in Goolma, Wellington,
Squadron Energy and DomaCom invite you to attend one of our Community Information Sessions to learn more about the Squadron
A section of Twelve Mile Road will now have a speed limit of 60km/h due to the road upgrade. The
Aimed at Year 10 students from secondary schools within the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone (REZ), the forum showcased the
The Squadron Energy Central West Orana Community Investment Fund will provide residents with the opportunity to invest in Squadron Energy,
Squadron Energy and our contractor, Nacap are about to begin the upgrade of Twelve Mile Road to prepare for the
An exciting preview of the 2024 season, the 2024 NRL Trial match against the Wests Tigers marked the Dragons seventh
Squadron Energy today officially started work on the Uungula Wind Farm, the largest wind farm being built in New South
As we continue on our mission to lead Australia’s clean energy transition, we look back on some of our key
Australia’s leading renewable energy company was a major sponsor for the RWD events to help connect rural and regional women
Wellington Cowboys Senior and Junior Rugby League Football Clubs will continue to play competitively, representing their community, thanks to support
A sponsorship from the Uungula Wind Farm team will help with accommodation and playing gear for the youth teams so
Working in partnership with ARC Wind, Squadron Energy is providing an opportunity for locals to work in the renewable energy
Early field work starts next week to prepare for the construction of Uungula Wind Farm. Work will take place at
We are getting on with the critical delivery of new renewable generation. As confirmed in the latest GenCost report from the CSIRO
Wind energy has come a long way in Australia since operations began at the first commercial wind farm in 1987.
CWP Renewables has joined forces with Squadron Energy to become the Australian leader in renewable energy. CWP Renewables was acquired
Growth has been our theme for 2022. We completed construction on two wind farms, launched two new projects and delivered
Hosting a renewable energy project doesn’t just contribute to cleaner energy. It provides an additional income stream for the host,
Renewable energy developer and operator CWP Renewables is again calling on community groups and charities to apply for support in
As we enter the final quarter of 2022, we also mark National Safe Work Month – with SafeWork Australia this year encouraging
Renewable energy developer and generator, CWP Renewables, is looking to build its Central West workforce with a range of jobs
The transition to renewable energy has well and truly been in the spotlight to date this year. Not only have
Snowy Hydro is again expanding its renewable energy portfolio, signing a contract to purchase power and renewables certificates from a
Central West locals looking to build in-demand work health and safety skills can now benefit from a new partnership between
As a leading renewable energy developer and operator, we have an asset management portfolio of more than 750 MW and
Clean energy developer and operator CWP Renewables (CWPR) has launched its inaugural Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), taking an important step
For the second year in a row, we’ve now had to face the challenges of living with a pandemic. Whilst
Renewable energy developer and operator CWP Renewables is calling on community groups and charities to apply for sponsorship in a
The CWP Renewables team hopes that you are staying safe under the current circumstances. This newsletter provides an update on
Construction of the proposed Uungula Wind Farm near Wellington, in New South Wales’ central west, is one step closer with
Step 1
Project identification and site selection
Identification and site selection is based on an analysis of opportunities and constraints including (but not limited to): distance to the electricity grid, wind resource and population density of the surrounding community. Our team then undertake a number of site visits and consultation with landowners in the area.
Project identification and site selection
Step 2
Project feasibility and community engagement
Site-specific investigations are undertaken to assess the impacts and opportunities of the project and feedback is sought from the local community.
Project feasibility and community engagement
Step 3
Development Application and Environmental Impact Statement
A Development Application is made and an EIS prepared which involves a wide range of studies to address stakeholder feedback received to date and to consider the potential environmental and social impacts of the project.
Development Application and Environmental Impact Statement
Step 4
Public exhibition and submissions report
The EIS is placed on public exhibition through the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure. Interested members of the public are invited to have their say during the exhibition period by way of formal submissions. A Submissions Report is then prepared, which aims to respond to the submissions received.
Public exhibition and submissions report
Step 5
Assessment and development consent
The project documents are assessed by the relevant government authorities. If determined, Development Consent is granted alongside a range of conditions specific to the project.
Assessment and development consent
Step 6
Post approval, contracting and financing
A lead contractor(s) to build the project is appointed and all pre-construction approvals and consents are finalised. During this phase, the lead contractor(s) is provided with a list of local businesses that have registered their interest and capabilities through the project website.
Post approval, contracting and financing
Step 7
Procurement
During this phase our lead contractor(s) seek tenders and engage contractors and suppliers to undertake the scope of the works. Orders are then placed for major components such as the wind turbines.
Procurement
Step 8
Early works and design
Initial site activities commence, such as minor clearing and provision of access roads along with establishing a site construction compound. Off-site detailed design works commences in parallel.
Early works and design
Step 9
Major civil works
During this phase of the construction the bulk of the civil works takes place. This includes the construction of new internal access roads, excavation and construction of the turbine foundations, installation of the internal electrical reticulation system, construction of the high voltage substation and main transmission line network.
Major civil works
Step 10
Wind turbine erection
This is where the visual aspect of the wind farm starts to emerge, with large cranes lifting the tower sections, nacelle, hub and blades into place.
Wind turbine erection
Step 11
Commissioning
In order to export power to the grid, each turbine is required to undergo several performance tests. It is during this stage that you will start to see turbines spinning and ultimately the whole of the wind farm complete.
Commissioning
Step 12
Operations
The project is operating in accordance with relevant approval conditions and management plans. Compliance with conditions of approval and management plans is monitored as required throughout the life of the project.
Operations
Step 13
Decommissioning
The design life of the wind turbines will be at least 30 years. At the end of their useful life, the wind turbines and electrical equipment will be either replaced and the wind farm repowered, or the project will be decommissioned, and the site returned to its original use at the expense of the project.
Decommissioning
We are compiling a register of local accommodation opportunities that are available, or will become available, during the development, construction and operation of the wind farm.
Accommodation could be used for short-term stays, for example when environmental studies are being carried out by consultants during development, and for longer-term stays such as during construction.
Uungula Wind Farm is expected to support up to 250 jobs during construction, as well as 12 ongoing jobs during operations.
The purpose of a community consultative committee (CCC) is to provide a forum for open discussion.
It is a space for us to speak with representatives from the community, the council and other stakeholders about specific matters relating to the wind project.
The CCC follows the NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment’s Community Consultative Committee Guidelines for State Significant Projects. Meeting minutes are provided below.
Uungula’s CCC was re-established in 2018. If you would like to get in touch with your local CCC member, please contact the Independent Chairperson:
Mr Garry West
garrybwest@bigpond.com.
Modification 3 Report (July 2025)
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EPBC Annual Compliance Report 2022
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EPBC Annual Compliance Report 2024
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EPBC Annual Compliance Report 2025
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Independent Environmental Audit 2025
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Meeting 22 - 22 May 2025 - Minutes
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