DEVELOPERS of a proposed wind farm near Quambatook have submitted a referral to the Department of Transport and Planning under the Environmental Effects Act.
RES is proposing to develop the Cannie Wind Farm about 25km west of Kerang and 8km north of Quambatook.
The wind farm has the potential for up to 174 turbines and a capacity of 1.3GW, with a connection route to the proposed VNI West transmission line to transmit electricity from the project into the national electricity grid.
In a statement last week, RES said an update had been distributed to neighbours and people within the connection study area to inform them of the progress of the development.
“Following on from recent community information sessions in Quambatook and Lake Boga, RES has submitted a referral to the Department of Transport and Planning under the Environmental Effects Act (1978),” a spokesperson said.
“The referral covers the wind farm development area, as well as a connection study area for the location of a transmission line to connect the wind farm to the proposed VNI West transmission network.”
The spokesperson said the referral could be viewed online at www.planning.vic.gov.au
RES said potential routes and impacts would be discussed with landowners in these connection study areas to determine the most suitable route.
“RES does not have compulsory acquisition powers to secure a powerline easement,” the spokesperson said.
“The Cannie Wind Farm transmission line connection will be located with the agreement of landowners and permission will be sought from landowners prior to any proposed site assessments.”
RES has identified three broad study areas for investigations relating to the powerline route from the wind farm site to a connection point with the proposed VNI West transmission line.
RES said during these investigations it and consultants would conduct studies to determine the most appropriate route that minimised visual, environmental, cultural, social and land use impacts, including environmental constraints mapping and ecological studies, land use investigations such as agricultural practices and cultural heritage assessments, and visual assessments.
The community can make direct contact with the project team at info@cannie-windfarm.com or 1800 118 737.
