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Emergency crews from Transgrid were on site near Tamworth recently to repair a damaged section of the Queensland NSW Interconnector (QNI) caused by a storm. Our experienced teams worked across tough terrain in challenging conditions to complete the repairs.

Transgrid has partnered with drone technology provider Infravision to develop a safer methodology for stringing the 992 transmission line in Burrinjuck Gorge, near Yass. This follows a recent Transgrid decision to explore a safer alternative to using helicopters for works taking place in close proximity to power lines.

The NSW Government has today announced that TransGrid’s Powering Sydney’s Future project is among the first major infrastructure projects to be assessed for its fast track process.

TransGrid recognises the efforts of our crews and volunteers during the recent bushfires, which caused significant damage to our network in southern NSW.

Since the first confirmed coronavirus cases were reported in Australia and NSW, TransGrid has prepared for the spread of COVID-19 across the community. The health and safety of our people, customers and the community and maintaining the continuity of the supply of electricity to NSW and the ACT continue to be our highest priorities during this challenging time.

Project EnergyConnect achieves important milestone