HumeLink

HumeLink is a new 500kV transmission line which will connect Wagga Wagga, Bannaby and Maragle.

It is one of the state’s largest energy infrastructure projects, with about 365 km of proposed new transmission lines, and new or upgraded infrastructure at four locations.

Why do we need HumeLink?

To meet our future energy demands, Australia needs to transition to a greater mix of low-emission renewable energy sources, such as wind and solar. HumeLink will deliver a more reliable and more sustainable grid by increasing the amount of renewable energy that can be delivered across the national electricity grid, helping to transition Australia to a low carbon future.

Project benefits:

• Reliable power: NSW households will have greater access to reliable and affordable electricity
• Economic growth: HumeLink will unlock the full capacity of the expanded Snowy Hydro Scheme and enable greater sharing of energy across the eastern states.
• Cleaner, sustainable future: HumeLink will enable more renewable energy generation to enter the market, supporting Australia’s emissions reduction targets
• Jobs and opportunities: the project will create more than 1600 construction jobs
• Economic growth: contribute to economic activity in regional NSW, generating major benefits for local communities along the route.

Project objectives

When completed, HumeLink aims to:

• Increase the transfer capacity between southern NSW and major load centres within NSW (Sydney, Newcastle and Wollongong)
• Reinforce stability and reliability of the transmission network
• Facilitate transition of the network to new generation sources

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The HumeLink project will be delivered by two joint venture partners with strong experience in infrastructure projects in regional NSW. The two joint ventures will each deliver a section of the route:

• HumeLink East: Acciona and GenusPlus Group Ltd (JV); and
• HumeLink West: UGL and CPB Contractors (JV).

Early works including detailed design, investigations, procurement and project mobilisation will be completed in mid-2024. The second stage will include the main construction works and commence after all project approvals and the final investment decision is made, which is expected to occur in mid-2024.

We are interested in hearing from sole traders and businesses in the region that could provide a variety of products or services including engineering, design, general trades, administration, and Indigenous and support services. We’re also keen to hear from catering, accommodation, graphic design and printing services.

If you have a local business in the following Local Government Areas and are interested in working on the HumeLink Project, we would love to hear from you- simply complete our online form via the below link:

• Upper Lachlan Shire
• Yass Valley Council
• Snowy Valleys Council
• Cootamundra Gundagai Regional Council
• Wagga Wagga City Council, or
• Goulburn Mulwaree
• Hilltops Council

Local employment and supplier opportunities for HumeLink East and HumeLink West will be made widely available in the coming months.

Register your business

The information collected will be shared with major construction contractors as planning progresses and opportunities arise. The local business register will also be the project teams’ first port of call when we are looking to procure goods and services at various stages of the project.

Please note, registering your interest does not guarantee employment.

• Toll-free phone number: 1800 317 367
• Email: humelink@transgrid.com.au 
• Mail: HumeLink Community Engagement Team, PO BOX A1000, Sydney South NSW 1235

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