Powerlink takes our environmental responsibilities seriously and we are committed to managing potential environmental impacts resulting from our proposed activities for this project.

In November 2024, Powerlink referred the project to the Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water (DCCEEW) for assessment under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation Act 1999 (the EPBC Act).

DCCEEW has reviewed Powerlink’s referral documentation and public submissions made during initial consultation in January 2025, and has classified the project as a ‘Controlled Action’.

This means the project requires Commonwealth approval under the EPBC Act, in addition to Queensland Government approvals, which are progressing separately.

Powerlink will now prepare a Public Environment Report, which will be made available for public consultation later this year. This process is managed by DCCEEW.