Consultation is now open on the New England Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) Community and Employment Benefit Program.
This program will invest in projects and programs that are intended to deliver legacy outcomes for our region.
EnergyCo is seeking feedback from local communities, councils and First Nations groups on how the program is designed and delivered.
The Minister for Energy recently announced that an initial $60 million will be invested into communities hosting renewable energy and transmission lines so they can share the benefits of this once-in-a-generation opportunity. It will bring new investment, funding and local jobs. Some of these benefits could go to environmental and biodiversity projects if that is what we want to support.
How to get involved
Complete the community survey (click here!)
Communities are encouraged you to share your thoughts on how the program is designed and delivered by completing the Community and Employment Benefit Program survey, open until 18 September 2026. Get involved and Have a Say as the decisions made now will effect our future.
Take part in a community conversation
- UNE Smart Regional Incubator, 122 Faulkner St, Armidale – Monday 24 August, 12 pm – 2 pm and 4 pm – 6 pm
- Uralla Court House, 9 Hill St, Uralla – Tuesday 25 August, 12 pm – 2 pm and 4 pm – 6 pm
- Walcha Vet Supplies, 6 Aberbaldie Rd, Walcha – Wednesday 26 August, 12 pm – 2 pm and 4 pm – 6 pm
- Tamworth Community Event Centre (School room), 3 Darling St, Tamworth – Thursday 27 August, 12pm – 2 pm and 4pm – 6 pm
