North West Transmission Developments

Once in a generation upgrade

The North West Transmission Developments project, being progressed by TasNetworks, is a once in a generation upgrade to the electricity transmission network. The upgrade is needed to support Tasmania’s ambition to become a world-leading renewable energy provider and double clean energy production by 2040.

Australia’s energy sector is changing. The North West Transmission Developments, together with Marinus Link, will support Australia’s transition to a clean energy future. The upgrade will provide much-needed capacity to support new and existing renewable energy developments in the region, enabling Tasmania to use its energy system more efficiently.

TasNetworks has appointed GenusPlus Group (Genus) to deliver the works for Stage 1 of the North West Transmission Developments project. Local contractors and suppliers are invited to attend a ‘Meet the Head Contractor’ event to get a project update from TasNetworks CEO Seán Mc Goldrick, connect with representatives from Genus and hear from key stakeholders and regional representatives including the Industry Capability Network (ICN).

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Lodgement of Permit Application for the North West Transmission Developments

TasNetworks has lodged a Permit Application to the Tasmanian Planning Commission (TPC) for the North West Transmission Developments. This is an important step as it will allow the project to be formally assessed before TasNetworks can proceed to the construction phase.

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The Application is for the alignment between Palmerston and Burnie, Burnie and Hampshire Hills, and a line between Stowport and Heybridge to connect Marinus Link (refer to map).

Project timeline

NWTD transmission corridor

NWTD interactive map

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