Every community deserves the power needed to grow and prosper now and for generations to come.
New Energy to Keep
the Lights On
CRISIS POINT
We are reaching a crisis point where communities will need more energy than is available.
Without urgent action to create new energy pathways that connect electricity to the community, families and businesses will face growing energy bills, and less reliable power, which threatens our way of life.
"It's important to have a reliable source of energy because we need to know our fridges are going to work, that our businesses can stay open"
THE PATH FORWARD
By connecting new energy sources to our homes and businesses, we can keep the lights on, and the doors open.
New energy pathways will help make sure people continue to have access to affordable and reliable energy, providing relief to families and helping businesses thrive.
BUILDING STRONGER COMMUNITIES
New energy projects are already creating good permanent jobs, boosting local businesses, and improving the quality of life for communities across the country.
From revitalising regional towns to powering local economies, the benefits are clear.
POWERING OUR COMMUNITIES
Latest News
Remote Goldfields Town Set to Run on 80% Renewables
August 20, 2026
Critical advancements in off-grid power technology are delivering clean, reliable electricity to some of Australia’s most isolated communities. Under a new partnership between Horizon Power and Pacific Energy, the Goldfields town of Menzies will soon transition to a modern hybrid system capable of delivering up to 80% of its total electricity needs from renewable sources.
Vital Grid Upgrades Underway to Secure Regional Power
August 17, 2026
Construction teams have officially broken ground on a major infrastructure development designed to safeguard the electricity backbone of Central Queensland. The comprehensive project involves upgrading essential sections of the 132kV transmission network, a vital regional corridor that distributes power across diverse industrial zones and local communities. By replacing ageing infrastructure with modern, high-capacity components, this timely project represents a critical step forward in fortifying the statewide grid against severe weather and meeting rising electricity demands.
Murchs Corner Battery Project Receives Federal Approval
July 23, 2026
Victoria’s transition toward a more resilient power network has taken a significant stride forward with the federal environmental clearance of the Murchs Corner battery energy storage system.
