King Rocks Wind Farm

Renewable energy - wind


The electricity system is transforming as we explore renewable energy solutions for a more decarbonised energy future. We’re expanding renewable generation capacity in the South-West Interconnected System (SWIS) with a range of new projects, including the King Rocks Wind Farm.


King Rocks Quick Facts

Location: Eastern Wheatbelt region, WA – 35Km north-east of Hyden

Size: Up to 30 turbines (up to 150MW)

Construction expected to begin: 2025

Operational: 2026

Construction jobs created: Up to 200


About the project

The King Rocks Wind Farm will have the potential to generate up to 150 megawatts of renewable energy from up to 30 turbines installed across the 3,000 hectare site. These turbines will be some of the largest in Western Australia reaching as high as 240 metres at the tip of the blade and 150 metres to the top of the turbine tower. The site was selected due to its proximity to Western Power’s electricity transmission lines, strong overnight wind and access to predominantly cleared, freehold agricultural land which is well suited to a wind farm development.

The project is expected to take approximately two years from the time the construction partner is appointed to operations commencing. Up to 200 jobs will be created during construction of the wind farm and where practicable, the construction partner will seek to engage locally.

Wind turbine infrastructure, including blades up to 90 metres long, will be transported by road from Bunbury Port to the wind farm site. Measures will be put in place to minimise disruption to road traffic. More details will be communicated closer to the date


Construction accommodation

In constructing the wind farm, priority will be given to local employment where possible. In addition to local employment, the project is expected to require up to 200 workers who may need temporary accommodation. Synergy is currently assessing the workforce requirements which will determine the appropriate size of the temporary accommodation facility.

Synergy aims to have minimal impact on housing availability, while ensuring Hyden sees the benefit of the additional activity in the township brought by the wind farm. To support this, a temporary accommodation facility may be built 800m north of the Hyden town centre.


Renewable energy - wind


The electricity system is transforming as we explore renewable energy solutions for a more decarbonised energy future. We’re expanding renewable generation capacity in the South-West Interconnected System (SWIS) with a range of new projects, including the King Rocks Wind Farm.


King Rocks Quick Facts

Location: Eastern Wheatbelt region, WA – 35Km north-east of Hyden

Size: Up to 30 turbines (up to 150MW)

Construction expected to begin: 2025

Operational: 2026

Construction jobs created: Up to 200


About the project

The King Rocks Wind Farm will have the potential to generate up to 150 megawatts of renewable energy from up to 30 turbines installed across the 3,000 hectare site. These turbines will be some of the largest in Western Australia reaching as high as 240 metres at the tip of the blade and 150 metres to the top of the turbine tower. The site was selected due to its proximity to Western Power’s electricity transmission lines, strong overnight wind and access to predominantly cleared, freehold agricultural land which is well suited to a wind farm development.

The project is expected to take approximately two years from the time the construction partner is appointed to operations commencing. Up to 200 jobs will be created during construction of the wind farm and where practicable, the construction partner will seek to engage locally.

Wind turbine infrastructure, including blades up to 90 metres long, will be transported by road from Bunbury Port to the wind farm site. Measures will be put in place to minimise disruption to road traffic. More details will be communicated closer to the date


Construction accommodation

In constructing the wind farm, priority will be given to local employment where possible. In addition to local employment, the project is expected to require up to 200 workers who may need temporary accommodation. Synergy is currently assessing the workforce requirements which will determine the appropriate size of the temporary accommodation facility.

Synergy aims to have minimal impact on housing availability, while ensuring Hyden sees the benefit of the additional activity in the township brought by the wind farm. To support this, a temporary accommodation facility may be built 800m north of the Hyden town centre.


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    King Rocks Wind Farm Community Survey

    Have your say!

    This survey has only 10 questions and will take under 5 minutes to complete.

    Summary

    • Synergy is building a wind farm approximately 35km north-east of Hyden.
    • Temporary construction worker accommodation may be built north of Hyden town centre during the wind farm’s construction.
    • The facility may be home for up to 200 workers.
    • Synergy is seeking your feedback on the potential effects of the accommodation facility on the Hyden community. 


    Introduction

    Synergy is expanding its renewable energy portfolio with a range of new projects. The Shire of Kondinin will play a vital role in Western Australia’s energy transition by hosting the King Rocks Wind Farm. The King Rocks Wind Farm will be approximately 35km north-east of Hyden. 

    In constructing the wind farm, priority will be given to local employment. In addition to any local employment, the project is also expected to require up to 200 workers who may need temporary accommodation. To support this, a temporary accommodation facility may be built 800m north of the Hyden town centre. Synergy is currently assessing the workforce requirements which will determine the appropriate size of the temporary accommodation facility.

    It’s important to Synergy that our project has positive economic and social benefits for Hyden, and we want your opinion of how to best achieve this integration.

    Please complete this short survey to have your say.

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