South Leppington zone substation
We are building a permanent zone substation at South Leppington and constructing an underground electricity line from that location to the future North Catherine Field zone substation.
Overview
The South Leppington zone substation is located on St Andrews Road, just off Camden Valley Way, in Leppington.
This project involves:
- The installation of a new indoor 132kV/11kV control building with indoor switchgear, as well as an additional new transformer at the South Leppington ZS
- Decommissioning and removal of the existing interim ZS facility including the temporary control building and outdoor switchyard, which is currently located along the south eastern edge of the ZS property
- The installation of a new underground to overhead pole within the future North Catherine Field ZS property (located at 130 Alma Road, Leppington)
- The installation of a new underground electricity transmission line within road reserves (a distance of 3.7km) from the South Leppington ZS to the future North Catherine Field ZS
- The addition of security fencing and lighting
- Landscaping
The need
This upgrade and the associated connection works, are all necessary for providing an adequate and secure, long-term electricity supply to the rapidly developing South West Growth Area. This area includes the East Leppington and Leppington precincts, as well as Willowdale and the adjacent developments of Emerald Hills and Gledswood Hills.
Review of environmental factors
As the determining authority, Endeavour Energy approved this project, following a robust assessment of project criteria, which has ultimately achieved the best balance of financial, technical, community and environmental considerations.
When at the planning stage, the proposed project was subject to a Review of Environmental Factors (REF) approval under Part 5 of the Environmental Planning and Assessment Act, 1979. The REF included comprehensive assessments on noise, visual amenity, flora, fauna, heritage and archaeology, traffic and bushfire risk associated with the proposed works. Endeavour Energy sought community feedback on a draft REF of the proposed project. All comments received were considered/incorporated into the final REF.
Following this process, a Notice of Determination was issued which approved the construction of the zone substation subject to several construction and environmental management criteria that must be met.
Construction commenced in mid-2019.
Community correspondence
Stakeholders and residents will be notified prior to the start of construction.
Provide feedback
For further information, or to make a submission, email consultation@endeavourenergy.com.au
