Construction commences on multi-million dollar upgrade to Central West power supply
TransGrid, the NSW transmission network operator, has announced construction is underway on a high voltage switching station in Orange to secure the region’s
electricity supply.
The new switching station is part of a $57 million investment in Orange’s power grid, to ensure a reliable supply for the Central West and Orange City into the future.
“As demand for power increases steadily in the region, this is a timely and essential investment for the future security of the electricity supplies in the Orange, Cabonne and Blayney areas,” said TransGrid’s Manager of Design and Construct Projects, Mr Steve Jones.
The first stage of works at the existing Orange Substation on William Street is nearing completion with two new high capacity transformers now in service. The new switching station is being built nearby on Leeds Parade as part of a larger
redevelopment project for the region’s power supply.
“Once the redevelopment is completed, the new switching station will provide a more reliable and higher capacity bulk supply to Country Energy’s distribution network, making the project vital in securing the region’s power supply,” said Mr Jones.
Peak summer and winter electricity demand in the Orange region is forecast to increase significantly over the next eight years.
The project is a vital part of the Central West’s electricity network, and TransGrid is making important investments over the next four years to increase the reliability of electricity supply to the 40,000 people in the Orange, Cabonne and Blayney local
government areas.
Interested community members who would like to find out more about the project can contact on 1800 222 537, or visit http://www.transgrid.com.au/orangenorth
