Wide Bay / Burnett

Massive 300MW battery project proposed for Queensland’s Wide Bay region to unlock new supply chain and workforce opportunities for local contractors

A major energy storage development is being advanced in Queensland’s Wide Bay region, opening opportunities for contractors and suppliers as the state accelerates renewable energy integration.

High-voltage link planned in Wide Bay and South Burnett to support pumped hydro storage and renewable growth, with construction set to begin in 2027

A new high-voltage transmission project is advancing in regional Queensland to connect a proposed large-scale pumped hydro scheme to the state’s electricity grid, creating significant opportunities for civil contractors, electrical suppliers, and service providers.

$1.2B dam wall replacement project to restore storage capacity and open supply opportunities in QLD's Wide Bay Burnett enters approval phase

Plans to replace a key dam wall in Queensland’s Burnett region have entered a new phase, with enabling works underway and regulatory approvals progressing for the civil works package at the heart of a water infrastructure upgrade.

Early works underway on $4.4bn dam rebuild in Wide Bay, Qld to support water security, regional growth and create 250+ construction jobs ahead of major works phase

A multi-billion-dollar infrastructure overhaul is now underway in Queensland’s Wide Bay region, promising to secure long-term water supply and boost regional resilience.

Enabling works for $3b dam project in Queensland’s Wide Bay-Burnett region open early supply opportunities for concrete, power, civils and site services

A multi-billion-dollar water infrastructure project in Queensland’s Wide Bay-Burnett region has entered the early works phase, unlocking immediate opportunities for suppliers of concrete batching equipment, civil works, power systems, and temporary site services.

Hybrid solar and battery project proposed for Gympie region set to drive procurement and construction opportunities for major contractors

A proposed 100MW solar farm and 200MW/4–8 hour battery energy storage system (BESS) has entered the EPBC Act referral stage, paving the way for upcoming approvals and procurement.

$1 billion renewable energy project set to transform North Burnett region with solar power and advanced energy storage systems

A $1 billion solar farm and battery storage project in Queensland's North Burnett region offers opportunities for suppliers in construction, energy, and grid integration.

Status and early works procurement revealed for massive $14b pumped hydro project in Wide Bay region

A representative from a publicly owned entity established by the Queensland Government to deliver pumped hydro assets has provided an overview of a massive $14 billion pumped hydro project in the Wide Bay region and its status on funding and procurement.

$14.2bn pumped hydro project reaches major milestone

A clean and renewable energy project claims another step towards construction and adds to Queensland becoming a clean energy superpower.

$330m financing secured for energy park development includes Qld site ready for construction

Projectory details plans for a solar farm energy project in Queensland after securing finance to commence immediate construction.