Learn about local funding, works and support

We work with communities, councils, government agencies and delivery partners to understand local impacts and opportunities in the REZ.

Binnaway Show - Central-West Orana REZ

Community grants and services

Find information about benefits, support programs and opportunities available to local communities, businesses and landholders.

Central-West Orana REZ Transmission Project - construction

Transmission project construction updates

ACEREZ is responsible for delivering the transmission project. Visit the ACEREZ website for construction updates, community notifications, events and enquiries.

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Transport and roads

Find information about road upgrades, traffic impacts, heavy vehicle movements and transport planning associated with REZ development.

Wind turbines with sheep and kangaroo
Central-West Orana REZ Transmission Project - construction

Planning and environmental approvals

Find information about project assessments, approvals and regulatory requirements.

Waterway near Buronga - South West REZ

Regional impacts and support

Learn about how we're addressing housing and water considerations.

Upcoming events

Our team regularly attends most of the major events in the region. 

Sign up for our newsletter or visit the ACEREZ website to hear about upcoming events.

Latest news

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Making waves at Dunedoo Amateur Swim Club

Thanks to funding through the EnergyCo’s Central-West Orana REZ Community and Employment Benefit Program (the program), the club has been able to purchase essential equipment like lane ropes and training gear, making every training session safer and more effective.

Aerial photo of the Binnaway Show

​​Binnaway Show project funded by renewable energy complete​​ ​

A new wheelchair-accessible toilet and shower block at the Binnaway Showground is now open thanks to a NSW Government renewable energy grant.

Recent announcements

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Central West Orana REZ
Media release
Community benefits
Biodiversity
03 Sep 2026
Central West Orana REZ
Media release
Community benefits
21 Aug 2026

Released by: Minister for Energy and Climate Change, Minister for Skills, TAFE and Tertiary Education

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Central West Orana REZ
Media release
Community benefits
12 Aug 2026

Released by: Minister for Energy, Minister for Agriculture and Regional New South Wales

Location and maps

PLACEHOLDER - Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone map - boundary, transmission, projects

Get in touch with the Central-West Orana REZ team

Call us

1800 032 101 (9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday)

Email us

cwo@energyco.nsw.gov.au (monitored 9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday)

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