We're coordinating multiple projects in the Hunter and Central Coast regions
The Hunter and Central Coast are at the heart of our work to deliver clean, reliable and affordable energy for NSW as our coal-fired power plants retire.
Learn more about the projects we're delivering in these regions.
Newcastle Logistics Precinct Environmental Impact Statement on public exhibition until 26 August 2026
The environmental impact statement (EIS) for the Newcastle Logistics Precinct is on now public exhibition in the NSW Major Projects Planning Portal until Wednesday 26 August 2026.
The EIS explains how the project could affect the local environment, communities and land during construction and into the future.
It also contains a range of mitigation measures designed to avoid, minimise and/or mitigate potential impacts to the surrounding environment and local communities during construction and operation of the project.
Community information sessions
These sessions have now been held. If you would to talk to the team about the EIS, please email nlp@energyco.nsw.gov.au
- Thursday 6 August – Rydges Hotel Dobell Room
- Cnr Wharf Road and Merewether Street, Newcastle, 5 pm to 7 pm
- Friday 7 August – Stockton Bowling Club
- 122 Mitchell Street, Stockton, 5 pm to 7 pm
- Saturday 8 August – Carrington Community Centre
- 1A Hargrave St, Carrington, 10 am to 12 pm
Environmental impact statement resources
Planning and delivery
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Planning
This project is currently in the planning stage. The environmental impact statement for the project is now display until 26 August 2026. The scoping report was lodged in March 2025.
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Construction
We expect construction for the project to begin in 2027.
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Operation
Initial operations are expected to start in 2028.
Location and maps
Recent news
Released by: Minister for Energy and Climate Change, Minister for Roads
Related projects
The Port to Renewable Energy Zones program involves working with Transport for NSW to deliver key road upgrades so equipment like wind turbines can move safely.
The Newcastle Logistics Precinct will support the transport of equipment like wind turbine blades to the Central-West Orana Renewable Energy Zone.
The Newcastle Logistics Precinct sits within the boundary of the Hunter-Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone.
Get in touch with the Newcastle Logistics Precinct team
1800 849 794 (9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday)
Get in touch with EnergyCo
Call 1800 849 794 (9 am to 5 pm, Monday to Friday).
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