New England Renewable Energy Zone Community and Employment Benefit Program

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Have your say on the New England Renewable Energy Zone Community and Employment Benefit Program

Consultation is now open on the New England Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) Community and Employment Benefit Program.

This program will invest in projects and programs that deliver legacy outcomes for the region.

We’re seeking feedback from local communities, councils and First Nations groups on how the program is designed and delivered.

The Minister for Energy recently announced that an initial $60 million will be invested into communities hosting renewable energy and transmission lines so they can share the benefits of this once-in-a-generation opportunity. It will bring new investment, funding and local jobs.

How to get involved

Complete the community survey

We encourage you to share your thoughts on how the program is designed and delivered by completing the Community and Employment Benefit Program survey, open until 18 September 2026.

Complete the survey

Watch a webinar recording

We held an online briefing about the program on Monday 3 August 2026.

Watch the recording

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Receive updates about the program.

Take part in a community conversation

UNE Smart Regional Incubator, 122 Faulkner St, Armidale – Monday 24 August, 12 pm – 2 pm and 4 pm – 6 pm
Uralla Court House, 9 Hill St, Uralla – Tuesday 25 August, 12 pm – 2 pm and 4 pm – 6 pm
Walcha Vet Supplies, 6 Aberbaldie Rd, Walcha – Wednesday 26 August, 12 pm – 2 pm and 4 pm – 6 pm
Tamworth Community Event Centre (School room), 3 Darling St, Tamworth – Thursday 27 August, 12pm – 2 pm and 4pm – 6 pm

Visit a REZ mobile office

Walcha Shire Council Chambers, 2 Hamilton Street, Walcha – Monday 27 July, 12 pm – 4.30 pm
Uralla Court House, 9 Hill Street, Uralla – Wednesday 29 July, 10 am – 1pm and 2 pm – 5 pm
Invergowrie General Store, 171 Invergowrie Road, Invergowrie – Tuesday 1 September, 4 pm – 7.30 pm
Tamworth Community Event Centre, 3 Darling Street, Tamworth – Wednesday 2 September, 10 am – 1pm and 2 pm – 5 pm
Upper Hunter Council, 135 Liverpool Street, Scone – Tuesday 15 September, 9 am – 12 pm and 1 pm to 4 pm
Muswellbrook Library, 126 Bridge Street, Muswellbrook – Wednesday 16 September, 10.30 am – 1 pm and 2 pm – 5 pm