South West Renewable Energy Zone Community and Employment Benefit Program

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Thank you for your feedback on the South West Renewable Energy Zone Community and Employment Benefit Program

The South West Renewable Energy Zone (REZ) Community and Employment Benefit Program will invest in projects and programs that deliver legacy outcomes for the region.

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.

During the community consultation process, we spoke with local communities, councils and First Nations groups and other local stakeholders. The insights gathered through our consultation will help inform what type of benefits are funded and how the program is delivered.

Consultation concluded on 18 September 2026 and a Consultation Feedback Report will be made available shortly.

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28 Sep 2026

$11 million to help social housing tenants access cheaper, cleaner energy in the Illawarra

Released by: Ministers for Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Heritage; Health, Regional Health, the Illawarra and the South Coast; Planning and Public Spaces; and Water, Housing, Homelessness, Mental Health and Youth.