Hunter Transmission Project regional reference group
A regional reference group for the HTP held its first meeting on 5 February 2024.
The reference group plays a significant role in facilitating strategic discussions between EnergyCo and the Hunter region community. Early engagement for the HTP continues ahead of an extensive approval pathway during 2024/2025.
The group consists of:
| Name | Organisation | Contact |
|---|---|---|
| Bob Pynsent (independent chair) | Former Cessnock Mayor and Hunter Joint Organisation Chair | |
| Mayor Sue Moore | Singleton City Council | |
| Mayor Daniel Watton (as of October 2024) | Cessnock City Council | |
| Mayor Adam Shultz (as of October 2024) | Lake Macquarie City Council | |
| Samantha Martin-Williams | Regional representative (Business) | |
| Nathan Towney | Regional representative (Aboriginal) | |
| Craig Anderson | Regional representative (Environment) | |
| John Sullivan | Community representative (Singleton) | |
| Prof Phillip O’Neill | Community representative (Cessnock) | |
| Dianne Crosdale | Community representative (Lake Macquarie) |
The reference group will provide a platform for collaborative discussions on crucial aspects of the HTP including the project design, community views, minimising impacts on landowners and the environment, and maximising benefits for the Hunter community.
- December 2024 extraordinary meeting minutes
- November 2024 meeting minutes
- October 2024 extraordinary meeting minutes
- August 2024 meeting minutes
- A message from regional reference group independent chair (July 2024)
- May 2024 meeting minutes
- Apr 2024 meeting minutes
- Feb 2024 meeting minutes
- HTP regional reference group terms of reference
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If you have any questions about the Hunter Transmission Project or would like to provide feedback, please contact us.
Email: [email protected]
Tel: 1800 645 972 (9am to 5pm, Monday to Friday)
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