Overview
Powerlink’s Kamerunga Substation and the transmission line between the Kamerunga and Woree substations are critical components of the transmission network that supplies power to northern Cairns.
Both the substation and transmission line are now nearing the end of their technical service life and must be replaced to ensure a safe, secure and reliable electricity supply into the future.
Status
Due to various constraints in the area, Powerlink has identified this project requires both an overhead and underground infrastructure solution. The replacement segments are:
- a replacement overhead line between Kamerunga to Redlynch
- an underground transmission cable, situated in a new corridor, between Redlynch to Woree to replace the current overhead transmission line.
- a new substation in Barron to replace the existing Kamerunga Substation.
Through detailed desktop and field investigations, Powerlink has developed a recommended corridor for further investigation and refinement.
Get involved
Visit our community hub to find out more information about the project including:
- background information
- status of planning approvals
- upcoming works along the corridor
- reports, newsletters and community notices
- frequently asked questions
- project timeline
- how to contact the project team