Overview
Powerlink owns and operates 2.7km of 275kV underground high voltage transmission cables that run between the Bayview Heights and White Rock transition stations in Cairns.
Installed in 1997, the 2.7km of underground cables are critical to maintaining a reliable, secure and safe power supply for residents and businesses in Cairns and the Far North Queensland region.
Powerlink maintains an easement along the length of the underground cables so we can safely operate and maintain the transmission cables.
Since the underground cables were installed, there has been significant development in the Mount Sheridan area, including the residential Forest Gardens Estate. Over time, vegetation has grown around the underground cables and easement.
Status
Essential works to ensure the continued secure supply of power to the Cairns region have been delivered along sections of the underground cable and easement located in Mount Sheridan’s Forest Gardens Estate and include:
- vegetation management along the easement, including selected tree removal of approximately 385 trees identified as being a high or future risk to the underground cables
- easement restoration, including replanting with compatible vegetation
- refurbishment works at two cable joint bay sites located near Alpinia Terrace and Amazon Close.
We recognise the project’s proximity to homes in the Forest Gardens Estate and Crowley Creek walking path and thank residents and the community for the patience and cooperation during delivery of these essential works.
Learn more
Visit our community hub to find out more information about the project including:
- upcoming works in Forest Gardens Estate
- vegetation management activities
- easement restoration works
- community feedback
- frequently asked questions
- project timeline
- how to contact the project team
Details
Far North
Transmission Lines
Easement
Extended Maintenance
In Progress
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