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Noosa Biosphere wins concession on powerlines
The selected route of the proposed powerline upgrade from Sunrise
Hills to Peregian will minimise environmental damage to the Noosa
biosphere reserve.
Following consultations with Noosa Biosphere and Energex’s own
investigations the proposed upgrade will utilise the existing
corridors and minimise vegetation loss.
Initial suggestions that a new corridor could be required were
not met with support from the Noosa Biosphere Board.
Board Chair Dr Susan Davis said, "We were pleased that Energex
chose to discuss the issue with the board, and that they were
prepared to consider alternative suggestions".
“The board welcomed the approach by Energex at an early stage,
and it demonstrates how effective early consultations can be”,
said Dr Davis.
Noosa Biosphere is further advised that the project is currently
entering the detailed design phase, which is expected to take
between 12 to 18 months. During the design phase, Energex will be
able to identify the width of the corridor, design issues and
relevant vegetation assessments and planning approvals
required.
“They also plan to continue consultation with Noosa Biosphere on
the project as it progresses,” continued Dr Davis
Former Noosa Biosphere Chair Mr Michael Donovan said, “Dealing
with Energex was completely different to Powerlink. The
latter had to be argued into submission by going to their board
then the Minister. In comparison Energex engaged directly
with the governance board, sought advice and consulted
well. We understood each other’s needs and the outcome
should be regarded as a prime example of what can be achieved
through sensible consultation, sensitivity to conservation
principles and commonsense.”
Noosa Biosphere looks forward to working with Energex on the new
phase to bring this essential upgrade to a balanced conclusion.
For more information on the Noosa Biosphere go to
www.noosabiosphere.org.au
24 January 2012
Noosa Biosphere wins concession on powerlines
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