The Barn Hill Wind Farm and Battery Project is a proposed 360-megawatt (MW) wind farm and 270-MW / 1,080-megawatt hour battery located near Redhill, South Australia. The project will also include a new 275-kilovolt transmission line.
Key Dates
Dec 2025 | Expected Final Investment Decision |
2026 | Expected Construction Commencement |
2028 | Expected Construction Completion |
Procurement
Procuring Agency: | AGL |
PROJECT HISTORY
2009 | AGL acquired the project with development plan consent from the Port Pirie Regional Council and the Wakefield Regional Council already in place. |
2024 | AGL applied for new approvals through the Government of South Australia's Crown Sponsorship process, due to the growth in project scope including larger wind turbines and the potential inclusion of a battery. |
Jan 2025 | The Government of South Australia granted Development Approval for the project, including a wind farm, battery and associated infrastructure. |
Sector
Energy
Procurement approach
Market Led Proposal |
Location
South Australia |
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