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Wambo Wind Farm
WAMBO WIND FARM
Overview
Wambo Wind Farm is a 50:50 joint venture between Stanwell and Cubico Sustainable Investments, currently under construction near Jandowae in the Western Downs region of Southern Queensland. Delivered in two stages, the project forms part of Stanwell’s broader commitment to building a geographically and technologically diverse energy portfolio that supports Queensland’s future energy needs.
We acknowledge the Traditional Custodians of the land on which Wambo Wind Farm is being developed – the Western Wakka Wakka and Barunggam Peoples – and pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging.
Wambo Wind Farm website
Technical details
The project includes 83 Vestas wind turbines – 42 in stage one and 41 in stage two – each standing 247 metres tall from base to tip.
Spanning approximately 12,500 hectares of mostly cleared grazing land, the site has been selected to balance energy generation potential with minimal land-use disruption.
Project Timeline
October 2020: Development approval issued
December 2022: Final investment decision reached for Stage 1
April 2023: Stage 1 construction commenced
December 2023: Final investment decision reached for Stage 2
April 2024: 75% of wind turbine foundations complete for Stage 1. Mobilisation begins for Stage 2.
June 2024: Public road upgrades underway for turbine transport
Late 2025: First commercial operations to begin
Turbine foundation pours are a significant construction activity, requiring nearly 50 workers to pour around 1,000 cubic metres of concrete over 14 continuous hours. Watch the video to learn more.
Wambo Wind Farm, along with the associated Powerlink connection works, is supporting up to 400 jobs during construction, with approximately nine ongoing maintenance roles once operational.
COMMUNITY INVESTMENT
Wambo Wind Farm is committed to delivering real, long-term value to the Western Downs region. During construction, the project is providing up to $200,000 each year to support local community groups and organisations.
We focus on initiatives that reflect community priorities and help strengthen the places where we live, work and play.
Learn more about the Wambo Wind Farm Community Benefit FundSTAKEHOLDER AND COMMUNITY ENGAGEMENT
Stanwell is committed to respectful, transparent engagement with local communities and stakeholders. To learn more, contact our stakeholder engagement team.
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