Kensington Project Area

Map of the Kensington underground power area

Western Power is currently finalising the detailed design for undergrounding powerlines in the Kensington project area.

This is expected to be completed by May 2024. Following this, a report will be presented to Council to endorse the project and subsequent charges.

The City will provide further updates on this page as the project progresses.

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May 2021
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Underground Power - Collier update

News Update 21 May 2021

Underground power work is underway in the project area known as Collier.

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March 2021
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Underground power one step closer

Media Release 22 March 2021

The State Underground Power Program (SUPP) construction works have started in Collier, the project area bounded by Canning Highway, Ryrie Avenue, Blamey Place and South Terrace.

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January 2021
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Underground Power update

News Update 19 January 2021

Work has commenced to switch from overhead power lines to an underground power supply in Collier, with works in the Manning project area to follow soon.

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September 2020
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City secures additional funding for underground power projects

News Update 23 September 2020

Council have accepted a $2.2 million COVID-19 financial relief package from Western Power to progress underground power projects in Manning and Collier which will substantially reduce the project costs.

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