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.

News Listings

December 2011
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Salter Point Underground Power Project

Media Release 2 December 2011

The City along with Western Power and the Office of Energy today signed an agreement for the commencement of the State Underground Power Project for Round 5 in Salter Point.

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June 2011
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Underground Power

Media Response 15 June 2011

Media enquiry regarding underground power and the removal of overhead powerlines.

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December 2010
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Underground Power for Salter Point

Media Response 23 December 2010

Media enquiry regarding Salter Point will be receiving underground power as part of Round Five of the State Underground Power Program.

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September 2009
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Underground Power Project Completion - Como

Media Release 2 September 2009

The City together with Western Power this morning announced the completion of the Underground Power Project (UPP) in east Como.

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