by Libby Nuttall | Aug 25, 2026 | FAQs, Transmission
The base of a 330 KV monopole, as proposed in WestWind’s WiRES project is 1.5 m wide, a much smaller footprint than that of a traditional lattice tower. The poles are approximately 300-350 m apart, with an easement of 60 m. Learn...
by Libby Nuttall | Aug 25, 2026 | FAQs, Transmission
Farming and transmission has worked in harmony for decades and won’t impact most agricultural operations. For the proposed WiRES project, which plans to use 330 KV monopoles, the design will allow machinery up to 5 metres tall to pass under the lines without any...
by Libby Nuttall | Aug 25, 2026 | FAQs, Transmission
The project’s visual impact is assessed throughout the development process, and adjustments are made to the layout as required. During the design phase, structures are positioned on the layout to minimise their visual impact from the road as well as landholder and...
by Libby Nuttall | Aug 25, 2026 | FAQs, Transmission
Electric and magnetic fields (EMF) occur naturally and are all around us, created by things like lightning and the sun’s ultraviolet rays as well as many household items. Residents in metropolitan regions live with high voltage powerlines within proximity of their...
by Libby Nuttall | Aug 25, 2026 | FAQs, Transmission
In general, overhead lines are inspected once a year via air or land. Easements must be kept clear of vegetation that would pose a risk to the transmission lines. This clearing often also acts as a firebreak. Easements are more common than many people realise and are...
by Libby Nuttall | Aug 25, 2026 | FAQs, Transmission
WestWind has undertaken extensive early engineering studies to understand the facts around underground construction. Our studies have shown that this approach could cost 5-10 times more than overhead transmission (subject to ecological and engineering investigations)....
