Offshore wind zone declared off WA

The Minister for Climate Change and Energy has declared an area for offshore wind off the coast of Bunbury, Western Australia. 

The declared area covers 4,000 square kilometres, is 30km from shore at its closest point and confirms where developers can apply for licences. 

The declaration follows consultation with local leaders, industry, fishers, unions, First Nations people and community groups led by the Department of Climate Change and Energy and Water.

The Offshore Infrastructure Registrar will be accepting applications for feasibility licences in the declared Bunbury offshore wind zone from 3 September to 6 November 2024. 

To read the Ministers announcement or for more information visit dcceew.gov.au.