It is also relevant to the debate about whether Australia’s AI infrastructure expansion can be supported through renewable energy rather than relying heavily on gas-fired generation.
The Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC) has finalised new technical standards governing large electricity loads connecting to the National Electricity Market (NEM).
Burketown Airport, which saw significant damage from flooding during the 2022–23 disaster season, was closed in April for the major works including a new raised runway pavement, as well as upgrades to airfield lighting, drainage and service roads.