Spicers Creek Wind Farm

I'm objecting to the size and scale of the project and the cumalitive effect on our local community and farming region. Developers are overseas owned and the project gives very little to the small communities of Dunedoo/ Coolah , Gulgong where the direct impacts are. As far as I can see the regional towns of Dubbo and Mudgee will benefit as they have to date with workers staying in their accom, site offices, spending money and contributing to their local council economies - not evident in Dunedoo ! Yet , 12 major developments are about to surround us!
As far as I can ascertain Dubbo, Mudgee and the East coast of Australia will benefit .
Why are these big private , overseas corporations not powering our towns, hospitals, schools etc It's like the gas line running through our local properties, no small communities could afford to connect and therefore , received no economic benefit from its connection.
Why are regional areas having to bear the brunt of archaic infrastructure that in overseas countries is already reduntant and what happens to the transmission lines, wind towers and ugly solar panels when they expire ? I bet we wont see these companies returning to remove them from our beautiful, highly productive farming landscape.
The other difficulty is the amount of time and energy expended dealing as a volunteer or a farmer directly impacted, time and time again! We often are sitting opposite an employee on a huge wage , with no financial gain as a neighbour or community member who has to remain in an industrial landscape that has been thrust upon them.
Communication is appalling from many of these private developers and to have to repeatately have do so is exhausting and frustrating. We have an ineffectual council that does not have the capacity to engage with a state significant development and are competing with neighbouring councils that do . The failed Cobbora Coal mine and the Three rivers retirement village is a prime example of our councils inability to manage - the outlook for our small communities looks dire.
Farming needs to be supported and not at the expensive of a renewable energy alternative that sends most profits off shore and employs overseas workers to build the projects. I know that no-one wants this in their backyard but since that decision has effectively been it seems taken from us and we dont have the people power , financial or political clout to fight , I implore you to have meaningful conversations with those in the firing line and not the greedy neighbours , developers or urban dwellers who will enjoy the benefits and not endure the pain of this project.

I support the project.

My objection to the project is based on the impact that some of the wind turbines will have on me personally.
I do not object to the proposal as a whole.
I do however object to the visual and noise pollution generated by some turbines that will impact on myself and my agriculture tourism business.
I believe these problems could be resolved via negotiation with the placement of some turbines in locations that will reduce their impact on me.
Regards
Wayne Hattenfels 0428 097077

As a host landhoder I support the Spicers Creek Wind Farm project.

I object to this development on the following basis:
Presently the DPE, EPA and all LGA's do not have a Waste Management Plan for the disposal of wind turbibe components, in particular the toxic blades containing high levels of BPA, an endocrine disrupter acknowledged by WHO. Until this absurd situation is resolved and an environmentally acceptable plan is legislated, I call on the NSW government to initiate a moratorium on the approval of all wind farms.

Destruction of food producing land and our natural landscape.
Limited lifespan of turbines, with no satisfactory method of disposal
Does not create a cheap source of energy, just fills the coffers of foreign billionaires

Power should be generated where it is to be used. Undertaking renewable projects on agricultural land is not only threatening Australia's food and fibre production but ruining rural communities through division. Why must rural and regional Australia suffer to keep the lights on in metropolitan areas when they are not contributing?
It is the cumulative impact of the projects in the Central West that is the most troubling. Where will all the workers be housed during construction? Where will the water for workers and construction come from? How will the roads hold up to all the extra traffic? There are so many more questions without answers.
Will this be another Cobbora Coal debacle?

Inefficient, expensive means of electricity production, filling the coffers of huge, multinational companies.
So called "green energy" is costing the consumer far more as is evident in ongoing, increasing electricity accounts.
Australia is supporting slave labor in China, by supporting the construction of turbines.
Wind and solar are not "green" when their cost and means of construction is not negated over their lifespan.
Turbines have a very short lifespan, in relative terms. approx. 25 years.
As seen in Europe and Qld., no acceptable means of disposing, once turbines are obsolete.
Huge concrete slabs underground, upon which very little vegetation and no trees can grow once turbine is obsolete.
Destruction of valuable, fertile farming land. The world needs food!
I prefer nuclear and water power.
We must learn from the experience of Europeans and not be controlled by the hunger of huge international companies.

I object to the Spicers Creek Wind Farm for reasons outlined in the attached document; THE CWO-REZ - ROBODEBT REVISITED?

With the current shortage of services eg. medical, police in rural towns, with no foreseeable government plans to rectify, the added pressure from construction workers will cripple local communities already suffering from juvenile crime and having an elderly population.
It's difficult enough for regional employers to source workers without the competition from the numerous renewable energy proponents and EnergyCo.
Roads are already in a state of disrepair. The excessive amount of traffic that comes with the construction of this project will likely exacerbate the problem.
Heading into a dry period, and possible drought, water will be a big issue.
Instead of tearing a small rural community apart, why not produce the energy for the greater population where its required?

I would like lodge an obejection to the Spicers creek wind farm due to its location on prime agricultural land that should be used for food and fibre not a half baked energy generator. These generators also are a fire hazard the ability to fight fires without aerial support is a nightmare for local RFS members

I support Spicers Creek Wind Farm. It will provide much needed jobs and infrastructure to the the Dunedoo/Dubbo/Wellington area. It will also supply a large amount of renewable energy to the grid.

Spicers Creek Wind Farm - A Pathway Towards a Greener and Cleaner Environmental Future.

I support Spicers Creek Wind Farm for a greener future. Wind power is clean, renewable, and reduces emissions. By relying less on fossil fuels, we combat climate change. Wind energy ensures cleaner air and water. The project creates jobs, promotes sustainable development, and enhances energy security. Wind farms have a small ecological footprint and preserve nature’s beauty. Let’s invest in sustainability and a brighter, more resilient future. Together, we can combat climate change and preserve our environment for generations to come.

I support this project.

I support this project as it will provide jobs & financial benefits to the region, as well as the overall benefits renewable energy projects are providing for our environment

Please respond to attachment.

We support this project:
As potential host landholders, we have worked with Squadron Energy over the past few years during the development of this project. Squadron's engagement process with us has been outstanding as they have not just informed, but have listened and where possible adapted the project to suit our farm and management requirements.
They have also listened to the community's concerns about the need for better, safer roads and this is reflected in their voluntary planning agreement with Dubbo Regional Council.
We hope the relationships built with the community can continue via a combined discussion group that would include Squadron representatives, local government representatives and community members.
Squadron has worked hard to develop strong relationships with the local community and have financially assisted local not-for-profits with small grants to assist them with ongoing expenses.
The funds this project will potentially provide to us will ensure we can continue to manage our property in a sustainable way with conservative stocking rates and continued establishment of perennial pastures to improve productivity.
The cashflow pressures created from extreme weather events will also be alleviated and we can continue to invest with confidence in our farm into the future.

Shaner, Matthew R., Steven J. Davis, Nathan S. Lewis, and Ken Caldeira. (2018) "Geophysical
constraints on the reliability of solar and wind power in the United States." Energy & Environmental
Science 11, no. 4 (2018): 914-925 (link) (20) “Achieving 99.97% reliability with a system
consisting solely of solar and wind generation... would require a storage capacity equivalent to
several weeks of average demand…Three weeks of storage (227 TW h) [which] results in ~6500
years of the annual Tesla Gigafactory production capacity or a ~900x increase in the pumped
hydro capacity of the U.S.

I am writing to object to the approval of the Spicer's Creek Windfarm Project based on impacts that I have identified within submission that Squadron Energy have failed to identify or address in the EIS report. I do not support this project being approved due to the significant impact it will have on my family and farm business financially.
I thank you for the time you have taken to read and address my concerns within the attached submission.
Sincerely,
Andrew Glencross

I will not support the Spicer's Creek Windfarm Project approval. The EIS report makes untrue statements about Squadron Energy's dealings with myself and my perspective on attempts to assist with mitigating effects of the windfarm on my property.
I request that my submission that I have attached be read thoroughly and considered as serious.
I am also concerned about the community that have signed agreement that are not able to object to this project due to contractual obligations.
Sincerely,
Garry Glencross