I fully support the Rye Park Wind Project and it is very pleasing this project is progressing to the stage of final development approval.

At present, there is no form of energy that is perfect in any given situation, but renewable energy is the only option to care for our planet. Wind power in this area offers substantial clean energy, yet low impact on agricultural land use and natural resources found here. It is essential that projects such as this go ahead and continue to contribute to the goal of 100% renewable energy powering our needs, because our future depends on reigning in the impact of climate change and environmental destruction wrought by non-renewable energy sources.

I look forward to the economic advantages our region will benefit from this project going ahead. With such an injection of funds into the community, this region can progress to realise its full potential. Existing businesses will be stimulated to grow and new ones establish. The community that is so important to contributing to each residents sense of well-being and belonging, will prosper by being able to offer more opportunities in the way of employment, education, and community services. The economic benefits of this project would be long term and far reaching in this region. This area needs such development opportunities to ensure its future prosperity in a time when there continues to be falling populations, and less opportunities in country regions to attract young people to build their futures in the area.

I am an non involved land owner with a residence within 1.66 KM of the nearest proposed wind power generation appliance. I have resided at this location for 24 years. I am yet to be formally or informally consulted by the current developer Trustpower. I did have one visit from the previous developer, an Epuron Project Manager , Mr Hall at the time who provide superficial information in relation to the proposed development. I asked that he provide the specific modeling data in relation to the cumulative acoustic outputs of wind farm appliances and the data relating to efficiency and cost of generation verses current base load power. I was informed that information was "CiC" and the proposal would be approved whether I liked to or not. As some one who is employed as a Senior Research Scientist within the Commonwealth Government I find it indefensible that analytical data has not either been used or made available so that an informed view of the development can be made.

My Wife and I oppose the Rye Park Wind farm no:SSD6693.
We are concerned about the cumulative affects of so many industrial wind turbines in our region. There are 600 turbines proposed or being built east and west of Rye Park. The Rugby wind farm to the north (now shelved) could go ahead, as its closest turbine is only 970 metres from Rye Parks northern turbine. This would nearly surround Rye Park.
Rye Park is becoming a lifestyle area with many new residents moving into the region, and this proposal is having a devaluing affect on their and our property. I have spoken to two different realtors in Yass both stating that in their opinion there could be a devaluation of up to 60% of land values within 10 kilomtres of wind turbines.When I approached Trust Power about our concern they disbelieved it, stating that they prefer to work on the Vauer General vauations. This is a government base rate on unimproved land value and is much lower than true real estate values.
Another major concern is the threat of Bush fires. The ridges will have turbine access tracks which is great. But most of the range is unaccessable to Fire vehicles meaning that we rely on air support in the event of a fire, and air support is vital. With wind turbines obstructing low altitude aircraft support we have little to no chance of extinguishing a fire.

To Whom it may concern,
I am writing this submission oppossing the Rye Park wind farm no:SSD6693.
I am concerned about the survival of the Wedge Tail Eagle in the Rye Park region.
In Trust Powers biodiversity assessment addendum 4.7
they state only one nest was found and that no turbine would be placed within 500 metres of it , they also estimate the popalation of Eagles to be between four and thirteen for the entire lenght of the project being forty kilometres.This count was arrived at by assuming that the Rye Park site would be the same as another unnamed site near Canberra. For all we know the Canberra site could be affected by urban sprall, lack of forrestation or indeed exccesive forrestation etc. etc. In contrast I have on one occassion counted seventeen feeding in one location, and often seen four or five flying over and around our property which is within four kilometres of the proposed turbines.
The Eagles habit is to soar the air thermals both at high and low altitudes to the east and west for the entire leght of the range. This would make them very susceptable to blade strike whilst hunting or just coming into land. With so many wind farms planned around Rye Park this could put the population of the Wedge Tail Eagle and its habitat in this area in danger. Meaning it could be the last habitat for many kilometres.
Another concern is for the endangered Crimson Spider Orchid.
When surveys were conducted in November no evidence of flowering was found. The Orchid flowers between August and October and often only flowers every second year.
Bearing, only these two cases in mind one has to question the timing, accuracey and complete honesty of these and any other surveys conducted and for this reason this project should be stopped.

*Like solar energy, wind energy is the fastest growing energy source in the world with the United States aiming to produce 20 percent of its electricity by wind power by 2030.
*It is renewable and clean source of energy that doesn't generate any greenhouse gases.
*It is cost effective since wind turbines can give energy to numerous homes.

I support this project because I believe that wind power is a clean renewable energy. It will also bring work opportunities and progress to the region

I oppose the Rye Park wind farm number ssd6693.
Trust Power will clear large areas of native forest and, partially cleared forest as well as disturb native and improved grasslands.
In their report titled Revised Landscape and Visual Impact Assessment, section 5.2, topography and drainage.
They quote the elevation of the wind farm site falls gently from North to South. They don't mention this site is a very narrow North/South ridge line with very steep sloping terrain and valley's, for most of it's length on the eastern and western sides. The sites bedrock is of shale and slate with highly erodable and water soluble soils, making it difficult to stablise once disturbed. In situations like this it is very easy for noxoius weeds to establish and given the rugged landscape it would be impossible to control. The main concern being serrated tussock which is already growing very close to the west of the site. Seed of this tussock is very easily distributed by animals and birds both native and domestic, wind also vehicles of which there will be thousands of movements. Once established on this steep and inaccessable terrain it will soon be infesting neighbouring properties.
The errosion also has high risk of contaminating water run off into Blakney Creek to the east and Pudman to the west threatning the endangered Southern Pygmy Perch which inhabit both creeks and their feeder streams.

Planning Services
NSW Department of Planning & Environment
GPO Box 39
SYDNEY NSW 2001
RE: Rye Park Wind Farm Project Application - Application Number 10-0223
Attention: Executive Director, Resource Assessments & Business Systems.

I object to this project.

I am a Yass resident and I am very worried about the wind farm that is going to be built around our town. My main worry is the damage it will do to the environment, the animals and the birds. Our water will be taken off us. As we get 3 levels of water usage over the summer months not enough will be allowed to water our gardens or do the washing as the river is our only water in our town. It is not fair to the Yass Community to take it for something else that is not necessary to our town or community.
The health issue is also a concern as so many people have told me it's brought on a lot of health problems such as bad headaches and also the noise causes ear problems, earaches and such as well as stress and depression.
We have had no communication from the wind people. I have lived here for over 60 years and like my town as it is so don't let them do it.

Objections:
1) Neither my road (Karoon Lane) nor my house ('Homeleigh') are marked on any of the Trustpower maps.
2) Trustpower has NOT met with me despite stating in the RTS that they had consulted extensively with everyone living within
5 kms of the turbines. MY HOUSE is approximately 3.5 kms from the 12 turbines, all of which will be appallingly visible to me!
3) As stated in my previous submission (which I wish to be taken into account), I have no desire to have my peaceful & pleasant views obliterated by twelve 137 metre high monstrosities, not to mention noise disturbance & health hazards.
4) Concern over the indisputable devaluation of land and property values cannot be overemphasised.
5) Major disturbance to the natural environment is another matter of great concern.

Hi
I put in my submission for the original proposal and this amended proposal is not much different with lesser wind turbines to be installed. I object to the whole project as per my previous submission and do not wish to have any wind turbines erected. Also I have read the public submissions of the residents in the area and an overwhelming majority do not want them. Please listen to us.
Thank You