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

I totally support the Rye Park Wind Farm Project for the following reasons:
*They produce clean non-toxic energy unlike coal which is a fossil fuel extracted from the ground and very toxic.
*Australia has a duty of care and responsibility to help the rest of the world to build wind towers to produce as much clean energy as possible to stop the destruction of our land and environment.
*Countries like USA, Denmark, Spain, India and Germany have constructed many wind power turbines and are making a significant effort in producing clean air.
*Studies in Australia and abroad have shown that wind turbines do not affect people's health and quality of life, audit able noise levels are fine.

I object to the Rye Park Wind Farm on the grounds of significant visual impact which will be greatly evident from my family's property, with turbines only 1.6km from the house.
I have concerns for the impact to the natural landscape that will be caused by traffic movement and land clearing on the range and the subsequent erosion that will be difficult/impossible to contain.
I also do not believe that the wildlife mitigation scenarios planned will stop the death of significant numbers of birds, reptiles, mammals and marsupials during the life of the wind farm.

I am extremely opposed to the Rye Park wind farm!!!!!
I am concerned for my family's health, as they'll be living in very close proximity of the turbines. Also, the value of their properties will be surely negatively affected which is not fair on them at all, if they do not want them near their homes!!!!!

I support the project because it is going to create jobs in the region.
I also believe that wind farms will provide clean energy that will benefit not only the region, but the country as well.

The area has been extensively investigated for ecological anthropology and environmental impact and found to be of non significant impact.
The area during development by pioneering families of the 1830's was change dramatically in every way. This was considered "progress" This was followed during the 1960's by the planting of clover and use of super-phosphate fertilizer which changed both ecology and color of the country side forever.
Both above developments gave considerable benefits to the local inhabitants for many years.
During recent years, we have seen the subdivision of many large farms into housing blocks that has brought visual, social and economic impact to the area, with very little criticism.
The wind farm development is just another change to this wonderful area that will give lasting economic benefit and will be considered as progress.