Council has received a construction notification from Elecnor Australia regarding upcoming aerial survey work for the EnergyConnect project.
This work will involve aerial surveying and high-resolution photography as part of quality assurance activities on the Western section of the EnergyConnect transmission line.
Location: Along the transmission line alignment between the South Australian border, Buronga and Red Cliffs.
Dates: The work is scheduled to occur from Wednesday 19 November to Sunday 23 November 2025, weather permitting.
Hours of work: Planned aerial surveying activities will occur between 6am and 6.30pm (including travel times). These hours are part of approved out-of-hours construction work to support safety and minimise community disruption.
Impact: Residents may see and hear helicopters flying along the transmission line alignment. Any increase in noise levels will be temporary.
The work will be carried out by delivery partner Raedyne Systems, operating a helicopter from Mildura Airport, Wentworth Aerodrome and Renmark Airport.
