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Media releases

23 April 2018
My culture, my story, my Hydro

A special exhibition for the Tasmanian Heritage Festival is coming to Hobart, Launceston and Waddamana.

10 April 2018
Energy situation secure

The extended Basslink outage lasting up to 31 May is not ideal, but doesn’t meaningfully affect Tasmania’s energy security.

16 March 2018
Boosting Tasmania’s recreational facilities

Lake Barrington’s Kentish Park boating facility is now safer for users. The boat ramps and pontoons have been upgraded by four agencies, including Hydro Tasmania.

13 March 2018
Entura develops Pumped Hydro Atlas of Australia

Hydro Tasmania has engaged Entura to develop a practical atlas of pumped hydro energy storage opportunities in Australia.

8 February 2018
Shining a light on grassroots efforts

Applications are now open for the second annual round of Hydro Tasmania’s Community Grant Program.

1 February 2018
Dream weekend for paddling foodies

Kayakers can look forward to a bumper weekend in Launceston, with a special water release down the Cataract Gorge timed to coincide with Festivale.

22 January 2018
Granville Harbour takes flight

The Granville Harbour wind farm will contribute towards plans to double Tasmania’s renewable energy capacity and make it the Battery of the Nation.

22 December 2017
Basslink cable failure

Hydro Tasmania’s priority is ensuring Tasmanians have a safe, reliable and fully-functioning Basslink interconnector in the future. Our experts have recommended a way to achieve that.

20 December 2017
Basslink cable failure investigation

Two global experts have found the Basslink cable failed in December 2015 because Basslink Pty Ltd (BPL) exceeded its design limit.

11 December 2017
Flinders’ renewable frontier

The Flinders Island community can look forward to a secure and cleaner energy future thanks to its new Hybrid Energy Hub.