Power stations returned to service
Two of three power stations affected by fire in the Mersey Forth scheme in Tasmania’s north-west have been returned to service.
Expediting return of Trent unit is the prudent course of action
The Trent gas unit at the Tamar Valley Power Station was sent for repair under warranty in September last year and is currently undergoing service in Abu Dhabi.
Closure of boat ramps at Lake Burbury
Hydro Tasmania and Marine and Safety Tasmania advise that all three formally recognised boat ramps at Lake Burbury have been closed due to low lake levels as a result of unprecedented low inflows.
Update on Basslink
An update on the Basslink interconnector outage was provided on 27 January by the owners and operators Basslink Pty Ltd.
Update on fires affecting the Mersey Forth power scheme
Power stations affected by fire in the Mersey Forth scheme in Tasmania’s north west are being progressively returned to service.
Fires posed no threat to energy supply
Fires currently burning near power generation assets have posed no threat to energy supply. Hydro Tasmania is working closely with the Tasmania Fire Service and TasNetworks, to ensure protection of generation assets is appropriately prioritised in the current fire situation.
Fire impact on Hydro Tasmania assets
Fire has damaged energy infrastructure in north-west Tasmania.
Closure of boat ramps at Great Lake
Hydro Tasmania advises that only one formally recognised boat ramp remains open at Great Lake.
Entura appoints Business Development Manager, Power
Specialist power and water consulting firm Entura has appointed Akhil Pai to the role of Business Development Manager, Power. Based in Melbourne, Victoria, Mr Pai will focus on partnering with clients in the power sector in mainland Australia.
Update on Basslink
An update on the Basslink outage was provided on 14 January by the owners and operators Basslink Pty Ltd.