Pottinger Energy Park is establishing a Community Consultative Committee (Pottinger CCC) to support ongoing, open and transparent discussion on issues relevant to the Park.
The Pottinger CCC will play an important role as Pottinger Energy Park moves into detailed design and construction in 2026, and through its operational life (pending final investment decision). It is one of the ways we will ensure local perspectives, knowledge and insights continue to inform how the project is delivered, and that the community is kept up to date.
The Pottinger CCC provides a formal forum for constructive discussion between Pottinger Energy Park and local community representatives, Hay Shire Council, Edward River Council, and other key stakeholders on matters relating to the project. The CCC is an advisory body. It does not directly make decisions, but provides a forum to share information, raise any issues or opportunities, and discuss how potential impacts will be managed in line with the project’s conditions of approval.
The Pottinger CCC will be independently chaired and operated in accordance with the NSW Department of Planning, Housing and Infrastructure (NSW DPHI) Community consultative committee guideline.
Meeting agendas and minutes will be published on the Pottinger Energy Park website following each meeting
Jamie Chivers, Managing Director of Someva Renewables, said the Community Consultative Committee will play a vital role in sharing information on Pottinger Energy Park.
“The Pottinger Energy Park Community Consultative Committee provides a practical way for community members to be involved, share local insights and perspectives and learn how Pottinger Energy Park is planned to be delivered. We encourage anyone with an interest in the project, or who knows someone who would be a good community representative, to get involved.”
Seeking Expressions of Interest for community and stakeholder representatives – Pottinger Energy Park Community Consultative Committee (Pottinger CCC)
Pottinger Energy Park is inviting Expressions of Interest from community and stakeholder representatives to join the Pottinger Energy Park Community Consultative Committee (Pottinger CCC). Community representatives are appointed as individuals who live, work or own land in the local area. Stakeholder representatives may include local industry, community, environmental or First Nations organisations with a demonstrated interest in the project.
Appointments are made by the Independent Chairperson, Ian Colley of Make Stuff Happen, following assessment against the guideline criteria.
What does the role involve?
- Participating in a respectful, independently chaired forum for information sharing and discussion about Pottinger Energy Park
- Raising community issues, questions or feedback related to the project
- Helping share accurate information between the Pottinger Energy Park CCC and the broader community
- Attending meetings (anticipated for Monday 30 March 2026, and May, August and November).
The role is voluntary. Reasonable out-of-pocket expenses may be reimbursed in line with the guideline. Initial appointments would be for two years, but can be extended.
Who should apply?
We encourage local community members and stakeholders to submit an Expression of Interest to join the Pottinger CCC.
Applicants should be able to demonstrate that they:
- Live, work or own land in the local area, or represent a local stakeholder group
- Have an interest in Pottinger Energy Park and an understanding of local issues
- Can contribute constructively and respectfully to discussions about local issues and Pottinger Energy Park
- Are willing to communicate information between the CCC and the wider community
- Will be able to attend scheduled meetings
Employees or contractors of the project are generally not eligible to apply, in line with the guideline.
How to apply
Expressions of Interest must be submitted using the application form. To request an application form and supporting documents, please contact Felicity Stening on felicity.s@someva.com.au
The EOI closes on Monday 9 March 2026, COB.
All applications will be assessed by the Independent Chair against the selection criteria set out in the guideline before recommendations are provided to the NSW DPHI. Applicants will be advised of the outcome once appointments are finalised.
More information
For further information about the Pottinger Energy Park Community Consultative Committee or the expression of interest process, please contact: felicity.s@someva.com.au
For media inquiries, contact:
Chris Williams – 0480 386 879 / chris@kaizenco.au
Ben Hornbrook – 0431 180 161 / ben@kaizenco.au
