Hills of Gold Wind Farm
Someva Renewables proudly acknowledges that Hills of Gold Wind Farm project is located on the lands of the Gomeroi/Kamilaroi people. We pay our respects to Elders past, present and emerging and value working with First Nations groups on renewable energy projects.
Project Overview
The Hills of Gold Wind Farm is located 5km south of Hanging Rock and 8km south-east of Nundle in NSW. The project is located within three Local Government Areas: Tamworth Regional Council, Upper Hunter Shire Council, and Liverpool Plains Shire Council.
The project, which has received approval from the NSW Independent Planning Commission, will feature 62 wind turbines and will generate up to 372 MW of clean, affordable and reliable energy – enough to power 163,000 Australian homes.
In August 2025, Someva Renewables proudly acquired the Hills of Gold Wind Farm. As one of the original project partners, Someva has been deeply involved in the project since 2017 leading development works, supporting community engagement, planning approvals, the landowner consultation and agreement process, procurement, grid connection assessment, layout design, wind monitoring and transport arrangements.
In March 2026, Someva welcomed the Land and Environment Court of NSW’s decision to approve Hills of Gold Wind Farm, after Tamworth Council conceded it would no longer argue for the refusal of the project. With the legal process now complete we are focussed on re‑engaging with the Nundle community and local stakeholders as we prepare the next steps for the project.
Learn more about the project in our latest Hills of Gold Fact Sheet.
If you are a local business interested in participating in the development of the proposed Hills of Gold Wind Farm please register you interest via the online Industry Capability Network (ICN) Gateway portal.
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Wind Turbines
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Australian homes powered
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AUGUST 2025
Someva renewables acquired the Hills of Gold Wind Farm.
COMPLETED
MARCH 2026
Land and Environment Court of NSW approval.
COMPLETED
DETAILED DESIGN
Procurement, early works and final design established.
CONSTRUCTION
Construction to start pending final approvals.
OPERATIONS
Energy generation to begin.
Project History
The Hills of Gold Wind Farm has been under development since 2017 and progressed through a comprehensive planning, environmental assessment and approvals process.
A Scoping Report was lodged in October 2018, followed by the issue of the Secretary’s Environmental Assessment Requirements (SEARs) by the NSW Department of Planning. These requirements guided the environmental studies, technical investigations and community consultation undertaken to inform the project’s Environmental Impact Statement (EIS).
Project Community Benefits
Hills of Gold Wind Farm is committed to creating lasting benefits for the communities that host the project and the broader region. A dedicated Community Benefits Program will be developed with local councils and the community so funding responds to local priorities and supports social, economic and environmental outcomes over the life of the project.
The Community Benefit Program plans to provide:
- Annual funding from the commencement of construction, with arrangements documented through agreements with relevant local councils.
- Clear eligibility and application processes for local organisations and initiatives.
- Support for community priorities such as education and training, health and wellbeing, emergency services, youth, sport and recreation, environmental projects and local enterprise.
- Opportunities for community input before final funding arrangements are established.
At Someva, we take the time to get to know the landowners and communities where we operate. We are committed to building respectful, long-term relationships that endure throughout the life of our projects and beyond.
For Hills of Gold Wind Farm, these relationships have been built over many years. Discussions commenced with project neighbours in 2020 during the early stages of project development. Since then, we have maintained ongoing engagement with neighbours, working collaboratively to understand local perspectives, discuss project design and provide information as the project has evolved.
As part of this process, we work closely with project neighbours on both the design of our projects and the Neighbour Program , which provides long-term, reliable and climate-resilient financial benefits to eligible neighbours. Participation in a Neighbour Agreement is voluntary and tailored to the circumstances of each landowner.
Hills of Gold Wind Farm is expected to create 211 jobs through construction with an additional 28 ongoing operational roles.
We have registered an Expression of Interest page for businesses through the Industry Capability Network (ICN Gateway) as we begin the procurement process. The ICN Gateway details 26 work packages for the Hills of Gold Wind Farm to support local and regional participation.
We want as many local businesses as possible to be involved in the project. Local businesses are encouraged to register an Expression of Interest for opportunities such as earthworks, road and hardstand construction, logistics, fencing, quarry materials, dust suppression, concrete supply, electrical cabling, cleaning, catering, accommodation services among others.
To date, the project has received over 870 EOIs from over 520 businesses, demonstrating strong interest from the local and regional business community. EOI submissions will remain open through the ICN Gateway until June 2027, providing businesses with ongoing opportunities to register their interest and be considered for upcoming work packages. It is expected that most work packages listed on ICN Gateway will be contracted through our selected head contractors, including Wind Turbine Supply and Install and Balance of Plant contractors. We look forward to connecting with local and First Nations businesses through this process.
First Nations Engagement
Hills of Gold Wind Farm is located on the lands of the Gomeroi/Kamilaroi people. Someva acknowledges the continuing connection of Traditional Custodians to land, water and culture, and values working with First Nations people as the project progresses. This means we:
- Protect Aboriginal cultural heritage and culturally significant places through approved management measures.
- Maintain respectful engagement with Traditional Custodians and local Aboriginal organisations.
- Support pathways for First Nations employment, training and business participation in project procurement.
- Explore partnerships and benefit initiatives that reflect locally identified priorities.
Field studies have been undertaken with Gomeroi people as part of the Cultural Assessment Report and ongoing project site investigations. Someva will provide further information about engagement activities and participation opportunities as detailed project planning advances.
Hills of Gold Wind Farm FAQs
Why was the site chosen?
The Hills of Gold Wind Farm is located in an area with an excellent wind resource, supported by several years of wind monitoring and data collection, making the site ideally suited to wind energy generation while also benefiting from its proximity to existing transmission infrastructure.
What is the current status of Hills of Gold Wind Farm?
The Hills of Gold Wind Farm has final planning approval and is progressing through detailed design, procurement, grid connection and pre-construction planning. Construction remains subject to final investment decision and other necessary project decisions.
How will the Hills of Gold Wind Farm work alongside local farming operations?
Someva’s co-design process means we have engaged with local landholders to ensure existing farming operations, such as sheep and cattle grazing, will operate in harmony with renewable energy. Renewable energy projects such as the Hills of Gold Wind Farm also help to provide local landholders with a climate and drought resilient revenue stream, helping to provide long term economic certainty for local farming businesses and families.
What is happening as part of the detailed design phase?
The detailed design phase involves refining the approved project and preparing it for construction. During this phase, the final layout of turbines, access tracks, hardstands and underground cabling is confirmed, along with detailed engineering design for civil, electrical and structural infrastructure.
The project team also undertakes site investigations, progresses road and drainage designs, procures major equipment, prepares management plans required by approval conditions, secures any remaining permits and agreements, and finalises construction logistics and contractor appointments to ensure the project is ready to move into construction.
Has the community been consulted on the project? Is there local support?
The Hills of Gold Wind Farm is an important project for the local community and for NSW’s energy transition. Some residents, landowners, businesses, community organisations and stakeholders have expressed support for the project and the opportunities it may bring, while others have raised concerns that have helped inform project design, assessment and engagement activities.
Community interest in the project has remained strong throughout its development, with local people contributing feedback, asking questions and participating in consultation processes over many years. We recognise that large infrastructure projects can generate differing perspectives, and we remain committed to engaging respectfully with all members of the community.
Someva Renewables looks forward to continuing these conversations as the project progresses. We encourage anyone interested in the project to contact our team directly or arrange a meeting with us HERE.
What are the benefits for local businesses?
Someva is committed to working with local businesses during the construction and operation of the Hills of Gold Wind Farm. Businesses can register expressions of interest through the ICN Gateway for work packages Gateway by ICN – Project detailsThe Hills of Gold Wind Farm project will provide an economic boost to the region via the creation of up to 211 full time jobs during construction and 28 in operations, and create a positive flow-on effect throughout the local economy.
When will construction start?
Construction of the project is planned to start in 2028 pending a final investment decision.
How will construction impacts be managed?
Construction planning will address traffic, noise, biodiversity, bushfire risk, accommodation, heritage and other matters in line with project approvals and management plans.
How can I ask a question or provide feedback?
Contact the project team at community@someva.com.au or 0428 208 795. Updates and consultation opportunities will also be published on the project web page.
Contact us
We welcome questions, feedback and enquiries from community members, landowners, local businesses and organisations.
Email: community@someva.com.au
Phone: 0428 208 795
