Flyers Creek Wind Farm is not just a project; it is a symbol of progress and a brighter, more sustainable future. As one of the most significant renewable energy projects in the Essential Energy network, it embodies our commitment to delivering clean, reliable power to regional, rural and remote communities while supporting Australia’s energy transition.

With 38 General Electric turbines, Flyers Creek generates up to 145 megawatts of electricity—enough to power 80 thousand homes, which is enough power to cover Bathurst and Orange combined. These turbines convert wind energy into electricity, which is transformed and fed into the grid to power homes and businesses across the region.

Iberdrola Flyers Creek Wind Farm Site Manager, Josh Fitzgerald enjoyed the complexities of the project.

“Working with Essential Energy has been a great collaboration from building and commissioning the switching station to relocating multiple assets. It’s been a long but fun project,” Josh said.

According to Essential Energy’s Major Network Connections Manager, Darrin Edwards, one of the biggest advantages of Flyers Creek Wind Farm is its ability to strengthen the energy network. Unlike solar farms, wind farms generate power at different times, ensuring a more balanced and resilient renewable energy supply.

“The benefit of connecting wind farms in Essential Energy’s network is that we already have a considerable amount of solar... so we need more wind-based technology,” Darrin said.

Bringing Flyers Creek online was a complex task, requiring extensive coordination to integrate it into the network. Securing outages for such a significant connection was challenging, but careful planning ensured a smooth transition.

“There was a lot of negotiations around when we could have outages in the network to be able to connect this piece of kit,” Darrin explained.

Like any major infrastructure project, Flyers Creek faced its share of challenges—from weather disruptions to unexpected technical hurdles. Yet, through perseverance and collaboration, the team overcame these obstacles.

“At the end of the day, we got it connected, and that was extremely pleasing to see,” Darrin said.

A decade in the making, Flyers Creek Wind Farm is now a reality, delivering clean energy to the grid. It stands as a testament to innovation, resilience, and the commitment to a more sustainable future - one that benefits communities today and for generations to come.