Capricornia Pumped Hydro

04/06/2026

Last week, we visited the Pioneer Valley Rail Trail to see the progress of drainage improvement works supported through our Community Benefit Grant Program.

The $21,300 grant has funded drainage works along the section of the trail between Gargett Gap and the Gargett Dump Road intersection, helping to improve the trail surface and make it more accessible for the community.

It was also great to hear from Rail Trail President Mike Browne about the long-term vision for the trail and the role it can play in connecting towns throughout the Pioneer Valley and beyond. That vision of stronger connections, active lifestyles and thriving local communities is what makes projects like this so worthwhile.

We’re proud to support a much-loved community asset that encourages people to get outdoors, explore the region and enjoy everything the Pioneer Valley has to offer.

01/06/2026

A big thank you to everyone who joined us at our community information sessions in Collinsville, Nebo and Eungella last week.

It was great to connect with local residents ahead of the draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) public display period and answer questions about the project, the assessment process and how people can participate in the formal submission process run by the Office of the Coordinator-General.

A special thank you to Greater Whitsunday Communities for their support in helping organise the sessions, and to Councillor Alison Jones for attending the Eungella session and joining the conversation with local residents.

We know EIS documents are long, technical and not something most people come across every day. That's why these sessions were focused on helping people understand what to expect, where to find information and how to make their voices heard when the draft EIS goes on public display later this year.

While the timing for the draft EIS public display period is not yet determined, it’s an important step in the assessment process. We’ll make sure the community is kept informed as details are confirmed, and we’ll be back out in the region again before it is released to provide further updates and answer questions.

Thank you to everyone who took the time to attend, ask questions and share their perspectives. Community feedback plays an important role in the assessment process, and we're committed to making information about the project as accessible and easy to understand as possible.

Big thanks to our hosts:
Collinsville Golf CLUB
Nebo Community Hall
Eungella Community Development Association

25/05/2026

📢 Community Information Sessions Start Tomorrow 📢

Our team is ready to hit the road and kick off our community information sessions. We look forward to seeing you there!

📍 Session Details:
Collinsville - Tuesday 26 May, 4:30pm – 5:30pm, Collinsville Golf Club, Moongunya Drive

Nebo - Wednesday 27 May, 4:30pm – 5:30pm, Nebo Memorial Hall, 10 Reynolds Street

Eungella - Thursday 28 May, 4:30pm – 5:30pm, Eungella Hub, 13 North Street

✉️ RSVP:
Please email [email protected] to let us know you’re coming so we can plan seating and catering.

ℹ️ More information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1800 979 686

18/05/2026

📢 REMINDER 📢 Community Information Sessions – May 26 - 28

Our community information sessions are just around the corner!

This is your chance to hear the latest project updates and learn more about how to participate in the EIS public display process.

The sessions will be presentation style, with time for questions at the end of each section.

📍 Session Details:
Collinsville - Tuesday 26 May, 4:30pm – 5:30pm, Collinsville Golf Club, Moongunya Drive

Nebo - Wednesday 27 May, 4:30pm – 5:30pm, Nebo Memorial Hall, 10 Reynolds Street

Eungella - Thursday 28 May, 4:30pm – 5:30pm, Eungella Hub, 13 North Street

✉️ RSVP:
Please email [email protected] to let us know you’re coming so we can plan seating and catering.

ℹ️ More information:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1800 979 686

We look forward to seeing you there!

16/05/2026

What a weekend at the Nebo Street Party and Rodeo!

We were proud to sponsor and attend this fantastic community event. Nebo had a huge crowd turn out to enjoy the festivities, incredible live music and the cowboys/cowgirls putting on a show in the arena.

A special shout out to local Isaac Councillors Cr Viv Coleman Div 8 Isaac Regional Council, Rachel Anderson - Isaac Councillor - Division 7 and Melissa Westcott - Councillor - Isaac Division 3 for volunteering their time in the ticket booth. It was great to see so many people pitching in to help make the weekend such a success for the community.

We’re looking forward to being back in Nebo on 27 May for our community information session. Check out our website for more details.

Nebo Hotel
Nebo Hotel Street Party
Isaac Regional Council

11/05/2026

📢 Community Information Sessions 📢

Capricornia Pumped Hydro invites you to join us for our upcoming community information sessions.

We’re approaching the public display of our draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS). This is an important opportunity for community members, councils, government agencies and other stakeholders to review the project and provide feedback directly to the Office of the Coordinator-General (OCG).

These sessions are designed to help you prepare for and get the most out of the public display process.

At the sessions, we’ll cover:
✅ The EIS process and timeline
✅ What’s included in the EIS and key findings
✅ Tips for reading and navigating the document
✅ How to access the EIS once it’s available
✅ What to expect during public display
✅ What happens after public display

❔ How it works:
The sessions will be presentation style, with time for questions at the end of each section.

📍 Session Details:
• Collinsville - Tuesday 26 May, 4:30pm – 5:30pm (Venue: Collinsville Golf Club, Moongunya Drive, Collinsville)
• Nebo - Wednesday 27 May, 4:30pm – 5:30pm (Venue: Nebo Memorial Hall, 10 Reynolds Street, Nebo)
• Eungella - Thursday 28 May, 4:30pm – 5:30pm (Venue: Eungella Hub, 13 North Street, Eungella)

✉️ RSVP:
Please email [email protected] to let us know you’re coming so we can plan seating and catering.

ℹ️ More info:
Email: [email protected]
Phone: 1800 979 686

We look forward to seeing you there!

02/03/2026

The Capricornia Pumped Hydro team will be in Moranbah on 18 March 2026 for the Renewable Energy Supply Chain Forum, hosted by the Isaac Business Chamber in partnership with Isaac Regional Council, Resource Industry Network and the Queensland Government.

If you’re a local business looking to get involved on the Capricornia Pumped Hydro Project, come and chat with our team about procurement pathways, supplier engagement, and the kind of capabilities we’ll be looking for as the project progresses.

Register here: https://tinyurl.com/4svmf46x

02/12/2025

We're supporting stronger, more resilient communities 💪

“Reliable communication can make all the difference during a critical response. Starlink will help us respond faster and more effectively during emergencies, especially in hard-to-reach areas” - State Emergency Service - Mackay Regional Unit

We are proud to provide the Mackay Regional SES Unit Support Group with $1,500 from the pre-construction Community Benefit Fund to purchase a Starlink kit.

This gear will enhance communication during emergencies, especially in remote areas where it’s needed most.

Huge thanks to Alex and Jan for giving us a tour of the Mackay SES facility and congratulations on 50 years of the Queensland State Emergency Service.

24/11/2025

We are excited to share that we’ve submitted our preliminary draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to the Office of the Coordinator-General (OCG) for adequacy review.

This is an important step before the draft EIS is released to the community for feedback.

To find out more about the EIS process and next steps for our project, read our latest blog post below.

While you’re there, be sure to sign up for our e-newsletter to get the latest project news straight to your inbox.

We have submitted the Capricornia Pumped Hydro Project preliminary draft Environmental Impact Statement (EIS) to the Office of the Coordinator-General (OCG) for adequacy review, marking a key milestone in the project’s approvals process.

20/11/2025

We were thrilled to support the Eungella Craft Group with a $2,200 contribution from our Community Benefits Fund, helping deliver a series of creative workshops open to everyone in the community. Participants learnt natural dyeing, felting and earring-making techniques.

The group has been active for 36 years and brings together around 40 members from Eungella, Crediton, Netherdale and Finch Hatton. Along with providing a space to learn new skills, the group also provides community connection and helps reduce social isolation.

“These workshops are about more than just craft, they’re an opportunity to connect, learn something new, and share skills” - Eungella Craft Group representative.