SA Power Networks

12/06/2026

In the air or on the ground, working too closely to powerlines is dangerous.

After a large commercial crop spraying drone struck a high voltage line near Wasleys, causing it to fall and cutting power to 58 customers, we are reminding farmers and contractors to stay alert around power infrastructure.

With these agricultural drones increasingly used year-round for activities including spraying and monitoring, the risks are also increasing. Striking powerlines can cause serious injury, fire, and widespread outages.

This adds to 17 other farm safety incidents involving power infrastructure already in 2026.

Stay safe:
✅ Identify powerlines and poles before starting work
✅ Use the Look up and Live map or app
✅ Ensure proper drone training and approvals

If you hit power equipment call us on 13 13 66, or call 000 in an emergency, and stay at least 10m clear of fallen powerlines.

👉 Read the full media release and learn more about staying safe on your property - sapowernetworks.co/news-warning-about-agricultural-drones-near-powerlines

11/06/2026

𝗧𝗵𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮𝗯𝗼𝘂𝘁 𝗮 𝘁𝗿𝗮𝗱𝗲 𝗰𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗲𝗿 𝗯𝘂𝘁 𝗻𝗼𝘁 𝘀𝘂𝗿𝗲 𝘄𝗵𝗲𝗿𝗲 𝘁𝗼 𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗿𝘁?

We’ve teamed up with Empowered Women in Trades - EWIT to give women and gender diverse people a chance to experience what life as an apprentice at SA Power Networks is really like.

This one-day, hands-on event is about trying things out, asking questions and seeing if a trade career could be the right fit for you.

𝗬𝗼𝘂’𝗹𝗹 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗼
• tour our training centre
• see the tools of the trade
• take part in an activity at heights
• meet apprentices and crew members
• learn more about apprenticeships and how to apply

No experience needed – just curiosity and a willingness to give it a go!
Whether you’ve thought about a career in the trades or are simply looking to try something new, this is a supportive and inclusive space to explore what the energy industry has to offer.

📍 Angle Park Training Centre
🗓 Tuesday 7 July
⏰ 9am–2.30pm

Spots are limited. Register now: bit.ly/EWIT-Trades-Register

04/06/2026

Say hello to our newest apprentices 👋

Our newest apprentice intake has been getting to know SA Power Networks and taking the first steps in their careers with us.

Over the coming years, they'll work alongside experienced crews, mentors and leaders while completing nationally recognised qualifications and gaining hands-on experience across the network.

As the energy industry continues to evolve, we're investing in the people who will help drive it forward.

01/06/2026

Strong winds are expected across parts of South Australia today and overnight into Tuesday.

The worst of the weather is expected across the Yorke Peninsula, Mid North, Adelaide, Fleurieu Peninsula, Flinders Ranges and surrounding coastal and elevated areas, where wind gusts of up to 100km/h are possible.

We're keeping a close eye on conditions and have crews and support teams ready to respond if needed.

These conditions can bring down branches, trees and powerlines, which may cause power outages. If you see a fallen powerline, stay at least 10 metres away and call us straight away on 13 13 66.

To help you stay prepared and 𝗯𝗲 𝘄𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝗮𝗱𝘆:
👉Charge your phone and devices
👉Check our Outage Map for updates: sapowernetworks.co/OutageMap
👉Sign up for SMS outage alerts: sapowernetworks.co/SMSservice

This warning has been updated. Please refer to the latest version. For the latest Bureau of Meteorology warnings, visit https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts?stateName=South%20Australia

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The Bureau of Meteorology has updated a Severe Weather Warning ⚠️ for DAMAGING WINDS 💨 Adelaide Metropolitan, Mount Lofty Ranges, West Coast, Lower Eyre Peninsula, Eastern Eyre Peninsula, Yorke Peninsula, Flinders, Mid North, Kangaroo Island, Upper South East, Lower South East and parts of Riverland, Murraylands, North West Pastoral and North East Pastoral districts.

Issued at 10:50 am CST on Monday 1 June 2026

Damaging winds to affect South Australia today and into Tuesday morning.

Weather Situation: A strong cold front will sweep across the state today bringing isolated damaging wind gusts to much of the state. A deep low pressure system will follow this afternoon bringing a broader damaging wind risk over western parts of the state, extending eastwards to the Adelaide region as well as central and southeastern parts during Monday evening as the low passes to the south of Adelaide overnight.

DAMAGING WINDS averaging 60 to 70 km/h with gusts to 100 km/h are likely about the West Coast, Eyre Peninsula and Yorke Peninsula today, extending to the remainder of the warning area, including Adelaide, during Monday evening.

DAMAGING WINDS are expected to ease over coastal and low lying areas, including Adelaide, from early Tuesday morning, and then gradually ease over the Flinders Ranges and Mt Lofty Ranges during Tuesday afternoon and evening.

A separate warning for ABNORMALLY HIGH TIDES is also current for parts of the coast. For more details, refer to https://www.bom.gov.au/weather-and-climate/warnings-and-alerts

Locations which may be affected include Adelaide, Port Lincoln, Strathalbyn, Maitland, Whyalla, Mount Gambier, Ceduna and Port Augusta.

94 km/h wind gust was recorded at Cleve at 7:07 am.

Sustained 68 km/h winds were recorded at Warburto Point (near Moonta) around 8:15 am.

Safety advice

* Move vehicles under cover or away from trees;

* Secure or put away loose items around your property.

* Stay indoors, away from windows, while conditions are severe.

⛈️ For storm preparation tips, visit ses.sa.gov.au/storm

📞 For emergency SES storm or flood assistance, call 132 500

📞 For life-threatening emergencies, call Triple Zero (000)

⚠️ Warning: https://www.bom.gov.au/warning/severe-weather-warning/IDS21037

21/05/2026

𝗚𝗼𝘁 𝗮𝗻 𝗶𝗱𝗲𝗮 𝘁𝗵𝗮𝘁 𝗰𝗼𝘂𝗹𝗱 𝗺𝗮𝗸𝗲 𝗮 𝗱𝗶𝗳𝗳𝗲𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗰𝗲 𝗶𝗻 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗼𝗺𝗺𝘂𝗻𝗶𝘁𝘆?

Apply now for our SA Power Networks Community Grants. Grant applications are now open until Monday 15 June.

This year’s theme is connection, supporting projects that strengthen belonging and community participation.

With grants of up to $5,000 available, we’re supporting projects that bring communities together — whether that’s upgrading a local space, running community events, supporting volunteers, creating mentoring programs, or helping people who may be feeling isolated find ways to connect with others.

Find out more and apply 👉 sapowernetworks.co/Community-Grants

15/05/2026

Sometimes the best feedback comes in crayon 🖍️

Bec, one of our powerline apprentices based in Cleve, shared a picture her four-year-old son drew after seeing our crews out and about — complete with the transformer, bucket truck and powerline worker up in the air. And honestly, the detail is pretty impressive for a four-year-old.

It’s a nice reminder that what our people do every day doesn’t go unnoticed. Even the littlest South Australians are watching, learning and asking questions about how power gets to their homes.

Safe to say you might have a future powerline worker on your hands there, Bec 😊

14/05/2026

Our 2026 Bushfire Prevention aerial inspections have officially taken flight.

Over the coming months, you might spot helicopters working across South Australia inspecting powerlines, pole tops and nearby vegetation.

These inspections help us identify potential issues early and reduce bushfire risk before summer arrives.

So if you notice a helicopter flying low and slow along powerlines… yep, that’s probably us.

Not lost. Not sightseeing. Just helping keep the network safe and reliable for communities across South Australia. If they fly over your place — give them a wave 👋

View the full flight schedule and inspection areas here 👉 sapowernetworks.co/Powerline-aerial-inspections

11/05/2026

Got an initiative or idea to bring people together?

Applications are now open for our 2026 Community Grants Program.

This year’s theme is connection, supporting projects that strengthen belonging and community participation.

That could be upgrading a local space, running community events, supporting volunteers, creating mentoring programs, or helping people who may be feeling isolated find ways to connect with others.

With grants of up to $5,000, we’re backing initiatives that spark social connection, encourage participation and build a sense of belonging.

Since launching in 2022, the program has returned more than $500,000 in community funding across SA, including $132,000 supporting 30 projects in 2025.

Know a group that should apply? Let them know in the comments.

Applications close Monday 15 June. Find out more and apply 👉 sapowernetworks.co/Community-Grants