Tuesday, 17th June 2025 | Media Release

Minister says no to more offshore wind projects in Hunter zone

The Hunter Jobs Alliance, with 24 local union environment and community groups, have sent a joint letter to Ministers Bowen, Minns, and Sharpe calling for feasibility licences and policies to unlock the full 5GW potential of the Hunter Offshore Wind Zone — to secure lasting jobs, clean energy, and a stronger regional economy. “Unlocking the […]

The Hunter Jobs Alliance, with 24 local union environment and community groups, have sent a joint letter to Ministers Bowen, Minns, and Sharpe calling for feasibility licences and policies to unlock the full 5GW potential of the Hunter Offshore Wind Zone — to secure lasting jobs, clean energy, and a stronger regional economy.

“Unlocking the full potential of offshore wind in the Hunter means scaling beyond one project. We need a pipeline of coordinated developments to deliver lasting employment, skills growth, and economic resilience for the region,” the letter states.