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ElectraNet has a long-standing commitment to acknowledging and respecting Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander cultures in the construction,  operation, and maintenance of our assets across South Australia and continues to do so by proudly and actively supporting all dimensions of reconciliation. Today, we are thrilled to announce the launch of our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), which is our second RAP following the successful implementation of our Reflect RAP. Our Innovate RAP outlines the actions and commitments that we will undertake to gain a deeper understanding of our sphere of influence, strengthen our relationships with Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples, and progress strategies to further advance reconciliation outcomes. ElectraNet's commitment to respectful, inclusive, and transparent engagement has been pivotal in shaping a RAP that supports the long-term economic empowerment and well-being of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. We are immensely proud of what we have achieved to date and look forward to strengthening these commitments through the delivery of our Innovate RAP. The launch of our Innovate RAP was marked by a memorable celebration that honored the rich cultural heritage of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. The event featured a Smoking Ceremony and Welcome to Country by Senior Kaurna and Ngarrindjeri man Uncle Moogy Sumner. Uncle Moogy honours his heritage through a spiritual connection to the land by sharing knowledge through music, dance, and education. We were also treated to a soulful performance by the Dusty Feet Mob, whose dance and music beautifully conveyed connection to Country. The unveiling of our Innovate artwork so skillfully done by Gabriele Stengle, a proud Ngarrindjeri, Narungga, and Kaurna woman, was another highlight of the event. Click this link to learn more about ElectraNet's Innovate RAP and join us on this important journey: https://lnkd.in/eAEiKFpB Gabriel Stengle Reconciliation SA Jason Downs Ochre Dawn

South Australia and the nation’s clean energy transition has taken a huge step forward with Stage 1 of Project EnergyConnect – the new high-voltage transmission line between South Australia and New South Wales - officially turned on. Stage 1 of the interconnector sees 150MW of electricity transfer capacity between Robertstown in South Australia, Buronga in New South Wales and Red Cliffs in Victoria. The critical project enables electricity to be shared directly between the three states for the first time. The interconnector will significantly strengthen the State’s electricity network and will help make power more reliable, affordable and sustainable for South Australian consumers. Transmission is a critical enabler of decarbonisation and the clean energy transition and ElectraNet is proud to have delivered Stage 1 of Project EnergyConnect on time and on budget.

🌟 **ElectraNet at the University of Adelaide Careers Expo** 🌟 ElectraNet recently had the opportunity to attend and engage with future STEM professionals at the University of Adelaide Careers Expo. We had meaningful conversations with engineering students and others from various STEM disciplines about the exciting internship and graduate opportunities at ElectraNet. We are passionate about shaping the future of clean energy and are always looking for innovative minds to join us in driving positive change. A big thank you to all the students who visited our booth! We’re excited about the next generation of talent and the potential for collaboration. On Wednesday we’ll be attending the STEM Women Graduate Careers Event at the Adelaide Convention Centre. We’re looking forward to meeting and engaging with the talented women in STEM and discussing how you can contribute to our dynamic team. Stay connected with us for more career opportunities to Power Your Future! 💡 Marine Kennedy Vibha Ruparel Negar Totonchi Umair Muhammad #ElectraNet #PowerYourFuture #UniversityOfAdelaide #CareersExpo #STEMCareers #Engineering #CleanEnergy #Internships #GraduatePrograms #SustainableEnergy #WomenInSTEM #STEMWomen #STEMWomenAdelaide #FutureOfEnergy 

Transmission services were restored to the Yorke Peninsula overnight following yesterday’s outage. ElectraNet understands the frustration felt by the impacted parts of the Yorke Peninsula community and thanks them for their patience as our crews worked to restore services as quickly as possible. ElectraNet regrets the impact to the families and businesses as a result of the unplanned power outage. Work to repair the damage began as soon as it was safe to do so and continued until transmission services were restored on Friday night. Friday’s outages were caused by extended dry conditions and the accumulation of dust and salt combined with fog conditions on Friday morning. The network experienced multiple trips which resulted in damage at the Hummocks substation. ElectraNet routinely monitors the network and proactively plans and undertakes maintenance activities to address identified risks such as the accumulation of dust and salt. While the immediate damage has now been repaired, the ongoing build up of dust and salt on transmission equipment will remain a challenge to reliable operation until good rain settles the dust and washes the equipment. In the interim, ElectraNet will continue to deploy alternative targeted measures to mitigate the risk of further outages.

ElectraNet experienced multiple faults on the transmission network this morning impacting power supply to the Yorke Peninsula. ElectraNet routinely monitors the network to identify factors that may negatively impact the network and proactively plans and undertakes maintenance activities to address identified risks as required. Due to extended dry conditions and the accumulation of dust and salt combined with fog conditions this morning, the network experienced multiple trips. When moisture levels rise, such as during morning dew, the accumulation of dust and salt can lead to power disruptions. This has resulted in some damage at the Hummocks substation. While the substation is off and the damage is being repaired, additional maintenance has been undertaken to minimise the need for separate future outages. Work to repair the damage is well underway but detailed inspections revealed more damage than originally thought delaying restoration. It is anticipated that transmission services will be restored at approximately 8:00pm.

🌟 Supporting the Future of Energy 🌟 ElectraNet was proud to host The Australian Power Institute Power Up Scholarship recipient Cassandra Ellis over the summer break. Through this program, Cassandra gained hands-on experience, industry insights, and the opportunity to work on real projects. Watch her video to hear all about her experience! 🎥 https://lnkd.in/gWBg-2yW Interested in kickstarting your career in energy? Apply for the API Power Up Scholarship here: https://lnkd.in/gSKpCFzg Power Your Future at ElectraNet⚡ #PowerYourFuture #ElectraNet #APIPowerUp

📚 Bringing Learning to Life: Early Careers Site Visit 👷♂️ Our early career professionals recently visited a substation and transmission lines to see our energy network in action. Getting up close to the site we were able to gain a real appreciation for the complexity of the station and gain valuable insights into operations, safety, and ongoing projects. A huge thank you to Brad Wilksch, Raju Upadhyaya, and Brett Rickell for sharing their expertise and making this such a great learning experience! Power Your Future at ElectraNet⚡ #PowerYourFuture #ElectraNet #EngineeringVacationProgram #EarlyCareerEngineers

We’re excited to have Jessie Wang join ElectraNet as part of the industry-first Grid Connection Engineer Graduate Program, a unique initiative designed to develop future leaders in the energy sector. This program provides graduates with hands-on experience across multiple organisations, offering exposure to different aspects of the grid connection process and accelerating their professional growth. Jessie will be with ElectraNet for 6 months, working alongside our Network Connections team. Throughout this rotation, she’ll gain practical experience and contribute to real-world projects that shape the industry. We’re proud to be part of this initiative, providing emerging engineers with the skills and knowledge they need to make a lasting impact. Welcome Jessie—we can’t wait to see what you accomplish! 🚀 Power Your Future at ElectraNet⚡ #PowerYourFuture #ElectraNet #GridConnection

Construction has officially started at the Bungama BESS! ElectraNet was pleased to join Amp Energy and partners for today’s official ground-breaking ceremony. At ElectraNet, delivering solutions that energise South Australia’s clean energy future is at the heart of what we do. The Bungama BESS is a great example of this. Enerven Wärtsilä

We are delighted to announce the appointment of Colleen Luck as our new Manager Sustainability! Colleen is a valued member of the ElectraNet team and brings a wealth of experience and a proven track record of success to this role. Colleen brings strong leadership and industry expertise to this crucial role, having previously led our Telecommunications team and chaired our Reconciliation Action Plan committee. With a deep understanding of our business, the energy industry, and the South Australian economy, Colleen possesses strong leadership skills and a proven track record in project management and change initiatives. Her passion for ElectraNet's vision and strategy will be invaluable as we strive to achieve our sustainability goals. Please join us in congratulating Colleen on this well-deserved appointment! We are currently recruiting for the position of Manager Telecommunications. Interested candidates are encouraged to apply online at https://lnkd.in/gseG3seQ