New England REZ Forum demonstrates effective local leadership

May 21, 2026

Addressing the cumulative impacts of renewable energy development will require strong regional collaboration. This was on full display in Armidale NSW last week, at the...

When myths hit home: The real cost of renewable energy misinformation in our regions

April 10, 2026

Misinformation and disinformation about renewable energy is causing real harm to rural and regional communities. That’s what the Senate Select Committee Inquiry into Information Integrity...

A pivotal moment as WA’s regional community benefit approach gets underway

March 18, 2026

The Western Australian State Government recently released its Community Benefit Guideline, designed to support communities to realise the opportunities of the state’s energy shift.

Coalition energy plan needs more detail on connecting NSW renewables

June 24, 2026

RE-Alliance has responded to the NSW Liberal and Nationals’ energy plan released on Wednesday, saying more local generation and storage is welcome, but communities need...

New minimum standards will lift floor for renewable energy engagement in Victoria

June 15, 2026

RE-Alliance has welcomed Victoria’s new Community Engagement and Social Value Guidelines, saying they give communities much greater say in how projects are rolled out.

Regional communities invited to important briefing on housing solutions linked to renewable energy projects

February 03, 2026

Regional communities across Australia are invited to take part in a free online briefing exploring how well planned renewable energy projects can deliver lasting housing benefits.

'Power zones test plans'

June 10, 2026

Our Policy and Engagement Manager, Tony Goodfellow, discusses the potential of Victoria's Renewable Energy Zones.

Via The Weekly Times

'There is no ‘Plan B’, we’ve got to make this one work'

February 18, 2026

RE-Alliance National Director Andrew Bray issues an open invitation to all VIC political parties: let's make transmission projects work for rural and regional Victorians.

Via The Weekly Times

Andrew Bray calling for Local Energy Hubs in Victoria

January 29, 2026

RE-Alliance National Director Andrew Bray continues our joint call for Local Energy Hubs, calling on the Victorian Government to establish the Hubs in renewable energy...

Via ABC South West Victoria

Submission on National Environmental Standards

May 27, 2026

Done well, National Environmental Standards have the potential to deliver strong protections for nature while addressing community concerns and supporting rapid approvals of high quality...

Submission on the WA Renewable Energy Planning Framework

April 10, 2026

This submission makes recommendations on the new WA Renewable Energy Planning Framework, which provides improved clarity and consistency for communities and industry in the shift...

Submission on the review of the regulatory framework for Supply Connection Infrastructure in NSW Options Paper

April 10, 2026

In this submission, we outline how a clearer, proportionate regulatory framework for Supply Connection Infrastructure in NSW would improve certainty for proponents and regulators, while...