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Updates and news from around our network

15 May 2023

Australia’s largest community lighting upgrade to keep roads safer and reduce energy usage

Ausgrid has begun upgrading more than 240,000 luminaires into LEDs across its network in partnership with Southern Sydney Regional Organisation of Councils (SSROC) and 33 local councils.


05 May 2023

Aerial markers installed via drone at Lake St Clair

Following a request from Newcastle Paragliding Club and Newcastle Hang Gliding Club, Ausgrid installed aerial markers across a 1.1 kilometre span of powerlines in the Lake St Clair region to increase the safety of local air users.


12 Apr 2023

Annual Bushfire Prevention Program Takes Flight

Ausgrid is utilising aerial inspections to identify future bushfire risks in the vicinity of the electricity network to keep customers and communities safer.


08 Mar 2023

Women from the field join forces in Sydney

In an energy industry first, women in ‘non-traditional’ roles will come together to embrace equity and celebrate their achievements through an initiative by NSW energy distributors Ausgrid, Endeavour Energy and Essential Energy.


27 Feb 2023

Sydney's first power pole mounted EV charger

Ausgrid unveils Sydney's first power pole mounted EV charger in Glebe


30 Jan 2023

Ausgrid reminds candidates to put safety first ahead of the NSW election campaign

Rules surrounding the posting of corflutes on electrical assets


16 Jan 2023

Marc England begins as Ausgrid CEO

Ausgrid welcomes Marc England as the new CEO, following Mr Richard Gross’ departure after six years at the helm.


20 Dec 2022

Australia’s first power pole mounted EV charger installed in Newcastle

Ausgrid brings Australia's first power pole mounted EV charger to Newcastle


09 Dec 2022

Ausgrid welcomes Hunter Central Coast Renewable Energy Zone declaration

Our extensive transmission and distribution infrastructure, highly skilled experts who are 'on the ground' in the catchment area, as well as our world-class control room, means we are uniquely positioned to help make this REZ a success.


07 Dec 2022

Christmas Lights Safety Warning

Christmas lights make the holiday season bright, so for those decorating both indoors and outdoors, Ausgrid is reminding residents to be aware of the potential dangers to stay safe this festive season.