We aim to deliver 'energy equity' to 117 remote communities through authentic Aboriginal and community-led engagement.
That's why our Remote Communities Engagement Strategy underpins every phase of this project - guiding our interactions every step of the way. Empowering communities in shared decision-making to create a more sustainable future for all.
Establishing relationships with remote communities
In-person visits to almost half of the 117 remote communities have already been completed.
Providing valuable insights on the existing power assets and an understanding of the communities' views on what their energy future looks like.
Providing valuable insights on the existing power assets and an understanding of the communities' views on what their energy future looks like.
Safety inspectorate and asset remediation work
As we travel to every remote community to discover future energy requirements - safety is our number one priority. That's why we'll ensure safe, reliable power is always available in the short term.
If you have any concerns regarding your power supply, please contact us or your local Regional Service Provider.
Visiting remote communities
Many of the remote communities are found in some of the most beautiful, untouched regions in the world.
For example, Kiwirrkurra 2,300km from Perth is described as the most remote Aboriginal community in Australia.
This means many are only accessible by 4WD and long distances from towns or transport hubs. This presents challenges with access and worker safety.
By the end of May 2024, over 50 communities have been visited in person, on-country since the transfer.
Would you like Horizon Power to visit your community?
Where we've been unable to attend in person - our Community Engagement team has established or attempted contact via phone and email.
If your community is part of the transition and you'd like us to visit you, please get in touch.
Horizon Power acknowledges the Traditional Custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and their cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.
We recognise and appreciate a continued connection through stories, traditions and living cultures and commit to building a brighter future together. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this presentation may contain images, names or voices of deceased people.