King Rocks Wind Farm
Location: Hyden, Shire of Kondinin
Stage: Construction
About the Project
The King Rocks Wind Farm will generate up to 105 megawatts of renewable energy from 17 turbines installed across the 3,000 hectare site. These turbines will be around 206 metres tall at the tip of the blade, comprising a 115 metre tower and 80 metres blade. The site was selected due to its proximity to Western Power’s electricity transmission lines, strong overnight wind and access to predominantly cleared, freehold agricultural land which is well suited to a wind farm development.
The project is expected to take approximately two years to construct. Up to 200 jobs will be created during construction of the wind farm and where practicable the construction partner, Vestas, will seek to engage locally.
Community Benefit Fund
The King Rocks Wind Farm Community Benefit Fund is now closed for 2026.
The applications received will progress through an eligibility check and be assessed by the Community Benefit Fund Panel. Successful recipients will be announced in November.
For more information, please refer to our Community Benefit Fund Guidelines.
Transportation of Wind Turbines
Thank you to the community for your patience during the transportation of wind turbine blades and other components.
The transportation of components for the 17 wind turbines commenced in late May, with the final of the 51 blades completing its journey on 20 September.
See images of the wind turbine components along their journey in our Project Images.
Overview
Hyden is at the forefront of the energy transition with the King Rocks Wind Farm expected to begin powering households and businesses by 2027. The wind farm will have the capacity to generate up to 105 megawatts of renewable energy. That’s enough capacity to power up to 70,000 average homes in WA.
Snapshot
Location: Eastern Wheatbelt region, WA – 35 km north-east of Hyden
Size: 17 turbines (105 MW)
Construction commenced: 2025
Operational: 2027
Construction jobs created: Up to 200
Construction Progress
The King Rocks Wind Farm project has reached another important construction milestone, with turbines now being erected on site.
Work at the project substation is progressing well, with electrical and mechanical works continuing and pre-commissioning activities now underway.
Hyden Worker’s Accommodation
The accommodation facility is approximately 800m north of the Hyden town centre and is housing 189 workers during the wind farm’s construction phase.
Project Images
Wind turbine components at Port of Bunbury
Wind turbine blade during delivery
Turbine foundation concrete pour
Hyden Workers’ Accommodation
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Project Exploration ✓
Identifying and investigating an area’s potential for energy generation through desktop research and early engagement with landowners.
Studies and Approvals ✓
Conducting detailed studies to determine the technical, social and commercial viability of a project. This includes engaging with the community, measuring the resource, conducting surveys and obtaining relevant approvals.
Financial Feasibility ✓
Engaging suppliers to procure services and equipment. Exploring funding opportunities and progressing grid connection process.
Construction •
Preparing the site and constructing the project infrastructure.
Operations
Operating and maintaining the facility and associated infrastructure to generate energy.
End of Life
Extending the life of the facility, rebuilding it with newer technology, or closing and restoring the site. Where possible, materials are recycled, re-used or repurposed.
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Contact us
Community Team — Nicola
0482 993 106
community@synergy.net.au
The SynergyRED team in the community
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Tennis Club Ladies Day sponsorship
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Community attendees at the Hyden Blade Event
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Project team and community enjoying games at the Hyden Blade Event
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'Make your own Wind Turbine' craft table at the Hyden Blade Event
