Gullen Range Wind Farm
Gullen Range Wind Farm is an operational wind farm in the Southern Tablelands of NSW, Australia. It is owned by New Gullen Range Wind Farm Pty Ltd (NGRWF). The wind farm consists of 73 turbines and produces 165.5MW of renewable power in ideal wind conditions.
On an average day it produces enough energy to power in excess of 70,000 average homes. By the end of 2022, Gullen Range Wind Farm had saved 3 million tonnes of greenhouse gas emissions compared to conventional power generation.
Stretching from north to south, the wind farm measures 22km, approximately centred on the locality of Bannister, 11km South of Crookwell and 32km north west of Goulburn.
BJCE Australia is proud to be a founding signatory of the Clean Energy Council’s Best Practice Charter for Renewable Energy Developments. The charter is a voluntary set of commitments to reflect our promise to develop and operate projects in a socially responsible way. The charter can be downloaded here.
Please feel free to contact us if you would like further information, or if you would like to provide feedback or lodge a complaint about the wind farm.
Christmas Closure Period
As the festive season approaches, we wish to inform you of our upcoming office closure. Our office will be closed from 25 December 2025 through to 4 January 2026, inclusive. During this period, you are welcome to contact us via email, and we will respond promptly upon our return on 5 January 2026.
If you require more immediate assistance while we are away, please call our toll-free numbers below and leave a message—we will return your call as soon as possible:
- Biala Wind Farm – 1800 370 045
- Gullen Range Wind Farm – 1800 509 711
- Gullen Solar Farm – 1800 725 270
If there is an emergency, please dial 000.
On behalf of everyone at Gullen Range Wind and Solar Farm and Biala Wind Farm, we extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones for a joyful Christmas and a safe, prosperous New Year.
News
The latest wind farm news is below. You can view archive news here and download our newsletters here.
News Item: 24/12/2025: Update regarding removal and remediation of brake pads containing asbestos
We would like to update the community with the latest information regarding the removal and remediation of asbestos within brake pad components of internal service equipment in some wind turbines at Biala and Gullen Range.
Over the past few weeks, our site contractor Goldwind Australia has undertaken a thorough assessment of the brake pads used at both Gullen Range Wind Farm and Biala Wind Farm on internal lifts and lifting equipment. Where traces of asbestos have been identified in the brake and clutch pad components of some internal service equipment, affected components have been isolated and exclusion zones established where necessary, until testing or remediation is complete.
Air quality testing has also been conducted by independent hygienists across impacted sites which, to date, has confirmed no detection of airborne asbestos, beyond the detectable threshold, in any affected turbines and therefore zero risk of community exposure. The risk to maintenance workers has also been assessed as being either ‘very low’ or presenting ‘no quantifiable risk’ of exposure to personnel working in the wind turbines.
Goldwind has worked closely with SafeWork to assess the situation and develop a plan to remove and remediate the impacted equipment and turbines. Wind farm owner BJEI Australia has also engaged an independent health and safety expert, who has asbestos expertise, to review these plans.
SafeWork, the independent occupational hygienist, and our own independent health and safety expert have all confirmed that Goldwind’s plans are suitable to ensure the protection of workers and the community. As such the replacement of the impacted components is now underway. This work will continue to be guided by qualified occupational hygienists, the relevant regulatory authorities and experts and will be progressed to remediate and replace the affected brake pads in a way that puts the safety of workers and community first.
Goldwind has also implemented future procurement and import controls from suppliers, including testing reports showing components do not contain asbestos prior to shipping from factory, as well as independent local testing prior to installation.
The health and safety of the community, our workers and contractors remain our highest priority.
News Item: 23/12/2025: December community newsletter
The latest edition of our community newsletter is now available for download here.
News Item: 21/11/2025: Important Update: Asbestos Identified in Wind Turbine Brake Pads
BJEI Australia is aware that the presence of asbestos has been identified in spare brake pads used on some of the internal service lifting devices across the Goldwind fleet of wind turbines in Australia.
Following initial investigations, it has been identified that Gullen Range Wind Farm uses a different brand of service lifting devices and brake pad. However, testing has been undertaken on these brake pads to ensure that no asbestos is present.
Further, as our focus is on the health and safety of our staff, contractors and the community access to the turbines has been closed.
We have remained in constant communication with Goldwind to understand the steps they have taken to ensure the relevant regulatory authorities have the information, access and support they need to undertake a thorough investigation and assessment.
While initial indications suggest that the risks posed are extremely low, the health and safety of our staff, contractors and wider community remain our ultimate focus and priority.
Further, as these lifts are not open to the public, we do not believe there to be concerns about community exposure. However, we will continue to seek regular updates from Goldwind Australia.
We will continue to provide updates to the community as more information comes to hand and will make any necessary changes to our operations as required.
News Item: 19/11/2025: A Day on the Greens – Crookwell Women’s Bowls Open 4’s Tournament
On 13th November, Crookwell hosted the Women’s Bowls Open 4’s Tournament, proudly sponsored once again by Gullen Range Wind Farm. The day was filled with friendly competition and community spirit, with the sun shining for a great day on the greens.
A total of 20 mixed ladies and men’s teams from across the region participated, including Canberra, Young, Yass, Goulburn, Taralga and of course, Crookwell.
The tournament showcased exceptional talent, with first place going to a team from Canberra, who received the Gullen Range Sponsorship Prize. Second and third placed were claimed by Crookwell teams, demonstrating strong local performance.
Gullen Range Wind Farm Community Relations Manager, Erin Fletcher, said “We’re proud to support events like the Crookwell Women’s Bowls Open 4’s Tournament. It’s wonderful to see communities come together and enjoy a day of sport and friendship mixed with some light competition. Congratulations to all the teams who participated, and we look forward to another cracking event next year.”
News Item: 11/11/2025: Apply now – Stage 2 Clean Energy Program funding round closing soon
The final Clean Energy Program (CLEP) funding round for 2025 will close on 22 December 2025, so now is the time to apply!
The CLEP provides funding for residents of eligible properties within 5km of Gullen Range Wind Farm to make energy efficiency improvements to their property, including installation of solar PV panels or battery system, solar hot water and more. The grant value for 2025 is up to $8,370 per eligible property.
This year the Program was also opened to multiple applications, which means previous recipients of Stage 2 funding can apply for additional energy efficiency improvements to their property.
Stage 1 of the Program provides for an energy efficiency expert to conduct an audit of an eligible residence, and can be applied for at any time. Once Stage 1 has been completed, eligible residences can apply for Stage 2 funding.
While this is the final round of funding for this year, the Program will continue in 2026. Updated guidelines and grant values will be added to our website early in the new year.
Further information on the CLEP, including eligibility requirements and application forms, can be found here. Should you have any queries or require assistance with an application, please contact us by emailing [email protected] or calling 1800 509 711.
News Item: 05/11/2025: Clean Energy Council Best Practice Charter – read our 2025 report
Gullen Range Wind Farm owner, BJEI Australia, alongside sister company BJCE Australia, is proud to be a signatory to the Clean Energy Council’s Best Practice Charter for Renewable Energy Developments. This Charter is a set of voluntary commitments to develop and operate projects in a socially responsible way.
Each year, signatories are required to report on their adherence to the Best Practice Charter, with all reports published on the Clean Energy Council website.
Our 2025 report can be viewed here.
Further information on the Clean Energy Council and the Best Practice Charter can be found here.
News Item: 24/10/2024: Gullen Range Wind and Solar Farm Welcomes Visitors on Latest Public Tour
On 15 October 2025, we were delighted to welcome another group of visitors to experience the final Gullen Range Wind and Solar Farm public tour of the year. The tour offered participants a unique opportunity to see renewable energy in action — getting up close to a wind turbine and a solar array and learning more about how clean energy is generated and integrated into the local community.
Although it was a windy day, guests were still able to step out of the bus and stand right up close to one of the operating wind turbines, seeing first-hand the enormous size of these machines. Visitors also had the opportunity to meet the operational staff on site, asking questions about what goes into maintaining the turbines, performing routine maintenance checks, and ensuring the ongoing protection of native wildlife and local fauna.
The tour began with a welcome at the Criterion Hotel in Crookwell, where guests enjoyed complimentary refreshments before boarding the shuttle bus to the site. Over the two-and-a-half-hour experience, participants gained insight into the farm’s operations, safety practices, and commitment to sustainable energy development.
Our team was thrilled by the level of interest and engagement from attendees. Tours continue to be a highlight for locals and visitors alike, helping to build awareness and understanding of renewable energy across the region.
The 2026 Public Tour Schedule is currently being finalised and details will be released in the coming months. You can contact us via email to register your interest and be notified when the new dates are announced or to join the waitlist should a tour book out due to their popularity and limited seats.
We look forward to welcoming more visitors to the wind and solar farm in 2026!
One of the grant recipients from the 2024/25 Gullen Range Wind Farm Community Fund, the Crookwell Golf Course Maintenance Association, are enjoying greatly improved facilities thanks to the construction of a permanent maintenance shed at the course.
The team of dedicated volunteers received $40,000 to assist in the construction of the shed to house their maintenance equipment, as well as to provide stable power and water supply to allow for upkeep of the much-loved community facility.
Crookwell Golf Club President, Tim O’Keefe said that the new shed has reduced the workload for volunteers.
“The funding has been invaluable for us, as our volunteers previously worked on dirt floors. Precision machinery needs to be kept clean, tidy, and well-maintained.”
He continued, “The new shed allows our volunteers to work more efficiently, which is critical for those who keep our greens growing and mowed.”
Wind Farm Community Relations Manager, Erin Fletcher, shared the project’s enthusiasm for supporting local community initiatives. “We’ve been providing funding for the community grant since the wind farm began operations, and it’s fantastic to be able to support the Crookwell community. These initiatives make a real difference for local residents, especially volunteer organisations like the maintenance committee at Crookwell Golf Club.”
“Every year, we look forward to reviewing the high-quality applications we receive. It’s rewarding to assist the community, share the benefits of the wind farm, and remain actively involved ourselves.”
More than $650,000 in grants have been provided to local community groups and initiatives since the Fund was implemented in 2017, with the program administered by Upper Lachlan Shire Council through a S355 committee. More information on the Community Enhancement Program can be found here.