Community
The Darumbal People
The Darumbal people have inhabited the Rockhampton Region for millennia, maintaining a deep connection to Country. CQP is committed to supporting their progress and that of the local community. We have a cultural heritage agreement in place with the Darumbal people to manage and protect their land and culture throughout the project. Negotiations for an Indigenous Land Use Agreement (ILUA) and partnership aim to align the Moah Creek Wind Farm with sustainable development principles and respect and enhance the interests and cultural values of the Darumbal people.
Committed to Community
Energy Estate, CleanCo and RES are committed to honest, early and comprehensive engagement with all stakeholders and communities hosting their projects.
Our vision is to create positive and enduring social and economic legacies. Recognising the long-term impact of projects like CQP, we strive to ensure community satisfaction. Through collaboration, we aim to bolster resilience against climate shifts and support local innovation and manufacturing.
CQP Community Engagement Advisors regularly hold events in the surrounding areas of the Project. These events provide the opportunity to ask questions, and to learn about the Project in greater detail. Updates will be issued on the website following the events.
Community Benefits
We are deeply committed to both harnessing renewable energy through our projects and ensuring we create tangible benefits for the local communities where our projects operate.
Approx. 400 Direct Jobs
During construction phase.
Employment benefits extend to suppliers
Including fuel/water supply, vehicle servicing, uniform suppliers, tradespersons, tool and equipment suppliers etc.
15 Full Time Staff
Throughout the 25-30 year operation and maintenance phase.
Community benefit sharing
Established to provide positive and lasting benefits to the local community that extend beyond the life of the project.
Employment benefits extend to hospitality
Including hotels/motels, B&Bs, cafes, pubs, catering, cleaning companies etc.
Community Fund
CQP is committed to supporting the communities that host our renewable energy projects.. The Project will establish a community fund once the project is operational.
The fund will provide ongoing funding to support local community groups over the life of the project. Input will be sought from the community to inform and shape implementation.
Consultative Committee
CQP plans to establish a Community Consultative Committee (CCC) for open communication during the development, construction, and early operations of the Project. The CCC, comprising 6 to 20 local community members, a Council representative, up to 2 Project Team members, and an independent Chairperson, will facilitate structured dialogue about the projects. Expressions of interest from community members will be sought, followed by confirmation and further details on CCC formation. Contact us to register your interest.
To download the Terms of Reference for the CCC, including the community application form, please click here.
Careers & Opportunities
If you are looking to start a career in renewables, there are many ways you can be involved in this exciting and growing industry.
From Environmental Advisor, to Legal Advisor, to Wind Turbine technician, there is a huge range of dynamic and fulfilling roles that aim to build a more intuitive future.
