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Recommendation 17
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Review removing specific electricity distribution infrastructure from NSIP regime for faster delivery.
Recommendation
The Government should review whether some types of electricity distribution infrastructure should be removed from the Nationally Significant Infrastructure Projects regime and instead consented under section 37 of the Electricity Act 1989, to speed up delivery critical to Clean Power by 2030. These may include 132kV wood poles. (Recommendation, Paragraph 49) The role of community engagement in building public support for strategic plans
Government Response
A response document is linked to this report, dated 19 November 2025. Response attribution to this recommendation has not been verified. Read the response document ↗