Victoria has approved another major wind project, with the 400-megawatt Mt Fyans Wind Farm set to supply power to almost 250,000 homes in the state’s south-west.
Planning Minister Sonya Kilkenny confirmed the project’s approval, making it the third-largest wind farm signed off by the Allan Government in the past decade. The facility will comprise 81 turbines near Mortlake and generate more than 100 construction jobs, alongside 10 permanent operational roles.
Wind energy remains Victoria’s largest renewable contributor, delivering 21 per cent of the state’s electricity in the first half of 2025. Wholesale market figures show Victoria averaged $106 per megawatt hour in the last financial year – significantly below prices in other states.
The Mt Fyans project was referred to a Planning Panel for review following consultation with residents, community groups and agencies. The panel supported the development on condition of biodiversity protections, including safeguards for bats and brolgas.
Located within the South-West Renewable Energy Zone, the wind farm forms part of Victoria’s Transmission Plan to cluster new generation in optimal areas. The state has so far met all renewable targets and is working toward 65 per cent generation by 2030 and 95 per cent by 2035.
The government estimates 67,000 workers will be required by 2040 to deliver the energy transition, a 60 per cent increase from today’s workforce.
Minister Kilkenny said: “We’re making good decisions faster that will still protect the local environment, while providing Victorian households with cheaper energy.”
Energy Minister Lily D’Ambrosio added: “The Mt Fyans Wind Farm will not only provide cheaper and reliable energy for hundreds of thousands of Victorians – it’ll also provide a major boost to the economy of South-West Victoria.”
Member for South West Victoria Jacinta Ermacora said: “Renewable energy is the cheapest form of new build energy available – it helps bring down power prices and creates great new jobs for locals.”