Progressing Tarraleah Redevelopment Project
Hydro Tasmania has reached a major milestone in its plan to redevelop the iconic Tarraleah hydropower scheme, and ensure successful future renewable generation.
Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan, said the first phase of the construction tender has been announced.
"This is about investing in our future for both existing assets and new projects," Minister Duigan said.
"This is a significant milestone and offers opportunities for Australian and more local businesses, large and small."
The Request for Proposal includes seeking engineering, procurement and construction contractors to deliver the next stage.
"Hydro Tasmania will ensure local businesses will have the opportunity to help deliver this project, working with Industry Capability Network Tasmania to ensure local involvement," Minister Duigan said.
Continuing to invest in our existing hydropower system is an important part of meeting our future energy demand.
"Tarraleah has been servicing Tasmania for more than eight decades, but we know it's reaching the end of its life," Minister Duigan said.
"The Request for Proposal will provide market-informed cost estimates, which is a critical component of a Final Investment Decision.
"This is about delivering a high degree of confidence and certainty in the project's constructability and the final cost estimate, ahead of endorsement by the Government and Parliament."
Hydro Tasmania attended the International Hydropower Association's forum in Canberra today, where the Securing a resilient energy future for Australia document was launched, delivering recommendations for international hydropower development.
"Hydropower has powered Tasmania for over a century and will continue to be the backbone of our energy system for years to come."
https://www.premier.tas.gov.au/latest-news/2026/progressing-the-tarraleah-redevelopment-project
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