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Solar and Electrical retailers, contractors and installers are invited to join us for an online webinar to learn about changes to the EG Technical Connection Requirements including updated requirements for battery installs aligned with the State Government launch of the WA Residential Battery Scheme Stay informed of the new requirements and get a clear overview of our proposed changes with the opportunity to ask our technical team questions during the one-hour session. Register for one of two timeslots below: https://www.horizonpower.com.au/dertechnicalrequirements - Webinar 1: 4pm – 5pm on Monday, 7 April 2025 - Webinar 2: 8am – 9am on Wednesday, 9 April 2025 We look forward to seeing you there.
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FAQs
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What is happening?
The Department of Communities (Communities), Horizon Power and Water Corporation want to make sure that everyone has access to safe, efficient and reliable power and water services.
Communities previously delivered limited, unlicensed power, water and wastewater services to 141 communities across the Kimberley, Pilbara, Midwest and Goldfields through the Remote Essential and Municipal Services program.
On 1 April 2023, Communities began transferring responsibility for power, water and wastewater services to State-owned utilities Horizon Power and Water Corporation.
On-the-ground power and water services will continue to be provided by community residents existing Aboriginal-owned regional service providers. -
What will change for communities?
On a day-to-day basis, nothing will change for communities. The service providers who currently maintain on-the-ground power and water infrastructure will continue to do so.
Horizon Power will now support the provider’s delivery of power services and Water Corporation will now support the provider’s delivery of water and wastewater services. -
What are the benefits for communities?
Power and water services will be looked after by Government agencies who are specialists in providing these services and have many years’ experience delivering power and water, including in remote communities.
The transfer is the first step to ensure residents receive the same standard of power and water services as similar sized communities in the State. -
Does Horizon Power cover just essential services or municipal as well?
Horizon Power provides essential services for power such as power lines and other infrastructure. Should you require electrical items or repairs for your home, you need to contact Department of Communities if living in a Communities managed house, or a hire an electrical contractor if the premise is privately owned.
To find an approved electrical contractor in your area, visit Department of Mines, Industry Regulation and Safety website.
Horizon Power acknowledges the Traditional Custodians throughout Western Australia and their continuing connection to the land, waters and community. We pay our respects to all members of the Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities and their cultures; and to Elders past, present and emerging.
We recognise and appreciate a continued connection through stories, traditions and living cultures and commit to building a brighter future together. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are advised that this presentation may contain images, names or voices of deceased people.