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About this page
This page is for people affected or interested by the transition to net zero for the Latrobe Valley.
About the Latrobe Valley
For more than a century, the Latrobe Valley and broader Gippsland region has been a powerhouse for Victoria and generated electricity to the National Electricity Market.
Whilst the building and operation of power stations and associated coal mines are a source of pride for the people of Latrobe Valley, the region offers a range of economic opportunities for the community, including in new energy and energy transition services, health services, agriculture and tourism.
Latest
Stay up to date with the transition from across the Latrobe Vally and Gippsland Region.
Working together through Latrobe’s transition
Senator Jess Walsh hosts Gippsland's offshore wind roundtable
Region in focus: Latrobe Valley
Victoria’s powerhouse for more than100 years
Gippsland workers on the winds of change
Energy Australia’s Yallourn Careers Fair supporting its workers transition to new jobs
New industries & Projects
The transition in Latrobe Valley is supported by significant renewable generation and storage solutions, including both planned and ongoing initiatives. Among these are the Delburn Wind Farm and the Latrobe Valley Battery Energy Storage System.
Solar
Developing solar power generation in the Latrobe Valley is an important step in moving towards a renewable energy future. It also helps the Latrobe Valley transition to a cleaner economy.
The Latrobe Valley is home to a number of solar farms and solar proposals. This marks a significant investment in the region’s renewable energy infrastructure.
Regional supports
Find out what plans and support is available for the workers, businesses and communities across Latrobe Valley. To find out more about general supports for workers go to our Workers page.
Regional Plans
The Latrobe will see a number of coal-fired power stations and mines close over the coming decades. The Australian Government aims to make sure workers and communities are supported when major facilities close to make sure downside impacts are minimised.
The Authority is supporting the Department of Employment and Workplace Relations to develop Regional Workforce Transition Plans. These plans will provide transition supports to workers, their families and communities that are significantly impacted by facility closures.
In the lead up to a power station closing in a region, we will also undertake an assessment process. The assessment will determine if extra support is needed for power station workers under the Energy Industry Jobs Plan.
Regional Workforce Transition Plans
Regional Workforce Transition Plans will help coordinate employment and skills supports to enable regions to manage the impact of closures while maximising the benefits of the transition.
Energy Industry Jobs Plan
The Energy Industry Jobs Plan (the EIJP) provides support directly to workers to prepare for and transition into a new job when eligible coal-fired or gas-fired power stations close.
Supports
The following supports are available in the Latrobe Valley.
Training support
Building a net zero workforce for the future.
Training support
The Victorian Government has established a $50 million TAFE Clean Energy Fund to fund clean economy projects in regional Victoria. This includes investments in new and upgraded facilities, such as Stage 2 of the Asia Pacific Renewable Energy Training Centre at Federation TAFE, a clean energy centre at TAFE Gippsland’s Morwell Campus, and a Building Innovation and Design Centre at South West TAFE.
Skills and Jobs Centres
Skills and Jobs Centres offer free career, employment and training support services.
Skills and Jobs Centres
Skills and Jobs Centres offer free career, employment and training support services.
The centres are open to all members of the community. Whether you’re a recent graduate, an experienced worker looking for a change, or someone who has been out of the workforce for some time, Skills and Jobs Centres help achieve your training and career goals.
Jobs Victoria Work and Learning Centre Geelong
10 – 14 Station Street
Norlane Vic 3214
Phone: (03) 5277 3519
Jobs Victoria Work and Learning Centre Gippsland
1 Hoyle Street
Morwell Vic 3840
Phone: (03) 5127 4544
Email: frontdesk@gest.com.au
Jobs Victoria Work and Learning Centre Ballarat
Ballarat South Community Hub
11 Tuppen Drive
Sebastopol Vic 3356 (and various outreach locations)
Phone: (03) 5329 3273
Email: info@ballaratnc.org.au
Jobs Victoria Work and Learning Centre Shepparton
23 Alexandra Street
Mooroopna Vic 3629
Phone: 0490 120 245
Email: wlcshepparton@bsl.org.au
Counselling services
Counselling services
Beyond Blue
Working to help all people in Australia to achieve their best possible mental health.
24/7 support for anxiety, depression and suicide prevention.
Call 1300 22 4636
Lifeline
Provides all Australians experiencing emotional distress with access to 24-hour crisis support and suicide prevention services.
Call 13 11 14
Contact
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