In his letter (Eumundi Green, 25 January 2008), Mr Jardine, CE, Powerlink states that the reason the grid capacity has to be expanded “is driven by the ever increasing demand for electricity by consumers”. There are three points which immediately spring to mind. First is the assumption that electricity demand will be “ever [...]
It seems that Powerlink is spending a considerable amount of its community consultation budget on propaganda, not consultation. What purpose does it serve to keep repeating to the community that electricity use has increased by 500% in more than 40 years? Is this to confuse the community about the estimated capacity of the new powerlines [...]
Thank you once again for your ongoing enthusiasm with Eumundi Green and sharing local news and interesting happenings.
The Page 3 “The Voices” in Issue 36 of Eumundi Green, “What would you wish for the Eumundi, Doonan, Verrierdale and surrounding areas by the end of the year,” has prompted a heartfelt response from me.
We are [...]
Mr Jardine (Powerlink Chief Executive) in his letter of 25 January suggests I have not accurately represented Powerlink’s approach to EMFs. Those who have had their concerns dismissed at information meetings know it is not the case. Mr Jardine makes much of “prudent avoidance”. This policy admits there may be a problem and attempts to [...]
