The Super Hub

Delivering clean energy for North Queensland.

Windlab is developing the North Queensland Super Hub—a landmark renewable energy precinct designed to power Queensland’s low-carbon future while supporting regional communities.

Located on the traditional lands of the Yirendali People, the Super Hub will play a critical role in reducing carbon emissions, with an expected abatement of 22 million tonnes of carbon annually.

Comprising multiple co-located but individually permitted renewable energy projects, the most progressed developments within the Super Hub are the Prairie and Wongalee wind farms, with additional projects in the early stages of planning.

North Queensland is home to some of the most consistent and powerful renewable energy resources in Australia. The Super Hub harnesses the region’s natural energy patterns, leveraging world-class wind resources that complement the abundant solar energy available across the state. The inverse correlation between the two generation sources ensures a reliable and steady supply of power, balancing emerging production and demand throughout the day and across seasons.

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The location

The heart of Queensland’s renewable energy opportunity.

The North Queensland Super Hub is being developed on pastoral land around Hughenden in partnership with landowners, Traditional Owners, community members and other stakeholders.

The region is home to a high-yield, complimentary wind and solar resource and is ideally suited for multiple offtake opportunities. Renewable energy projects are also highly compatible with the existing use of the land as grazing country for livestock.

The projects

Leading the way.

The Prairie and Wongalee wind farms are neighbouring projects within the Super Hub. Prairie is fully permitted and progressing through the final stages of development, while Wongelee is advancing through regulatory approvals. Stakeholder engagement continues for both projects to ensure local communities remain informed and have the opportunity to get involved.

Both projects will deliver significant economic benefits to the region, providing jobs, investment, and opportunities for regional businesses.

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Our commitment to First Nations engagement

Windlab is dedicated to fostering opportunities for Traditional Owners to actively participate in our projects. We respect First Nations culture, knowledge, and agency in all our endeavours, empowering Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander Australians to share the future of renewable energy developments on Country and across Australia.

With over a decade of engagement in the region and through the development, construction and operation of Kennedy Energy Park, Windlab has built a long-standing relationship with the Yirendali Traditional Owners. Our focus is on open and transparent consultation, protecting Cultural Heritage, and providing equitable opportunities that honour the region’s First Nations histories and connections to Country.

This partnership reflects our shared commitment to caring for Country, respecting cultural traditions, and ensuring the Yirendali People play a key role in the region’s clean energy future.

Leading approach driving sustainable outcomes

Windlab strives for excellence in proactive and detailed community engagement. Our approach aligns with the International Association for Public Participation’s (IAP2) Public Participation Spectrum, the Clean Energy Council's (CEC) Best Practice Charter for Renewable Energy Projects, and the Queensland Renewable Energy Council’s co-designed Draft Developer and Investor Toolkit for Leading Practice Landholder and Community Engagement.

As a signatory to the CEC’s Best Practice Charter, Windlab ensures that our renewable energy projects protect community, environmental, and cultural values. We are committed to informing, involving, and benefiting our host communities and key stakeholders. Additionally, as a patron of the Re-Alliance (Australian Renewable Energy Alliance), we advocate for an energy transition that delivers long-term benefits and prosperity to regional areas.

Hughenden local standing in brush at sunset with wind turbines in the background.

Responsible development

We are the Renewable Generation.

Our unrivalled track record, coupled with our decade-long presence in the Hughenden region and deep commitment to supporting better overall outcomes for local people, places and the planet ensures we’re uniquely placed to unlock this transformational opportunity and deliver lasting benefits we can all share.

Windlab

An Australian company supporting the nation's clean energy transition.

For 20 years, we've used our world-leading science and expertise to find, develop, and deliver the best performing clean energy projects on the planet.

We engage locals and respect the needs and wishes of communities, and take pride in driving positive socioeconomic outcomes for regional Australia.

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