VNI West Transmission Line Agricultural Impact Assessment

RMCG has been engaged to assess the potential agricultural impacts of the VNI West transmission line's construction and operation. RMCG is a consulting firm with a strong focus on agriculture, environment, and regional development based in Bendigo.

This work forms part of the Environmental Effects Statement (EES), a document that examines the potential environmental, social, and economic effects of major projects. The EES process aims to ensure all potential impacts are carefully considered and community feedback is included in project planning and decisions.

The source of information you provide will be kept confidential. The data will only be used to help inform the agricultural impact assessment.

We understand there is a high degree of concern within the farming community about this project, particularly regarding its potential impact on agricultural production. We are very keen to hear directly from farmers about what they see as concern for production. Particularly when the proposed transmission lines are under construction and after they are built. Your insights will be valuable in helping us to develop a comprehensive agricultural impact assessment.

Thank you for your time and valuable input.

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* 1. If you feel comfortable, please tell us your name:

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* 2. Please indicate which town you are closest to:

Stawell

St Arnaud

Donald

Charlton

Kerang

I'm outside north western Victoria

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* 3. Which category best describes you?

Directly Impacted Farmer - Farmers whose land may be used for the proposed transmission line infrastructure, leading to operational and land use impacts

Close Neighbour Farmer - Farmers near the proposed transmission line infrastructure who may experience indirect impacts, such as visual changes or construction disturbances

Farmers outside of the project area - Farmers whose properties are outside the project area and will not be directly impacted by the proposed transmission line project

Agricultural service provider - Someone who supports farmers e.g. agronomist, contractor, consultant, banker, peak bodies

Rural Resident- Individuals living in small towns and rural areas may experience changes in their environment and local infrastructure due to the project.

Emergency Services Personnel - Firefighters and other emergency responders

Traditional Owner

Local Business Owner

Environmental and Conservation Group representative

None of the above