The Government of Western Australia has a long-term goal to supply underground power to at least 50% of homes in Perth by 2010, with similar a improvement program in regional areas of the State.
Western Power is achieving this target in a number of ways. For example:
There are other ways to get underground power. At any time, you can apply to have your overhead service cable changed to an underground pole to pillar connection at a subsidised rate. Also, residents may form a neighbourhood collective to have their street or neighbourhood converted to underground power.
Underground power supplies are safer and more secure in severe weather conditions. They remove the need for tree pruning and improve the appearance of the street.
These programs apply to distribution lines operating at 33,000 volts or less. Transmission lines (66,000 volts and above) are generally not placed underground.
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Page update on 6 June 2007
