Gullen Solar Farm

The Gullen Solar Farm project is an operational solar photovoltaic (PV) power plant with an installed capacity of 10MW. The solar farm is co-located within the existing Gullen Range Wind Farm making Gullen Range the first large-scale co-located wind and solar farm in Australia. Locating the solar farm adjacent to the wind farm minimises required infrastructure (such as roads, power lines and telecommunications), meaning a reduction in environmental impact and project cost. Construction of the solar farm was supported by a grant from ARENA.

The solar farm consists of 42,000 solar panels and first generated electricity in 2017. It produces approximately 22,000 megawatt-hours of clean renewable energy each year, which is enough energy to supply approximately 3,100 NSW homes. The operating life of the solar farm will be 25 – 30 years.

BJCE Australia is proud to be a founding signatory of the Clean Energy Council’s Best Practice Charter for Renewable Energy Developments. The charter is a voluntary set of commitments to reflect our promise to develop and operate projects in a socially responsible way. The charter can be downloaded here.

Please feel free to contact us if you would like further information, or if you would like to provide feedback or lodge a complaint about the solar farm.

 

News

The latest solar farm news is below. You can view all our news here.

 

News Item: 03/07/2026: Gullen Range Wind Farm Community Fund provides over $118,000 for local projects

More than $118,000 has been awarded to eight local projects and events through the latest round of the Gullen Range Wind Farm Community Fund, supporting initiatives that will enhance local facilities and strengthen community connection.

This year’s successful projects include upgrades to community halls, sporting facilities and school playgrounds, as well as programs focused on food assistance, environmental education and celebrating women in agriculture. Together, the projects reflect the passion and community spirit that make the region around the wind farm such a vibrant place to live and work.

Each year, Gullen Range Wind Farm contributes funding through its Community Enhancement Program. Applications are assessed by an Upper Lachlan Shire Council S355 committee comprising local residents, ensuring funding is directed towards projects that deliver lasting benefits for the community.

The successful applicants in this year’s funding round were:

  • Crookwell Golf Club – Club Electrical Upgrade (partial funding of $7,840)
  • Bannister District Hall Association Inc – Hall Roof Replacement (partial funding of $44,973.42)
  • Vinnies Crookwell – Food Assistance ($5,000)
  • Australian River Restoration Centre – Rivers of Carbon Program – Understanding Your Landscape Webinar Series ($18,260)
  • Rotary Club of Crookwell Inc – Firewood Raffles ($3,426)
  • St Mary’s Primary School – New and Improved Inclusive Playground Equipment ($30,000)
  • Australian Agricultural Centre – International Women’s Day: Women in Agriculture ($1,000)
  • Crookwell & District Basketball Association – New Lighting ($7,700)

We are proud to support local organisations that are making a meaningful difference across the region. Congratulations to all successful applicants. We look forward to seeing these projects come to life and the positive impact they will have on local residents for years to come.

 

 

News Item: 04/05/2026: Gullen Range Wind & Solar Farm honours Anzac Day at Grabben Gullen service

Gullen Range Wind & Solar Farm Site Manager Andrew Sinclair attended the 2026 Anzac Day service in Grabben Gullen, laying a wreath on behalf of the wind and solar farms to honour the service and sacrifice of Australian and New Zealand defence personnel.
The service provided an opportunity for the community to come together in reflection and remembrance. Andrew said it was a privilege to represent the wind and solar farms and to take part in an occasion that holds deep meaning for many local families.
“It’s important we pause to remember the courage and sacrifice of the Anzacs, and to acknowledge the service of today’s defence personnel,” Andrew said. “Laying a wreath on behalf of the wind and solar farms is a small way we can show our respect and support for the communities we’re part of.”
Gullen Range Wind & Solar Farm is proud to support local commemorations and to stand with the surrounding community on Anzac Day.

 

 

News Item: 02/04/2026: March community newsletter

The latest edition of our project newsletter is now available to download here.

 

 

News Item: 09/03/2026: Rain can’t dampen spirits at Goulburn Rose Tournament

A touch of rain didn’t stop the 2026 Goulburn Railway Bowlers annual Rose Tournament, held from 24–27 February, with women’s and men’s triples teams from across NSW competing in two-day events.

Tournament sponsor Gullen Range Wind Farm supported the event again this year, with Site Manager Andrew Sinclair attending to present prizes. More than $4,500 in prize money was shared across six winning men’s and women’s teams.

The Tournament has become a highlight of the local lawn bowls calendar, bringing together another strong turnout of lawn bowls fans from far and wide. Congratulations to all of the winners and to the Goulburn Railway Bowling Club for hosting another great event.

Above: Solar Farm Site Manager, Andrew Sinclair, with the women’s and men’s tournament champions