Notification of works

Tintinara substation upgrade

October – December 2023

What we’re doing

We are upgrading the Tintinara substation to secure the power supply reliability for customers in the area. The project includes replacing two aging high-voltage transformers that were installed in the 1950s with a single modern ground unit. 

We will also be upgrading other equipment, removing some poles and some chain mesh fencing, leaving the stock fencing. All work will take place within the substation located at 72 Carcuma Road, Tintinara and is scheduled to start in October, with completion expected by the end of December 2023. 

Work will not be conducted every day during this period.

How this affects you

The majority of work is scheduled to occur during daylight hours, with the possibility of some work on weekends. We will notify you in advance of any changes that may result in nightworks. 

Power outages

Customers will experience one power outage during this work. If your property will be affected, we will send a card, or send SMS/emails to subscribed customers, typically two weeks before the planned outage. 

If you do not already receive free SMS/email updates about your power, you can subscribe by using the QR code, via our website, or call us for assistance. You need the National Meter Identifier (NMI) from your electricity bill to subscribe. 

Noise

There will be some noise from our work, including civil work and the operation of heavy machinery and vehicles such as cranes.

Thank you

Thank you in advance for your patience during this important work. Our crews and contractors will minimise any disruption as much as possible, however we apologise for any inconvenience you may experience.

Further information

If you have any questions about our work, please contact Kate in our customer communications team during business hours via phone (08) 7326 2924 or email, CustomerCommunication@sapowernetworks.com.au

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• Interpreter service: 13 14 50        
• Postal address: GPO Box 77, Adelaide SA 5001
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