Commonwealth decision on proposed Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal (August 2025)
The Port of Hastings Corporation (PoHC) welcomes the Commonwealth Government decision to determine the proposed Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal project be a Controlled Action under the Environment Protection and Biodiversity Conservation (EPBC) Act.
PoHC’s new EPBC Act referral submission was published on 25 June 2025 following more than 18 months of detailed technical studies, preliminary environmental assessments, and significant design refinement.
You can access the Commonwealth’s decision on the 2025 EPBC Act referral via the EPBC Act Public Portal here.
You can learn more about the EPBC Act referral on the Victorian Renewable Energy Terminal website here.
ABOUT the port
Western Port has been an active trading port since the 1800’s. The Port of Hastings Corporation manages our modern Port.
Health, Safety and Environment
The Port of Hastings lies within Western Port, an area that offers significant environmental values that are recognised worldwide.
Port Operations
Please contact the Harbour Master at the Port of Hastings office on 0429 008 812 for clarification on restrictions applicable to vessels at the various berths.
COMMUNITY
We are committed to working closely with the Western Port community and other stakeholders.
Security
The Port of Hastings is a security regulated port and has a Maritime Security Plan as required by the Maritime Transport and Offshore Facilities Security Act.
Victorian renewable energy terminal project
The Port of Hastings is set to play a key role in Victoria’s renewable energy transition to a clean energy future.