28 November 2025
Madeleine Ogilvie, Minister for the Environment
Nick Duigan, Minister for Energy and Renewables
The Board of the Environment Protection Authority, Tasmania (EPA) has granted its formal environmental approval for the Heybridge Shore Crossing component of the Marinus Link project.
This milestone clears the final major step under the Environmental Management and Pollution Control Act 1994 (EMPC Act), enabling the project to progress to detailed planning and construction.
“Today’s decision is a testament to the rigorous assessment process undertaken by the EPA, ensuring environmental safeguards meet the highest standards,” Minister for Environment, Madeleine Ogilvie said.
Minister for Energy and Renewables, Nick Duigan, said this approval means we are a step closer to realising the benefits of Marinus Link.
"Marinus will deliver lower power prices, create more than 2,000 jobs in Tasmania, generate huge economic stimulus, and deliver intergenerational energy infrastructure," Minister Duigan said.
“It is estimated an additional $470 million will be added to the State’s bottom line each year on average, ensuring we can invest more in hospitals, schools, roads and keep power prices low."
The Marinus Link — a 1,500 MW high-voltage direct current (HVDC) interconnector — will link Tasmania’s renewable energy resources across Bass Strait to the national grid in Victoria.
Within Tasmania, the approved works include horizontal directional drilling and cable laying from the converter station at Heybridge, under the shoreline and extending offshore through State waters.
The EPA’s approval includes strict environmental conditions, ensuring the project is delivered in an environmentally sustainable manner.
The Tasmanian Government thanks the EPA Board, the project proponent Marinus Link Pty Ltd, and all stakeholders for their diligence and contributions throughout the assessment process.
Further project details, including conditions and next steps, are available on the EPA Tas - Marinus Link updates page.