Wind energy development in Oceania is entering a rapid growth phase, with Australia expected to reach 26GW of installed wind capacity by 2030, according to new industry analysis.
Forecasts based on the latest Integrated System Plan from the Australian Energy Market Operator show significant expansion in both onshore and offshore wind, despite rising construction costs reducing earlier projections of 42GW.
The Victorian government is also preparing to launch its first competitive auction for 2GW of offshore wind in August 2026, marking a key step in the sector’s deployment.
Gippsland has emerged as a strategic development hub, with potential generation capacity of up to 25GW and several major projects already in progress.
The momentum is mirrored in New Zealand, where the wind market is expected to grow at an annual rate of more than 13%, reaching an estimated value of $38.53bn (£30.4bn).
The growth is driven by the government’s target to achieve a fully renewable electricity system by 2035, which is accelerating approvals for large-scale wind farms.
Industry experts warn that the scale of construction planned around 2030 will create unprecedented demand for specialist lifting equipment and logistics services, as turbines continue to increase in size.
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