In July 2025, Territory Generation proudly hosted a milestone celebration at Tennant Creek Power Station to commemorate 50 years of powering the region. Since its commissioning in July 1975 with just 7.2 MW of diesel generation, the station has transformed into a modern facility with 21.9 MW of installed capacity, primarily fuelled by natural gas with diesel backup for contingencies.
The event brought together staff, community members and special guests, including the Hon Gerard Maley MLA, Deputy Chief Minister; the Honourable Bill Yan MLA, Treasurer; and the Honourable Steven Edgington MLA, Minister for Essential Services. Territory Generation also acknowledged the Waramungu people, traditional custodians of the Patta land on which the station stands.
CEO Gerhard Laubscher addressed attendees, reflecting on the station’s legacy and outlining future opportunities. He spoke about Territory Generation’s recent microgrid feasibility studies—funded through the Australian Government’s Regional and Remote Communities Reliability Fund—which explored ways to increase renewable energy integration at remote sites like Tennant Creek. These studies, along with the 2024 market sounding, are helping guide plans for potential renewable and long-duration battery storage solutions, with a continued focus on delivering reliable, efficient and cost-effective power.
We also recognised the contributions of our dedicated staff over the past five decades, with special mention to recent station coordinators Kevin Edwin, Hal Ruger and Matthew Blankenspoor. Their leadership and commitment continue to shape the success of Tennant Creek Power Station.
July 2025