Tiny village of Rouchel faces biggest visual impact from REZ transmission line

Key points

• The New England REZ transmission line will affect the Upper Hunter community of Rouchel more than any other area, according to its environmental impact statement. All four receivers rated as having high visual impact sit near Rouchel Brook, including the Rouchel Uniting Church.
• Residents asked for the corridor to move further west, but EnergyCo says it cannot shift the line much further.
• Noise from construction and corona noise from the wires is also flagged, particularly near Tamworth.