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NewGen Power Kwinana has a dual impact: powering Western Australia and contributing to local economic growth.

During construction, the power station brought in an estimated $100 million and created over 300 jobs. After joining the South West Interconnected System (SWIS) in 2008, the station now reliably employs around 27 Western Australians full-time.

Environmentally, the station follows high standards to manage the impact of operations. More information can be found here.

The wellbeing of the Kwinana community is important to us. NewGen Kwinana aims to seek opportunities to give back to the local communities and support those who have supported us.

Our sponsorship program is driven by a passion for humanity and kindness. We want to support positive change in the community, so we engage with a range of charitable causes that help make a real, practical difference to the lives of the people in the region.

Each year, we select a variety of local organisations to support. If you would like to discuss a sponsorship opportunity, please email sponsorship@sscpower.com.au 

THE FRANK KONECNY COMMUNITY CENTRE

NewGen Power are proud supporters of The Frank Konecny Community Centre, located in the Kwinana area, Western Australia. This vital not for profit organisation offers a diverse range of services, including crisis support, exercise classes, art programs, and crucial emergency relief to members of the Kwinana community. With much needed funding and employee engagement activities, NewGen Power’s goal is to build a meaningful, ongoing relationship with the centre and together, realise a positive impact on the Kwinana community and those most vulnerable and in need.

YOUTH ART AWARDS

Discovering the vibrant creativity of Kwinana’s talented youth, Kwinana Industries Council Youth Art Awards is proudly sponsored by NewGen Kwinana. Each year, over 100 students from schools within the KIC Education Partnership participate in this renowned exhibition, showcasing their exceptional artwork. Selected by their schools and submitted to KIC, these pieces represent the diverse talents thriving in our local community. Held at the Gary Holland Community Centre across two floors, this annual event inspires and celebrates the artistic achievements of students in the Kwinana area, with approximately 100 artworks on display.

Education development program

NewGen is proud to once again support the Kwinana Industry Council’s (KIC) Education Development Program creating pathways for students in the Kwinana community to enter into the industrial workforce. Electro-technology Pre-apprenticeship students Jamie and Byron learn valuable skills from Operations and Maintenance Team Leader Matt Wilkinson.
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Clean up australia

 

 Clean Up Australia Limited is a not-for-profit Australian environmental conservation organisation. Clean Up Australia inspires and works with communities to clean up, fix up and conserve our environment. 

NewGen Kwinana’s team volunteers their time annually to clean up Kwinana Beach and the surrounding areas. 

cancer council

NewGen Kwinana annually hosts an Australia’s Biggest Morning Tea event in support of the Cancer Council. All donations collected go directly to the Cancer Council to fund world-class cancer research, which has significantly increased cancer survival rates over the years.

movember

Movember is an annual event involving the growing of moustaches during the month of November to raise awareness of men’s health issues, such as prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and men’s suicide. Each year, our incredible employees raise awareness, participate and fundraise for this cause. 

 

foodbank

Foodbank is Australia’s largest food relief organisation, operating on a scale that makes it crucial to the work of the front-line charities who are feeding vulnerable Australians. Foodbank provides more than 70% of the food rescued for food relief organisations nationwide.

 

During the Christmas season, NewGen Kwinana took part in the Foodbank Christmas Drive, gathering food and essential items to donate to those facing hardship.

GUILDFORD GRAMMAR SCHOOL SCHOLARSHIPS

NewGen Kwinana previously provided scholarships to Indigenous students at Guildford Grammar School. This initiative by NewGen Kwinana aims to support the educational journey of Indigenous students, fostering greater diversity and inclusion within the school community.