AMPYR is proposing to develop a state-of the-art Battery Energy Storage System (BESS) in the Gippsland town of Bunyip, in Victoria designed to store energy for use during peak times.

The proposed project will strengthen energy reliability and grid stability during periods of peak demand, support local jobs and training, and deliver lasting value for the surrounding community while meeting all local and state regulatory and safety requirements.

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Stage 1

375 MW

1,500 MWh battery size, developed in 2 stages

95000

homes powered during peak demand periods when renewables are not producing

> 150

up to 150 peak construction workforce

Project Status

2025

Site Selection Complete

2025

Scoping studies Complete

Q1 2026

$40,000 Community Benefit Fund launched

Location

Wimpole Battery is located on low-grade agricultural land along the Princes Highway in Bunyip North, within the Cardinia shire in Victoria.

The project will connect to a purpose built substation at the project location.

AMPYR is committed to fostering economic empowerment and development opportunities for the local community, including employment, training and procurement, and codesigning benefit in collaboration with local communities.
AMPYR is committed to fostering economic empowerment and development opportunities for the local community, including employment, training and procurement, and codesigning benefit in collaboration with local communities.
AMPYR is committed to fostering economic empowerment and development opportunities for the local community, including employment, training and procurement, and codesigning benefit in collaboration with local communities.

Community

AMPYR is committed to working with local communities to support jobs and business opportunities, avoid and minimise impacts and deliver lasting benefits for local people.

Community Benefits

AMPYR is committed to fostering economic empowerment and development opportunities for the local community, including employment, training and procurement, and codesigning benefit in collaboration with local communities.

Community Fund Program

Over $40,000 of funding was provided during the 2025 round of the Wimpole Battery Community Benefit Fund. We will be excited to launch the second round later in 2026.

For more information about the Community Benefit Fund, click here.

Community Reference Group

AMPYR is inviting Expressions of Interest (EO) to join the Wimpole Battery Community Reference Group – an advisory group that will provide guidance during development and construction and help inform how the project shares benefits locally into the future.

Apply to join the Community Reference Group here or contact: community@ampyrenergy.com

Empowering Australia’s First Nations

AMPYR is committed to partnering with local First Nations communities to respect culture and Country, support local jobs, business and training, and delivery legacy benefits for the community.

AMPYR is also committed to pursuing equity partnerships with local First Nations communities, where this delivers benefits for the project and the community. Equity stakes in AMPYR can deliver 20+ year revenues, support First Nations economic empowerment and self-determination.