What written advice, if any, has the Minister received relating to a fast-track consent application for the previously axed Lake Onslow hydro project?

Answer

On 18 March 2026, I referred the Clutha Pumped Hydro Project to the fast-track process, meaning it is eligible to lodge a substantive application to be considered by an expert panel. All information that I considered in making that referral, including the application, required reports and invited comments, along with briefings from officials and the notice of decision, has been published on the Fast-track website at https://www.fasttrack.govt.nz/projects/clutha-pumped-hydro/referral-application