Throughout September, the Quorn Park Solar Hybrid project team proudly contributed to a range of community-focused events and initiatives in both Parkes and on site. On 11 September, hosting an on-site charity event supporting Mr Perfect, a local organisation dedicated to men’s mental health. On 17 and 18 September, Mates in Construction trainers delivered training to site personnel at Quorn Park.
On 20 September, Beon Energy Solutions and Potentia Energy representatives attended the Parkes NAIDOC Family Fun Day.
Our team enjoyed socialising with the community, while cooking and serving the BBQ together with Parkes RFS volunteers.
On 23 September, hosting a NAIDOC Day celebration on site, in proud partnership with the Parkes and Peak Hill Aboriginal communities. The day opened with a Welcome to Country and Smoking Ceremony led by Uncle Ralph Naden OAM, creating a space for reflection and connection to Wiradjuri Country. Then followed by an Ochre Ceremony. Auntie Iris Reid applied ochre to the faces of Elders, community members and female attendees in a beautiful moment of cultural recognition and respect. The Smoking and Ochre ceremonies connected all Quorn Park workers to Wiradjuri Country and reinforced our shared responsibility to care for and respect Country.
In September, the project donated a 20ft storage container to the Parkes Country Women’s Association, in response to the need for additional storage space. Recyclable items including buckets, tree guards, and metals were also donated to the Parkes Men’s Shed, promoting sustainable practices and supporting local initiatives.
For queries or feedback about Quorn Park Hybrid project, please email quornparkhybrid@potentiaenergy.com.au