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Powerlink helicopters will be checking transmission lines in the local area over the next few months (Photo: Powerlink)<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

June 9, 2021<\/strong><\/p>\n

Maidenwell residents who spot low-flying helicopters over the next few months shouldn’t be alarmed … it’s just Powerlink carrying out more powerline inspections.<\/p>\n

The last time Powerlink conducted aerial inspections in the South Burnett, some local social media pages lit up with conspiracy theories about secret military exercises and drug raids.<\/p>\n

The reality is a lot less dramatic …<\/p>\n

The helicopter inspections help Powerlink Queensland maintain the reliability and safety of the electricity transmission network by checking if maintenance is required or if there is vegetation near infrastructure.<\/p>\n

Powerlink spokesperson Gary Edwards said the inspections were essential, efficient and cost-effective.<\/strong><\/p>\n

He said the pilot would try to maintain the maximum distance practically possible from houses, livestock and crops.<\/p>\n

\u201cLocal residents may see the helicopter moving relatively quickly and at a low level along our transmission lines, and in some instances, it may need to hover to enable closer inspection of the lines,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n

Mr Edwards said Powerlink was aware that low-flying helicopters had the potential to startle livestock and encouraged anyone with questions about the patrols and the planned timing to contact Powerlink for further information on 1800-635-369 during business hours.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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