The Hampton Park solar and battery project near Dubbo was proposed within New South Wales’ first renewable energy zone (REZ). The 180 MW AC development, covering 360 hectares, raised opposition from nearby residents concerned about property values, fire safety, mental health impacts, and community division. A parliamentary inquiry released an interim report stating there had been inadequate consultation between the state government, developers, and the Central-West Orana community. The report also noted that mental health and social cohesion were being affected by the scale of changes brought by the project. EnergyCo has partnered with Grand Pacific Health to provide helplines, counselling, and mental health services to landholders living close to proposed infrastructure. Despite all these, local residents have formed the Stop Hampton Park group, that continues to oppose the project through submissions, community meetings, and calls for an independent cumulative impact study.