THE loss of support from three shires for the VNI West project will not change Transmission Company Victoria’s approach to talks with councils.
Spokesperson Claire Cass said on Tuesday: “We acknowledge and respect the decisions made by Buloke, Gannawarra and Northern Grampians Shire Councils. 
“Councils play a crucial role in representing their communities, and we remain committed to collaborating with them. 
“We engage regularly with all councils along the VNI West route and will continue to address concerns raised, particularly regarding the impacts on land use, benefits, community engagement, and cumulative project pressures.”
TCV has been criticised for its style of consultation and engagement since the abrupt change of preferred route for the project between Stawell and Kerang.