Deal to build $450m windfarm struck after renewable energy bill passed

Consortium including GE and Downer EDI agrees to finance and build the 75-turbine Victorian windfarm, which will be Australia's third-largest

A deal has been struck to build a $450m windfarm in Victoria, days after the renewable energy target finally passed parliament.

A consortium of five companies, including America's GE and the Australian contractor Downer EDI, has agreed to finance and build the 75-turbine Ararat windfarm in south-west Victoria.