Door knockers are falsely claiming that the government is giving away free solar and battery systems because of “the oil crisis”, as a spate of online ads assert the federal rebate will end in May. [Read more…]
Quitting Gas Is About To Get A Lot Less Confusing
Households looking to disconnect from gas — and switch to electric alternatives — will soon have a clearer and more consistent pathway, following a final determination from the Australian Energy Market Commission (AEMC). [Read more…]
How Energy Companies Can Take Away Your Daylight Savings
As clocks go back one hour on April 5 across much of Australia, most households will simply enjoy an extra hour of sleep. But for some electricity customers on time-of-use plans, daylight saving can quietly eat into their hard-earned money if their usage isn’t timed just right. [Read more…]
NSW Lays Groundwork For Mandatory Home Energy Ratings
NSW is quietly setting the stage for a major change in property marketing: home energy ratings could eventually become mandatory for all homes listed for sale or rent. Starting from mid 2026, sellers and landlords can voluntarily include NatHERS energy ratings in listings, but the government’s policy signals that mandatory disclosure is likely the next step. [Read more…]
Victoria Announces ‘Midday Power Saver’ With 3 Hours Free Power
Victoria will roll out its own version of “free daytime power” from October 1, becoming the latest state to introduce free electricity during the middle of the day. [Read more…]
NSW Apartment Solar Gets Real As It Begins To SoAR
The first shared rooftop solar installations under NSW’s Solar for Apartment Residents (SoAR) program are now complete, with projects in Newtown and Camperdown already delivering savings for residents. With applications now closing December 4 2026, apartment owners and strata committees have plenty of time left to secure funding under the program.
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New Aiko Solar Panels Raise The Roof On Space Efficency
Rooftop solar panels just got another power bump. Several new high-output modules from Chinese manufacturer Aiko have appeared on Australia’s Clean Energy Council approved list, with residential panels ranging from 535 W to 550 W — potentially allowing homeowners to install larger systems on the same roof without adding more panels. [Read more…]
Petrol Price Spike Drives Australians To EVs
Rising petrol prices, driven by escalating tensions in the Middle East, are hitting Australians hard at the petrol pump and renewing concerns about the country’s reliance on imported fossil fuels.
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Queensland’s Solar For Renters Scheme Heats Up
Queensland’s Supercharged Solar for Renters program is beginning to gain traction, with more than 250 applications now conditionally approved and several installations already completed, according to Queensland Treasury.
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The Real Reason Behind The Long Wait On Battery Installs
The Cheaper Home Batteries Program is still booming, but long waits for installation are persisting — and it’s not because of battery stock shortages. Installers tell SolarQuotes the main bottleneck is having enough accredited workers to fit them. Inspections and approvals play a smaller role; the real limiter is installer capacity.
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