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Aircon Installs: What It Really Costs To Beat The Heat

January 28, 2026 2026-01-28T07:59:54 by 52 Comments
An outdoor aircon unit in the sun

It wasn’t even 11am in my neck of the woods in Adelaide on Tuesday, and the temperature had already reached 42.2C. After several days roasting in the forties, it’s fair to say that if I didn’t already have air conditioning, I’d have given up one of my kidneys to get it. Maybe even both of […]

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Beware The Safety Switch Trap Burning Battery Budgets

January 27, 2026 2026-01-27T08:35:15 by 30 Comments

Unless your house was built in the last couple of years, installing a house battery will likely require at least some switchboard upgrades. It’s a basic electrical regulation so why are some solar battery salespeople ignoring the need and setting expensive traps in the process?

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When Nobody Designs Anything Anymore

January 24, 2026 2026-01-24T07:11:39 by 19 Comments
people cheering a quote

This post is about a choice most people do not realise they are making.

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Owners Left In The Dark With Manual Battery Backup

January 23, 2026 2026-01-23T07:16:12 by 24 Comments

Imagine buying a home battery that offers automatic blackout protection, only to discover that when the lights go out, the installer set it up to require manual operation? It’s a trend that’s plunged far too many households into the dark across Australia. Here’s what to watch out for.

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EV Charger Cable Theft In Australia: Evie Fights Back

January 22, 2026 2026-01-22T03:54:28 by 12 Comments
Evie Networks charger cable theft.

EV charger cable theft, rampant overseas, is starting to make its presence felt more among Australian charging network providers. Evie Networks is taking action.

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Don’t Make This Solar Mistake In A New Home Build

January 21, 2026 2026-01-21T08:56:51 by 9 Comments

If you’re building a new home and thinking about solar (or a battery) down the track, the best advice I can give you is this: get your solar installer involved before the plasterboard goes up.

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Call For Input On VIC Apartment Renewable Energy Access

January 21, 2026 2026-01-21T04:59:26 by 2 Comments
Renewable energy for Victorian apartments - solar sharing.

Parliament of Victoria is now accepting submissions on an Inquiry into access for apartment residents to clean, affordable electricity.

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What’s Up With Amber Electric’s Customer Support?

January 20, 2026 2026-01-20T11:22:06 by 80 Comments
Amber Electric complaints

For some months, there have been a bunch of complaints concerning the quality of customer support and billing services from Amber Electric. So, why has this happened?

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Portable Air Conditioners Suck (Hot Air Into Your House)

January 19, 2026 2026-01-19T11:23:11 by 13 Comments
A portable air con sucking up money

Are you thinking of a portable air conditioner? Don’t. Step back. Put your wallet away. I can’t think of a better way to waste time, money and energy than buying a portable air conditioner – although there are a couple of exceptions that have their place.

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National Solar Panel Recycling Scheme Launched In Australia

January 19, 2026 2026-01-19T04:34:48 by 12 Comments
Australia's National Solar Panel Recycling Pilot.

On Friday afternoon, the Albanese Government announced millions of dollars to deliver and support a long-awaited National Solar Panel Recycling Pilot.

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