I developed an interest in the Australian energy and construction sectors more than a decade ago and have since closely followed the trends, technologies and developments shaping both industries. My involvement in the Australian solar market began in 2008, and over the years I have built strong connections with professionals, businesses and organisations across the construction, solar and renewable energy sectors in Australia and internationally. These connections include solar panel and inverter manufacturers, electrical and construction industry professionals, software developers creating tools to quote, monitor and manage solar power systems, and media organisations that closely follow developments across energy, construction and renewable technologies. Today, I continue to contribute as an industry advocate, author and commentator, sharing practical insights and information to help Australian consumers and businesses better understand solar power, energy technologies, construction-related developments and the changing Australian energy landscape.
Walk across the concrete floor of any major Australian solar distribution hub and the structural realignment of the energy transition hits you immediately Pallets of standard domestic gridtied hardware are increasingly pushed to the back...
Australian hailstorms can be brutal, but quality rooftop solar panels are built tougher than many homeowners realise. Learn how solar panels are tested for hail resistance, what can cause damage, and what to check after...
The fluorescent hum of a Brisbane showroom feels a world away from the salt-sprayed tension of the Strait of Hormuz. Yet, as March 2026 unfolds, the connection between a constricted global shipping lane and the...
The party is still raging, but the music is about to stop. A convergence of May 2026 battery rebate changes, high interest rates, and a cost-of-living relapse is brewing a perfect storm for the Australian...
Australia’s long-awaited federal solar battery rebate—the Cheaper Home Batteries Program—is launching on 1 July 2025, offering up to 30% off home battery installations. Backed by a $2.3 billion investment, this initiative is set to revolutionise...
A new $26 million government rebate aims to make rooftop solar more accessible for rental properties, offering real cost-of-living relief. Local experts like Cairns-based Hielscher Electrical are ready to help landlords and tenants make the...
In a monumental step forward for renewable energy in Australia, Tasmania is set to host the state’s first large-scale solar photovoltaic (PV) farm. The $500 million Northern Midlands Solar Farm, developed by TasRex in partnership...
Cyclone Alfred is set to hit Brisbane, the Gold Coast, and the Sunshine Coast from March 5 to March 8, 2025, bringing Category 2–3 winds of up to 150 km/h. With the risk of flooding,...
As Cyclone Jasper looms over Cairns, QLD, with its formidable might, the urgency for comprehensive preparation cannot be overstated. This article serves as a crucial guide, offering a blend of practical advice and expert insights...
Chinese automaker LDV has finally brought the first electric ute to Australia, the eT60. With a hefty price tag and some limitations, experts predict it might be a tough sell for Australians. However, as interest...
Hailstorms are a common occurrence in various parts of Australia, and their potential to damage property, including rooftop solar panels, cannot be overlooked. Although a loss in energy production during or after a severe storm...
BP sets new standard for steel mills, as it transitions a 150 year old steel mill to become worlds first solar powered steel mill - 750,000 Solar Panels to be installed across 1800 acres of...
Brisbane's electric bus had many passengers when I decided to take a 20-minute ride around the city’s CBD, with about 20 or so passengers happily hopping on and off at stops situated at different locations...
China has proven its supremacy in the solar panels market and gone on to become the largest global manufacturer and market for both solar thermal and photovoltaics. Executives of some of the biggest solar manufacturing...
But when debris the size of golf balls suddenly rattle down, the havoc caused is often costly and beyond repair as witnessed on Saturday in southeast Queensland when freak hailstorms pounded the area.
The federal government of Australia has been urged to take a careful review of the Chinese government’s interest in Australia’s electricity grid and consider confiscating some of the equipment amid rising fears of remote attacks...
