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 home energy storage, with rebates of up to $372 per usable kWh available to homeowners, small businesses, and community facilities. Find out how to qualify, estimate your savings, and prepare early to beat the installation rush.

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Severe storms flooding and environmental hazards are becoming key factors in the valuation of industrial properties across Australia In cities like Sydney these risks can dramatically affect property appeal insurance costs and future development potential As climate change intensifies weather patterns and regulatory scrutiny increases investors and property owners need to be more informed than ever This article explores how environmental challenges are reshaping industrial real estate values—and what stakeholders can do to protect investments.

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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 most of this opportunity. Find out how this initiative could transform energy bills and unlock a brighter future.

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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 with Birdwood Energy, will be constructed near Cressy on the 17,400-hectare Connorville Estate and is expected to deliver 288 megawatts […]

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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, power outages, and infrastructure damage, homeowners need to act now to secure their properties. If you have a solar energy system, taking the right precautions can help protect your investment. Here's how to safeguard your solar panels and prepare for the storm.

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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 to navigate the challenges posed by the impending storm. We delve into essential preparation steps, ranging from securing your home and safeguarding electrical systems to understanding the nuances of insurance claims in the wake of potential damages. Moreover, we emphasize the importance of safety measures, particularly for those with solar panels, as they face unique risks in severe weather conditions. Our goal is to arm Cairns residents with the knowledge and strategies needed to not only endure Cyclone Jasper's wrath but to emerge with minimal impact. As we brace for what may come, remember that preparation today can make a significant difference in the days ahead.

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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 in electric vehicles grows, the LDV Electric Ute could represent the beginning of a shift towards more sustainable transport options down under.

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The ACCC has issued a warning against consumers considering an LG Battery due to overheating issues - thousands of LG batteries to be recalled

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The Greens 2022 election promise includes offering solar battery grants of up to $10,000 and loans of $50,000 to Australian homeowners to install solar batteries and energy storage solutions. This bold $17 billion plan is to help homeowners and businesses transition from electricity to clean energy, to ease cost of living as we move forward in 2022.

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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 is more likely to be associated with grid outages and not imminent failure of your rooftop solar panels, this blog post will explore the impact that hailstorms can have on solar panels, supported by factual data from recent hail storms in Brisbane, Gold Coast, and Ipswich, provide the detailed process and industry standards for assessing and reporting on PV solar systems and touch on insurance coverage, safety and risk to your home and family.

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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 land.

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the days when EVs had endless limitations and were only available in a few models at an extremely high price tag. Now, there’s now a wide variety of vehicles, from supercars to off-road vehicles and everyday run arounds that are electrically powered. In the next few years, EV choices look set to become as extensive as their petrol powered counterparts.

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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 within the City Loop Link.

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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 companies in China have compelled the industry to slash costs as inflation of raw materials caused a rise in panel […]

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