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The Dumb Way Plumbers Can Ruin Your Day

It might not appear to be earth-shattering, but a malfunctioning hot water storage tank may just shatter your walls. Here’s how a perfect storm (or an unlicensed idiot) can do real damage.

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Report: Energy-Efficient Australian Homes Sell For (Much) More

Australian homes with solar panels

Australian homes with energy efficiency features have generally been selling for more than those that don’t for years. But how much more in 2025? A new report puts dollar figures on it. [Continue reading…]

NSW Charges Ahead On EV Push with $41.2M Boost

An EV fast charger

The latest grants from New South Wales’ Minns Government and co-contributions from the private sector will see $41.2 million invested to install another 246 fast and ultra-fast EV chargers across the state; all powered by renewables.

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Solar Victoria’s Home Battery Loans Scheme Ends

Solar Victoria's home battery loans page

Victorians wanting to apply for a State Government interest-free loan for a home battery system will be disappointed after applications closed yesterday.

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It’s (Home Battery) Payback Time

Home battery payback

Home battery payback times: they are a’changin’ thanks to the upcoming government rebate. Discover how long simple payback can be achieved in your state/territory as part of determining if installing a solar battery is worth it for you.

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Electricity Price Rises Revealed: Here’s How To Avoid Being Hit

Electricity price increases - Australia

Electricity bills are set to surge by up to 9.7% for some Australians from July, according to the latest reference price details released by the Australian Energy Regulator, although most households will see smaller increases.

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Installing A Battery Before The Rebate Starts? Follow These Rules.

A rollercoaster with a battery attached

I’m sitting at the back of what we call the solarcoaster, the front carriage has disappeared over the edge, and it’s weighed down by a tonne of batteries. As the whole train accelerates, the sales department whoops, the customers giggle and the installers scream. If you are one of these thrill-seekers wanting to take a […]

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Myth-Busting Australia’s Solar Panel Rebate

All about Australia's solar rebate

Learn how Australia’s solar panel rebate works and how to avoid heartache, headaches and hip pocket pain by recognising shonky ads.

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Phase Shift: Can You Trust a Solar Installer Who Works From Home?

Every now and then, someone pops up on Facebook with a gripe: “SolarQuotes lets installers in their network who work from home!!! 🤬”

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Sneaky Energy Bill Tactics Slammed In ‘Super’ Complaint

Energy bill confusion

Consumer group CHOICE has asked the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) to look into what it says are whiffy energy bill tactics that could be costing many Australians a significant chunk of change.

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