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Western Australia’s EV Rebate Fund Topped Up

WA EV rebate

WA’s Cook Government has tipped another $9.5 million into the state’s Zero Emission Vehicle (ZEV) Rebate Scheme. [Continue reading…]

Throwing Shade; When Great Solar Expectations Boil Over

solar power yield graph

In this story, we’ll outline a great quality system, expertly installed and supported by an exceptional solar company, then a saga of customer complaints, despite the system performing better than promised.

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Commbank Launches EV Access Program (EVAP)

Commonwealth Bank EV Access Program

Low(er) interest loans to purchase electric vehicles and charging equipment are now available to low(ish) income individuals and certain essential workers.

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Solar Victoria Celebrates Another Successful Year

Solar Victoria 2024

The agency overseeing Victoria’s Solar Homes program says last month was the best November on record and the fourth-best month overall since the initiative began in 2018.

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Flexible Solar Exports In Australia: Where And When

Solar flexible exports in Australia

South Australia led the way on flexible exports for rooftop solar power systems – so what’s happening elsewhere in Australia? Here’s the state of play.

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VIC Government Signals Scrapping Of EV Registration Discount

Victorian EV registration discount ending

The last Victorian government incentive for electric vehicles will go the way of the dodo – a decision that appears to be somewhat based on curious figures.

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Avoid EV Cable Carnage: Tips for Keeping Charging Simple and Safe

Charging your car involves cables, so we’ve gathered a few hints and really useful tricks for managing the situation without accidentally killing someone.

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Getting Off Gas In Victoria: Electrification Feedback Invited

Home electrification in Victoria

Consultation on the draft regulations for Victoria’s Building Electrification Regulatory Impact Statement has kicked off, and the state government wants to hear from Victorians on the different options presented.

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Victorian Emergency Backstop: Solar Installer Backlash

Victorian Emergency Backstop Mechanism

Implementation of Victoria’s emergency backstop for solar systems has been a dog’s breakfast according to some irate installers.

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How to Stop Your Power Company Locking You Out Of Your Own EV Charger

It’s come to our attention recently that at least one customer has found his EV charger isolated, locked out, and served with a defect notice after a visit from his local electricity network, Energex.

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