New South Wales (NSW) solar households received a significant piece of news on 25 May 2026. The Independent Pricing and Regulatory Tribunal (IPART) released its
Over 1,500 home batteries are being installed in Australia every day. Most households asked about brand, capacity, and price. Almost none asked about the software controlling all of it.
Close to 2.5 million Australian households are paying up to $317 more per year than new customers on the same plan. Loyalty to your energy retailer is costing you money.
Most Australians pick an NBN plan for its download speed. But a solar home packed with cameras, inverters and battery monitors runs on upload, and most plans quietly run out of it.
The average Australian drives 33km a day, well within a PHEV’s electric range. Do the daily commute on sunshine, keep the petrol engine for road trips.
Renters often pay fixed gas charges they can’t avoid. New proposals aim to shift those costs to landlords and accelerate electrification in rental homes.
Smart curtains and blinds can do more than add convenience. In the right home, they can help manage heat, support comfort and make solar-powered living work a little better.
Most drivers don’t need to charge their EV every day. The real challenge is not frequency but whether your routine supports where and when you can charge.
Most people scan the Federal Budget looking for one thing: what rebates they can claim next. That usually sets the tone for how households approach
Solar, EV tariff, or battery? The best option depends on when you use power. This guide breaks down what actually lowers your electricity bill.
