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	{
		"post_id": "65", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Is Home Solar & Battery Still Worth it in 2026?⚡Australia", 
		"post_content_short": "Is solar still worth it in Australia in 2026? Discover solar panel costs, payback periods, savings and whether adding a battery is worth it\nfor homes.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/65\/Solar-panel-rows-array.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/is-solar-still-worth-it-in-2026\/", 
		"post_date": "2026-03-11 22:39:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "134", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "May 1st Battery Rebate Changes: Everything You Need to Know⚡", 
		"post_content_short": "Learn about the May 1st Federal battery rebate changes in Australia and what they mean for home battery costs, solar savings, and discounts.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/134\/Elite-Power-Group-battery-installer-Sungrow.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/upcoming-changes-to-the-federal-battery-rebate-australia-delays\/", 
		"post_date": "2026-03-03 00:14:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "132", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Best Home Battery 2026: Sungrow vs Tesla vs GoodWe vs Fronius", 
		"post_content_short": "Compare Tesla Powerwall 3, Sungrow SBR &amp; SBH, GoodWe ESA, Fronius Reserva, and BYD Battery-Box to find the best home battery for\n\tAustralia.\n", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/132\/Sungrow-battery-storage-SBH-series.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/best-home-battery-sungrow-vs-tesla-vs-goodwe-vs-fronius-comparison-australia\/", 
		"post_date": "2026-02-23 01:02:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "131", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "2025 Solar & Battery Storage Reach Milestone⚡Statistics Australia", 
		"post_content_short": "Explore how Australia’s Q4 2025 solar and battery data highlights a major milestone: majority renewable contribution to daytime electricity\ndemand.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/131\/Households-City.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/q4-2025-solar-and-battery-hits-records-statistics-australia\/", 
		"post_date": "2026-02-02 23:00:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "130", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "NSW's Heatwave 2026: How Solar Stabilised the Grid⚡Newcastle", 
		"post_content_short": "How rooftop solar helped NSW avoid blackouts during the 2026 heatwave, reducing grid stress &amp; supporting record electricity demand\nacross Newcastle.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/130\/Beach-in-summer.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/how-rooftop-solar-helped-nsw-avoid-blackouts-in-2026-heatwave\/", 
		"post_date": "2026-01-13 22:44:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "129", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Solar & Battery Statistics - Elite Power Group 2025⚡Newcastle", 
		"post_content_short": "Explore Elite Power Group&#x27;s solar and battery installation statistics for 2025, and how we performed over this year of operation in\nNewcastle and Maitland.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/129\/Home-solar-system-array-installation.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/solar-and-battery-statistics-elite-power-group-2025-newcastle\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-12-21 21:16:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "125", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Battery Capacity vs. Power Output: The Difference?⚡Australia", 
		"post_content_short": "Explore how battery nominal &amp; useable energy capacity is different to power output, and learn about state of charge, depth of discharge,\nand cycles.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/125\/Power-Output-vs.-Energy-Capacity-Header-EPG.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/energy-capacity-vs-power-output-the-difference-australia\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-11-26 23:30:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "123", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "The Dangers of Cheap Solar & Battery Systems Explained⚡NSW", 
		"post_content_short": "Considering a cheap solar system? Learn how low-quality, unreliable inverters and panels can lead to costly repairs, full replacements, and\nsafety issues.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/123\/Quote-solar-system-comparison-header.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/the-dangers-of-cheap-solar-and-battery-systems-and-packages-explained-nsw\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-11-12 21:45:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "121", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Solar Battery Delays in Australia: Supply Chain & Rebate Issues⚡", 
		"post_content_short": "Battery supply chains are tight across Australia, with shipping delays leaving many installers out of stock and customers waiting longer.\nWhat&#x27;s happening?", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/121\/Cargo-ship-delivery-boat.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/the-battery-demand-surge-rebates-and-supply-issues-what-next\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-10-20 02:45:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "68", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "How to Avoid Solar Scams: Reputable vs. Dodgy Installers⚡NSW", 
		"post_content_short": "Learn how to avoid solar scams in NSW. Spot red flags &amp; dodgy installer tactics and find reputable companies with great warranty &amp;\nquality installations.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/68\/Solar-installers-working-on-panels.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/reputable-vs-dodgy-installers-how-to-avoid-a-solar-scam-nsw\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-10-15 00:00:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "120", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Home Solar Sizing Guide: Best Panel Brands & Costs⚡ Australia", 
		"post_content_short": "Explore the best solar system sizes &amp; how many panels you need, the best Australian solar brands, and cost estimates for 6.6 &amp; 10kW\nsystems in NSW.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/120\/Solar-PV-installation-Kurri-Kurri.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/home-solar-system-size-guide-australia\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-10-14 02:00:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "118", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Q2 Solar & Battery Statistics: Record 56,000 Batteries Sold⚡2025", 
		"post_content_short": "Over 56,000 solar batteries were sold in Q2, 2025, thanks to the Australian battery subsidy. Explore solar &amp; battery uptake, growth\ntrends, and what&#x27;s next.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/118\/Residential-Battery-Storage.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/solar-and-battery-statistics-australia-q2-2025\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-09-15 01:30:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "91", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "✅ Best Solar Battery Size for Homes: 10kWh, 15kWh, or 20kWh?", 
		"post_content_short": "Discover how to choose the right solar battery size for your home. Compare 10kWh, 15kWh, and 20kWh options to maximise savings, and solar in\nNSW.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/91\/Tesla_Powerwall_3-installation.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/how-to-choose-the-best-solar-battery-10kwh-16kwh-20kwh-australia\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-09-02 23:30:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "58", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "What are Virtual Power Plants (VPP): Microgrids Explained⚡NSW", 
		"post_content_short": "Explore what Virtual Power Plants (VPP) are, if joining is worth it, and how NSW solar battery owners can earn rewards, FiTs &amp; rebates\nin Australia.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/58\/Solar-consultation.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/what-are-virtual-power-plants\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-09-01 00:00:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "67", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "The Solar & Battery Installation Process: 9-Step Guide⚡NSW", 
		"post_content_short": "Explore the process of installing rooftop solar and battery storage systems in a step-by-step guide of 9 easy steps on how solar is\ninstalled in Australia.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/67\/Solar-Installation-Newcastle-Installers-thornton.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/the-complete-guide-to-a-solar-installation-step-by-step\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-08-13 00:45:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "78", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Power vs. Energy: What's the Difference? kW vs. kWh⚡Australia", 
		"post_content_short": "Power vs Energy in Australia: Difference Between Watts and Watt-Hours, kW vs kWh, with Diagrams, Calculations, and Home Appliance Examples.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/78\/lightblub-energy.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/power-vs-energy-whats-the-difference-kw-vs-kwh\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-07-15 03:00:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "113", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Sungrow SBR\/SBH vs. BYD Battery-Box: Comparison⚡NSW", 
		"post_content_short": "Compare the difference between Sungrow&#x27;s SBH and SBR battery storage vs. BYD Battery-Box and find what battery is better for homes or\nbusinesses in NSW.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/113\/Sungrow-vs.-BYD-Battery.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/sungrow-sbr-sbh-vs-byd-battery-box-comparison-nsw\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-06-11 22:30:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "112", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "NSW Battery Rebate is Ending on June 30: Here’s Why⚡2025", 
		"post_content_short": "The NSW Government have announced that the NSW Battery Rebate (PDRS) will be suspended on June 30th, 2025, and will no longer be available.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/112\/Sungrow-battery-installation-newcastle.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/the-nsw-pdrs-battery-rebate-is-ending-heres-why-nsw-2025\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-06-10 03:05:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "107", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Federal Solar Battery Rebate: Eligibility & Approved List ⚡2025", 
		"post_content_short": "Explore Australia&#x27;s Federal Government solar battery rebate subsidy like eligibility, approved batteries, requirements, and more about\nthe upcoming incentive.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/107\/Chris-Bowen-and-Anthony-Albanese-Battery-Rebate-Australia.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/labors-federal-battery-rebate-everything-you-need-to-know-2025\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-05-05 01:13:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "104", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Does Solar & Battery Storage Affect Home Insurance?⚡2025", 
		"post_content_short": "Does installing solar &amp; batteries affect home insurance? Explore how solar &amp; energy storage changes home insurance premiums in\nAustralia, NSW in 2025.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/104\/Drone-Testing.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/does-solar-and-battery-storage-affect-home-insurance-australia-2025\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-04-29 00:26:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "100", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "AC vs. DC-Coupled Solar Battery: What's the Difference?⚡NSW", 
		"post_content_short": "Explore the differences between AC and DC coupled solar battery storage and how it affects your solar system and inverters&#x27;\nconfiguration in Australia.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/100\/AC-vs.-DC-coupled-header-image.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/ac-coupled-vs-dc-coupled-solar-batteries-whats-the-difference\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-03-19 13:00:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "97", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Sungrow Battery vs. Tesla Powerwall 3: Which is Better?⚡NSW", 
		"post_content_short": "The differences between Tesla Powerwall 3 vs. Sungrow battery storage (SBH) capacity, warranty, and features, and which one is better in\nAustralia.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/97\/Sungrow-SBH-vs.-Tesla-Powerwall.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/sungrow-sbh-vs-tesla-powerwall-3-which-is-better-nsw\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-02-09 21:39:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "95", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Staying Powered On During Outages: Battery Backups⚡2025", 
		"post_content_short": "A very strong storm passed through the Hunter, leaving over 100,000 homes without power. Here&#x27;s how you can protect your home&#x27;s\nenergy with independence.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/95\/Storm-blackout.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/blackouts-staying-powered-on-during-outages-battery-backups-2025\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-01-15 22:37:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "94", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Rebates & Subsidies in NSW: Solar, Battery, & VPP's⚡2025", 
		"post_content_short": "As 2025 comes to light, homes and businesses in NSW have access to a range of rebates and subsidies that allow for discounted installations\nof solar and battery solutions.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/94\/Commercial-solar-system.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/rebates-and-subsidies-in-nsw-solar-battery-and-vpps-2025\/", 
		"post_date": "2025-01-06 19:00:00"
	}, 
	{
		"post_id": "45", 
		"post_category_id": "5", 
		"post_title": "Off-Grid Solar & Battery Systems: Are they Worth it?⚡2025", 
		"post_content_short": "For cabins, homes, and sheds with limited or no access to grid energy, getting an off grid solar and battery storage system may be worth it\nin NSW in 2025.", 
		"post_icon": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/media\/website_posts\/45\/Ground-mounted-solar-array.webp", 
		"post_content_type": "page", 
		"post_content_url": "https:\/\/www.elitepowergroup.com.au\/news\/is-off-grid-solar-and-battery-worth-it\/", 
		"post_date": "2024-11-06 02:30:00"
	}
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