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