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Welcome to our News page! Here we explore and discuss Solar energy. We talk about all things renewable energy but in the solar category we go through Australian solar energy primarily with some other additional articles. Happy reading!


Your Electricity Bill Explained: What Every Charge Means | NSW

Supply charges, feed-in tariffs, controlled load, peak rates - we explain every line on your NSW electricity bill and show you where you can save more.

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Solar Sharer Offer 2026: 3 Free Hours of Electricity Explained⚡

Compare retailer Solar Sharer plans, check eligibility & opt in. Origin, Amber, AGL, EnergyAustralia & more. 3 hours free power daily from 11am–2pm.

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Is Solar Worth It in 2026? Real Costs & Payback for NSW⚡

Is solar & battery worth investing in for Australian homes? Explore 2026 costs, payback periods, disadvantages, and how the Solar Sharer offer affects it.

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2025 Solar & Battery Storage Reach Milestone⚡Statistics Australia

Explore how Australia’s Q4 2025 solar and battery data highlights a major milestone: majority renewable contribution to daytime electricity demand.

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NSW's Heatwave 2026: How Solar Stabilised the Grid⚡Newcastle

How rooftop solar helped NSW avoid blackouts during the 2026 heatwave, reducing grid stress & supporting record electricity demand across Newcastle.

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Solar & Battery Statistics - Elite Power Group 2025⚡Newcastle

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.

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The Dangers of Cheap Solar & Battery Systems Explained⚡NSW

Considering a cheap solar system? Learn how low-quality, unreliable inverters and panels can lead to costly repairs, full replacements, and safety issues.

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How to Avoid Solar Scams: Reputable vs. Dodgy Installers⚡NSW

Learn how to avoid solar scams in NSW. Spot red flags & dodgy installer tactics and find reputable companies with great warranty & quality installations.

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Solar Panel & System Size Guide: What Do You Need? (Australia)

How big is a solar panel, and what size system does your home actually need? Panel dimensions & array sizes from 6.6kW to 15kW explained in Australia.

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Q2 Solar & Battery Statistics: Record 56,000 Batteries Sold⚡2025

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.

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What are Virtual Power Plants (VPP): Microgrids Explained⚡NSW

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.

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What are Solar Hotspots? Bypass Diodes, Cells, & Strings⚡NSW

Explore what solar hotspots are, how they can affect your panel performance & efficiency, & how bypass diodes can affect your cells & strings in Australia.

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The Solar & Battery Installation Process: 9-Step Guide⚡NSW

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.

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Is my Roof Suitable for Solar? Orientation, Tilt, Shading⚡NSW

Learn if your roof is suitable for solar panels and how roof materials like terracotta or tin, orientation, tilt, & shading can affect energy production and install.

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Power vs Energy: What's the Difference Between kW & kWh? 2026

Power vs Energy in Australia: Difference Between Watts and Watt-Hours, kW vs kWh, with Diagrams, Calculations, and Home Appliance Examples.

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Solar & Battery: Home Insurance Guide for Australian Homeowners

Compare home insurance policies and find out if solar and battery is covered and how installations affect costs, value, and included coverage in Australia.

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NSW Solar & Battery Rebates: Incentives & Savings⚡Australia

Explore available NSW solar rebates, subsidies, incentives, and financing programs to help you invest in solar power for your Newcastle home in 2025.

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Solar PV vs Solar Hot Water vs Heat Pump: Which Is Best? ⚡

Comparing solar PV, solar hot water, & heat pump hot water systems for Australian homes. Which saves more, which costs less, and which is right for you.

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Rebates & Subsidies in NSW: Solar, Battery, & VPP's⚡2025

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.

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Commercial Solar & EV Charging Project: Thornton⚡NSW

Completing a commercial solar and electric vehicle charger installation, our Thornton neighbours can take full advantage of renewable electricity and charging.

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National Ceramic Industries Australia: 2MW Solar ⚡Rutherford

Elite Power Group installed a 2MW commercial solar installation for National Ceramic Industries Australia, totaling 4000 solar panels in Rutherford.

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7 Ways to Reduce Energy Bills & Maximise Solar⚡2026

Explore various ways where homes and businesses can reduce electricity bills and maximise solar generation in Newcastle and the Hunter, NSW for 2026.

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Rooftop vs. Ground Mount Solar: Which is Better?⚡Australia

Explore whether rooftop or ground mounted solar systems are better for homes, farms, and remote properties needing solar PV power in Australia.

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How Daylight Savings & Winter vs. Summer Affects Solar⚡NSW

Explore how daylight savings and seasonal changes during winter and summer can affect your solar panels performance and solar generation in NSW, Australia.

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Off-Grid Solar & Battery Systems: Are they Worth it?⚡2025

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.

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How DER's, Microgrids, & VPP's are Evolving Australia's Energy⚡

Explore how Australia's energy is evolving with t like Microgrids, DER's, Virtual Power Plants, & Demand Response, for solar and battery systems.

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AC vs. DC: Alternating & Direct Current Differences & Examples⚡

Learn alternating and direct current, and the differences between AC vs. DC with real-life examples and diagrams of power flow and voltage in Australia.

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How Australia Reached 40% Renewables⚡[Q4 2023 Statistics]

In the new 2024 CEC report, they found that renewable contribution in the overall supply of energy in Australia, produced 40% of Australia’s total electrical supply.

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Why is My Electricity Bill Still High with Solar?⚡Australia

So you've invested in solar to reduce your electricity bills, but since then your bills are still high? Explore why your energy bills are still high even after solar.

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Single vs. 3 Phase Power: What's the Difference?⚡Australia

Explore the differences between single phase vs. three phase power, and how 1 phase and 3 phase electricity works with real-life examples in Australia.

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