Battery Rebate Safety: These Key Tests Are Essential

Battery Rebate Safety: These Key Tests Are Essential

Battery Rebate Safety: These Key Tests Are EssentialPat Southwell
Published on: 02/09/2026

With the launch of the Federal Government's Cheaper Home Batteries Rebate Scheme, we're about to see a serious uptick in grid-connected battery installations across Australia — and authorities will be ramping up inspections to make sure these are done safely. Here's two key tests installers must undertake on new systems.

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From Wild West to Safe & Sound: The Evolution of Australian Solar

From Wild West to Safe & Sound: The Evolution of Australian Solar

From Wild West to Safe & Sound: The Evolution of Australian SolarPat Southwell
Published on: 02/09/2026

This article is for anyone who feels nostalgic about the early days of solar. Whether you own an old system or are an installer working on one, you might be thinking about how to maintain or upgrade it. We'll look back at the past and see how much has changed.

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Make Solar Inspections Mandatory In NSW Before Tragedy Unfolds

Make Solar Inspections Mandatory In NSW Before Tragedy Unfolds

Make Solar Inspections Mandatory In NSW Before Tragedy UnfoldsPat Southwell
Published on: 02/09/2026

There's a big problem in Australia's solar world. Despite ACT, TAS, and VIC inspecting all new rooftop solar power system installations, NSW, SA, WA and QLD don't – and that's playing with fire.

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