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Jonathan

What direction should solar panels face?
North-facing was the gold standard for years, but the rules of solar have changed. Here's the honest, Aussie-specific breakdown of what direction your solar panels should actually face.

6.6kW solar systems: cost, output and is it still the sweet spot in 2026?
The 6.6kW solar system has been Australia's most popular size for years, and there's a good reason for that. Here's a no-BS look at what they cost, what they produce, why every installer pairs them with a 5kW inverter, and whether they're still the sweet spot in 2026.
Single phase vs three phase power: what it means for your solar
Single phase or three phase? The question every solar installer will ask you, and the answer changes which system you can put on your roof. Here's the plain-English guide to what each one means, how to tell what you have, and why it matters.

Game On grant: Up to $100k for community sports clubs
The federal government is funding up to $100,000 in energy upgrades for eligible community sports clubs, from solar and batteries to EV chargers and more. Round 1 closes 28 July 2026, and funding is first-in, first-served.

NSW interest-free solar and battery loans: Home Energy Saver explained
Thinking about solar or a battery in NSW? Get $15,000 interest-free under the new Home Energy Saver scheme. Find out who can claim it, how it works, and how it stacks with rebates.
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