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09/09/2025

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04/05/2025

Australia’s 2025 Federal Election: Labor’s New Home Battery Rebate

As part of the upcoming 2025 federal election platform, the Labor Party has announced plans to introduce a government rebate for home batteries. This initiative will provide an upfront discount on both the purchase and installation of home battery systems.

The Cheaper Home Batteries Program will build on the existing Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES), expanding access to affordable renewable energy solutions for households.

While some finer details are still being finalised, here’s what we know so far—based on recent comments from Federal Climate Change and Energy Minister Chris Bowen and his departmental advisor during an industry briefing on the battery rebate:

- From 6 May 2025, businesses can start creating battery STC (Small-scale Technology Certificate) claims and begin capturing on-site data.

- Batteries cannot be commissioned or switched on until 1 July 2025.

- Solar PV (solar panel) systems can continue to be commissioned and turned on before that date, and batteries can be commissioned anytime after 1 July.

We strongly recommend getting in early and starting installations now to avoid the anticipated rush.

Key Features of the Program:
Initial subsidy: Approximately $372 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) of usable capacity (theoretical maximum), before administrative fees and charges.

Like the solar rebate, this incentive will decrease annually until it phases out in 2030.

For example, a home battery with 10 kWh usable capacity would be eligible for an incentive of roughly $3,720 (minus admin fees) for installations in 2025.

Eligibility & Requirements:
- Systems must be approved by the Clean Energy Council, and installers must hold appropriate accreditation.

- Minimum eligible capacity: 5 kWh

- Maximum eligible capacity: 50 kWh (Systems up to 100 kWh can be installed, but the rebate applies only to the first 50 kWh.)

- Batteries must be capable of connecting to a Virtual Power Plant (VPP), though participation in a VPP is optional.

- Existing battery owners can install an additional battery and still qualify.

- The battery must be connected to a new or existing solar system.

- One rebate per property, but owners of multiple properties can claim the rebate for each, provided the property has solar panels.

The scheme is also set to incorporate off-grid battery installations.

Contact us directly for a free, no-obligation quote.
Let’s help you get ahead of the rush and make the most of this exciting opportunity.

25/04/2025

Today we pause to remember the bravery & sacrifice, along with the spirit & courage of those who have served and continue to serve for the freedom of our country. Paying deep tribute to the fallen Anzacs’
for they shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old.
We will remember them.
Lest we forget.

17/04/2025

Happy Easter to you all from our team here at O’Brien Electrical and Solar Yeppoon! 🐣

Please note we will be closed
Friday 18th of April - Monday 21st of April.

We will be back in the office & back out on the tools ready to serve our loyal customers as of Tuesday 22nd of April 2025.

Wishing you all a safe, funfilled Easter break surrounded by loved ones. 🤍

09/01/2025

We hope you all had a magical Christmas followed by a safe and happy new year!
Our team enjoyed some much needed rest.
We have been back out in the field & in the office this week, Ready for another great year.

25/04/2024

28/12/2023

We hope you have all had a very Merry Christmas, taking this time to be with your family & friends, soaking in some sunshine, laughter & good food. 🎄

May you all have a safe & happy new year! 🎆

Our team is looking forward to returning to the tools in the new year continuing to make all your eletcrical and solar dreams come true. ✨

28/11/2023

The rain isn’t stopping the team from getting this clients power back on.

18/11/2023

Last night Walk 'n' Talk held a bogan style trivia night, building connections within our community while focusing on supporting men’s mental health.

We supported some of our local businesses Bunnings Yeppoon, The Alley Yeppoon & Suzie Kaboozie to put together a gift basket full of goodies to go towards the good cause.

Congratulations to the winner. We hope you enjoy!✨

A huge thank you to Jordan & Chris from walk ‘n’ talk for the opportunity to be involved & the great empowerment and presence they are in our community.

26/10/2023

Happy Birthday to this guy!
Will, we appreciate you. Thanks for bringing the laughs, head shakes and good vibes to the team. 🍻

24/10/2023

Battery install, looking good team! 🔥