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- Solahart Newcastle
- 50 Yangan Drive
- Beresfield NSW 2322
- 1300 362 821
- enquiries@solahartnewcastle.com.au
The Australian Government’s national battery rebate is officially happening. Following Labor’s election win, the Cheaper Home Batteries Program will launch on 1st July 2025, making battery storage more affordable than ever.
This is great news for homeowners and small businesses looking to maximise their solar investment, with eligible households able to access up to $372 per kilowatt-hour (kWh) of usable battery capacity (before administration fees and charges) – potentially saving thousands on upfront costs.
Labor has set aside $2.3 billion for the program, with the aim of supporting at least 6.2GWh of battery storage across Australian homes and small businesses.
We’re keeping you in the loop on key government changes that could make battery storage more affordable than ever. A federal rebate for home batteries is on the table. Here’s what it could mean for your home – and how Solahart can help you prepare.
The Rebate Will Apply to:
For a battery to be eligible, it must:
If you don’t have solar yet, now’s the time to get started. The rebate only applies to properties with existing solar.
Solahart offers a range of advanced battery systems, including options that are fully VPP-ready, helping you unlock even greater savings and energy independence. Our team can assess your battery storage needs and advise on the perfect solution for your home or business.
Installations between 6th April and 1st July 2025 may still be eligible if they remain uncommissioned until the rebate officially begins.
We can guide you through the best options to maximise your benefit.
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Anthony Roberts Holdings Pty Ltd (ABN 23 289 437 045), trading as Solahart Newcastle & Port Stephens, operates the Solahart dealership in the region covering from Newcastle up to Port Stephens, Merriwa to Cessnock, and to Belmont on the Coast. Contractor Licence No. 226204C, Electrician Licence No. 274029C, Plumbers Licence No. 206209C.
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Solahart is a solar power company that pioneered the use of solar energy in Australia with a copper hot water tank in 1953.
We are industry leaders in solar energy installations and proudly serve all parts of Newcastle and the Hunter with the best brands of solar products available including the latest battery technology from Tesla. The Solahart service areas include Newcastle, Lake Macquarie, Maitland, Cessnock, Singleton, Upper Hunter, Raymond Terrace and Port Stephens.
Solahart is a Clean Energy Council Approved Solar Retailer in Australia.
Our team is made up of electrical and plumbing experts with most having 20 plus years of experience. We look forward to solving your solar power needs.
