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The Problem with Solar for Strata: Why It’s So Hard (And Why It’s Still Worth It)

Written By Donna Wentworth

April 15, 2026

If you live in a strata property, you’ve probably watched electricity prices climb and wondered why solar seems so out of reach. For homeowners in freestanding houses, it’s often a decision made in a matter of weeks. For strata residents, the same idea can take months just to g…

Can Getting an EV Actually Protect You From the Fuel Crisis?

Written By Donna Wentworth

April 13, 2026

Every time you pull into a petrol station right now, you’re feeling the impact of something happening thousands of kilometres away. The conflict affecting the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most critical oil shipping routes, has pushed fuel prices higher and made supply u…

How to Get the Most Solar & Battery Rebates in the ACT (2026 Guide)

Written By Donna Wentworth

April 10, 2026

With all the headlines going around about solar and battery rebates it can become confusing as to exactly what you as a homeowner can save when installing a solar & battery system. Here at Lenergy we help homeowners navigate the complexities of rebates every day when design…

Tesla Powerwall 3 Expansion Pack vs Modular Batteries: Which Is Right for Your Home?

Written By Donna Wentworth

April 2, 2026

For quite some time now Tesla has been one of the biggest powerhouses in the solar battery world and the Powerwall 3 has lived up to that as it has shown itself to be a reliable, well-integrated battery with many positives. However, the rigidity of the system when it comes to e…

Tesla’s Big Announcement: The Next Million Powerwall Rebate (Now Extended)

Written By Donna Wentworth

April 1, 2026

Thinking of installing a Tesla Powerwall 3 but worried you’ve missed the rebate window? You’re not alone. A lot of homeowners were scrambling to make the original deadlines — especially with solar rebates dropping, installers being booked up, and timelines tightening. It…

Where Can You Install a Solar Battery in 2026?

Written By Donna Wentworth

March 30, 2026

The Definitive Australian Guide to Battery Location Rules, AS/NZS 5139 Compliance, and Smart Placement Battery installations across Australia are booming. With electricity prices rising and rebates making storage more accessible, more homeowners than ever are adding batte…

Sigenergy SigenStack: A New Commercial Battery System for C&I Projects in Australia

Written By Donna Wentworth

March 25, 2026

Commercial battery storage has been moving in one direction for a while now: bigger projects, tighter sites, and less patience for bulky, rigid systems that are difficult to install or expand. Sigenergy’s new SigenStack commercial battery system is designed for C&I solar…

Alpha ESS Battery Warranty Explained: What’s Covered, What’s Not, and What Can Void It

Written By Donna Wentworth

March 23, 2026

If you’re looking at an Alpha ESS battery, chances are the specs look fine, the price seems reasonable, and the installer sounds confident. However, there’s usually one concern sitting in the background: what happens if something goes wrong five or eight years down the track…

Tesla Powerwall 3 Problems: What You Need to Know in Australia (2026 Guide)

Written By Donna Wentworth

March 20, 2026

You’ve probably heard the news by now: The Tesla Powerwall 3 is now compatible with the Powerwall 2. For many existing Powerwall owners in Australia, that’s a welcome update. If you already have a Powerwall 2, it finally gives you a way to expand your storage without replaci…

Do Solar Batteries Affect Home Insurance in NSW? What You Need to Know

Written By Donna Wentworth

March 16, 2026

Solar batteries are becoming more common in NSW as rebates expand, electricity prices rise, and battery technology improves. With more households moving faster on battery decisions—especially following changes to the Cheaper Home Batteries Program—questions about insurance are…

Can Renters Finally Access Solar? A Clear, Candid Guide to Queensland’s Supercharged Solar for Renters Rebate

Written By Donna Wentworth

March 8, 2026

If you’re renting in Queensland, you’ve probably wondered: Why do homeowners get solar savings — but renters don’t? Electricity prices shift. Rooftop solar is everywhere. However, if you don’t own the roof, installing panels hasn’t really been an option. For landlords…

Tesla Powerwall 3 Compatibility With Powerwall 2 in Australia: What Existing Owners Need to Know

Written By Donna Wentworth

March 5, 2026

For many Tesla Powerwall 2 owners, the frustration of expanding their battery system may soon be over. Tesla has confirmed that Powerwall 3 will soon be compatible with Powerwall 2, with Australia chosen as the first country globally to receive the rollout. Since Powerwal…