Prime Minister Anthony Albanese and local MP Julian Hill visited a family home in South East Melbourne last week, where a GoodWe hybrid inverter and battery system had recently been installed. The homeowner, Shane, who is also a sales manager for GoodWe, welcomed the officials along with his wife Danielle, their son Parker, and the family dog. The visit showcased the success of the Federal Government’s Cheaper Home Batteries program and highlighted the role of household solar and storage in Australia’s clean energy transition.
During the visit, the Prime Minister toured the garage to see firsthand how solar paired with battery storage can significantly reduce household energy bills. Before installing the system, Shane’s monthly electricity bill exceeded $300. After adding solar and storage, the household’s bill dropped to just $59.21, even while powering both a hybrid and a fully electric car.
The visit coincided with the Federal Government’s recent announcement accepting the Climate Change Authority’s recommendation to cut emissions by 62 to 70 per cent by 2035. The Prime Minister emphasized that widespread adoption of household solar and battery storage is essential to achieving these targets. Dean Williamson, Country Manager for GoodWe Australia, noted that government support is making battery systems more affordable than ever, enabling more families to benefit from energy storage.
Dean Williamson explained, “The battery rebate itself is around $370 per kWh as a saving, which is around 30-35% off the cost of an average system,” Williamson explained. “We have seen over the past 12-24 months that the price of the batteries, including the raw materials, has been coming down, so now it’s a really economically viable solution.”
GoodWe’s hybrid inverters and Lynx battery systems are already helping thousands of Australian households reduce reliance on the grid. With rebates lowering upfront costs, more families can store solar energy for use at night or during peak demand. The Prime Minister also reaffirmed that the Cheaper Home Batteries program is part of a broader national plan that combines government incentives with private sector investment.
Anthony Albanese, Prime Minister of Australia, said in a statement, “Sixty thousand people since 1 July have taken up our batteries rebate policy. It’s extraordinary that more than a thousand batteries are being installed in houses right around Australia, each and every workday. What’s driving it is that it’s good for the environment, but it’s also good for their bank balance as well. For the same reason why a household invests in solar and batteries – an upfront cost followed by ongoing savings – our national economy benefits when we invest in renewable energy. It will lead to stronger growth as we go forward. Just like here, the battery is supported with a rebate from the Commonwealth, but the investment is being made by the household. That partnership is what will drive the transition.”
Julian Hill, Member for Bruce, stated, Shane and Danielle are amongst thousands of Australians now making the choice to switch to solar as part of the renewable energy transition. Families like theirs are enjoying enormous savings on their energy bills, while helping Australia harness some of the best renewable resources in the world.”
As Australians face rising energy costs and growing demand, the combination of solar and battery storage is proving to be both a practical household solution and a key element of national energy policy. For Shane and Danielle, the benefits are already tangible, while for the Prime Minister and GoodWe, the visit reinforced a simple message: homegrown solar and storage are central to Australia’s clean energy future.
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