How Solar + Battery Rebates Can Slash Your Power Bills (Gold Coast & Northern Rivers)

For homeowners and businesses in the Gold Coast and Northern Rivers region, now is one of the best times ever to install solar panels and battery storage. Thanks to government rebates, you can dramatically reduce your upfront cost—and begin earning big savings on your electricity bills. In this post we’ll walk you through how the rebate system works, how you can estimate your savings, and how Proactive Electrical & Solar can help you take advantage.

What’s the rebate and how does it work?

Under Australia’s Small‑scale Renewable Energy Scheme (SRES), eligible solar systems can earn Small‑scale Technology Certificates (STCs) which reduce the cost of installation. The official calculator provided by the Clean Energy Regulator lets you estimate how many STCs your system may generate.

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Additionally, from 1 July 2025 the federal “Cheaper Home Batteries” program offers a rebate on battery storage of around 30 % off upfront cost, or roughly $330‑$372 per usable kWh of battery capacity.

Together, these two incentives mean you may significantly lower your upfront out‑of‑pocket cost—and begin turning your roof into real energy savings.

How to calculate your savings

1. Solar system STC estimate – Use the SRES calculator to enter your system size (kW), installation date and postcode. This gives you an approximate number of STCs, which your installer can convert to a dollar discount.

2. Battery rebate estimate – For example, a 10 kWh usable capacity battery might attract a rebate of approximately $3,300 based on current figures (~$330 per kWh).

3. Look at your usage – Because your Gold Coast bill is likely weighted towards daytime export and evening import, installing a solar + battery system helps you store excess solar power and use it when grid rates are higher.

4. Add installer value – With Proactive Electrical & Solar, you’ll benefit from a full‑service approach: system design, rebate eligibility confirmation, high‑quality components, and local support for your region

Solar + Battery Savings Snapshot - Estimates Below

System Size	Estimated Cost (Before Rebates)	STC Rebate (Approx.)	Battery Rebate (Est. @$330/kWh)	Total Rebates	Estimated Out-of-Pocket	Annual Savings (Est.)	Payback Period (Est.)
6.6kW Solar Only	$7,500	$2,400	0	$2,400	$5,100	$1,200	4-5 years
6.6kW + 5kWh Battery	$13,500	$2,400	$1,650	$4,050	$9,450	$1,600	5-6 years
6.6kW + 10kWh Battery	$17,000	$2,400	$3,300	$5,700	$11,300	$2,000	5-7 years

Why choose Proactive Electrical & Solar?

As a trusted local installer on the Gold Coast and Northern Rivers, Proactive Electrical & Solar specialises in systems that tap into rebates properly and maximise long‑term savings. We’ll handle the paperwork, source quality equipment, and tune your system to your lifestyle so you get the most value—not just today, but for years to come.

Ready to calculate your savings?

Want to find out exactly how much you could save?

🔗 Use the STC calculator from the Clean Energy Regulator here: Calculate my savings

Then get in touch with us to arrange a free consultation—where we’ll walk you through a quote, customise your system size, and lock in your rebate eligibility before prices rise.

Call us today on 0489080042 or submit our contact form. The sooner you act, the sooner the rebates apply—and the faster you begin saving.