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Free midday power just the start for energy equity

Zero-cost daytime energy is about capitalising on Australia's solar success story but more could be done to ensure renters and apartment occupants benefit.

AAP · Mar 21

Coal power lifeline risks unreliability, bill shock

The Sunshine State's coal-fired power stations are set to operate longer in a move some critics worry risks unreliability and higher bills.

AAP · Oct 10, 2025

Queensland’s biggest coal-fired power station could close six years early

Crisafulli government wants coal plants to run longer – reversing previous Queensland Labor government’s plans to end reliance on coal power by 2035

The Guardian - AU · Oct 1, 2025

Consumer groups criticise energy companies charging solar panel owners for exporting power

Critics argue change could lead to people installing smaller solar power systems so they aren’t penalised for exporting excess energy during the day

The Guardian - AU · May 16, 2024

Rooftop solar, electric cars could solve energy puzzle

Savvy households could lead Australia's transition to clean energy with solar panels, batteries and electric cars, a report has found, but reforms are needed.

AAP · May 5, 2024

NSW to announce life extension of Eraring, Australia’s largest coal-fired power station

Exclusive: Decision to keep the ageing plant operating for up to four more years could cost taxpayers as much as $150m a year

The Guardian - AU · Apr 30, 2024

Taxpayers slugged $120m to $150m a year to keep Eraring open: report

Report puts cost of keeping Eraring open at $120m-$150m a year

Newcastle Herald · Mar 27, 2024

Solution to energy transition might be over our heads

Australia could use a "secret weapon" to share the country's wealth of sunshine, kickstart the stalled energy transition and permanently reduce power bills.

AAP · Oct 9, 2023