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Policy & Planning

“If they’re good enough for Germany…” New Zealand set to beat Australia to legalising plug-in solar
Major NZ government review finds “no good reason” for preventing Kiwis from using plug-in solar, and may make it legal within a year. Will Australia follow?
Sophie Vorrath

Aug 3, 2026

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Policy & Planning

Illegal use of plug-in batteries adds urgency to campaign to approve balcony solar
A handful of Australians are already plugging in portable home batteries – illegally – suggesting that rules may need to change soon to deal with demand.
Rachel Williamson

Jun 2, 2026

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Podcasts

SwitchedOn podcast: The plug-in solar hack that’s now booming in Germany
How balcony solar is reshaping household energy use in Germany.
Anne Delaney

Mar 31, 2026

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