WattsUp Guides
Plain-English, Australian guides to solar, batteries, EV charging, V2H, V2G, e-bikes and e-scooters. More going up regularly.
Are e-scooters legal in Australia? State by state
E-scooters are legal in most of the country, but NSW and the NT are still holdouts. Exactly where you stand, in 2026.
Read guide E-BikesIs my e-bike legal? E-bike laws by state
Every state uses the same national power and speed test, but enforcement in 2026 varies a lot. Where your e-bike sits.
Read guide E-BikesAre 1000W e-bikes legal in Australia?
No. Every state caps a legal e-bike at 250 watts. A 1000 watt bike is legally a motor vehicle. Here is why it matters.
Read guide E-BikesNSW e-bike battery rules explained
Since 1 February, every e-bike and battery sold in NSW must be tested, certified and marked. What it means before you buy.
Read guide E-BikesQueensland e-bike laws: licences and age limits
Queensland's new e-mobility laws land from 1 July. Who can ride, how fast, and what it means for the school run.
Read guide SolarCheaper Home Batteries rebate explained
The federal rate is now tiered and currently 6.8 STCs per kWh. What each state adds on top, and what does not exist anymore.
Read guide SolarHow much does solar cost in Australia in 2026?
A 6.6kW system runs roughly $5,000 to $6,300 installed in most cities, rebate already included. Real prices by size and city.
Read guide SolarIs a home battery worth it in 2026?
Realistic payback is 6 to 13 years, not the brochure number. The honest maths on cost versus feed-in tariffs.
Read guide SolarFeed-in tariffs in 2026: why they are so low
Rates as low as 2 cents per kWh in some states. Why, what each state pays, and what to do instead.
Read guide SolarSolar rebates and STCs explained
The solar rebate is a certificate scheme, not a cheque. How the point of sale discount actually works.
Read guide SolarThe three free hours of power explained
From 1 July 2026, NSW, SEQ and SA households can get 3 hours of genuinely free midday power. Who qualifies.
Read guide ChargingHow much does it cost to charge an EV in Australia?
Roughly $2 to $5.50 per 100km at home, versus $13 to $16 for petrol. The real cost by charging method.
Read guide ChargingHome EV charger installation cost in 2026
A standard 7kW charger runs $1,500 to $3,000 fully installed. What actually changes the price.
Read guide ChargingCan you charge an EV from a normal power point?
Yes, granny charging is legal and normal in Australia. The speed, the safety precautions, and when to upgrade.
Read guide ChargingCharging your EV with solar: how to set it up properly
Basic solar charging just plugs in regardless of output. True solar charging matches your car's draw to your export.
Read guide E-BikesVictorian e-bike laws explained
Victoria polices hardware, not software. What the 250W rule actually means if you own or are buying an e-bike.
Read guide Electric CarsEV road user charges in Australia, 2026
No state currently charges EVs by the kilometre. Victoria's was struck down, NSW's starts 2027 at the earliest.
Read guide E-ScootersDo you need a licence for an e-scooter or e-bike?
Not in most of Australia today. Queensland changes that from 31 August 2026.
Read guide ChargingEV charging for apartments and rentals
No driveway does not mean no charging. What NSW's right to charge reform and other states already require.
Read guide ChargingPublic EV charging in Australia explained
Five networks, five apps, and prices from $0.45 to $0.73 per kWh. How to actually use them.
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