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Rebates and concessions in New South Wales

10 programs open to households in New South Wales, including Australia-wide programs. Each links to the official source, which has the final say on eligibility.

Solar & batteries

FederalSolar & batteries

Cheaper Home Batteries Program

Around 30% off installed cost

A national discount on home and small business batteries, delivered through certificates under the small-scale renewable energy scheme. From 1 May 2026 the support tapers for capacity above 14 kWh and steps down every six months until 2030.

Battery of 5 kWh to 100 kWh connected to a new or existing solar PV system
Battery must be Clean Energy Council approved
Installer must be accredited by Solar Accreditation Australia

Clean Energy Regulator (funded by DCCEEW) · checked 4 Oct

Check eligibility on the official site

FederalSolar & batteries

Small-scale Renewable Energy Scheme (STCs)

Varies by system size and location

Rooftop solar, solar hot water, heat pumps and batteries earn small-scale technology certificates (STCs) that are usually converted into an upfront discount on the system. The scheme winds down each year and finishes in 2030.

Install an eligible small-scale renewable energy system
Use approved products and accredited designers/installers
Open to homeowners and small businesses

Clean Energy Regulator · checked 4 Oct

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NSWSolar & batteries

Virtual power plant (VPP) incentive

Varies with battery size

An upfront NSW payment for connecting a home battery to a virtual power plant, on top of the federal battery discount. The amount grows with capacity offered to the grid, up to 28 kWh.

NSW household or small business with a battery of more than 2 kWh and up to 50 kWh
Join a VPP provider that offers the NSW incentive
Claimable once per electricity meter (NMI)

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water · checked 4 Oct

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Concessions

FederalConcessions

Commonwealth Seniors Health Card

Varies

A concession card for older Australians who don't get the Age Pension, giving cheaper prescriptions and health care and unlocking many state and retailer discounts.

Age Pension age or older
Not receiving an income support payment from Centrelink or DVA
Meet the income test and residence rules

Services Australia · checked 4 Oct

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Energy bills

NSWEnergy bills

Low Income Household Rebate

Up to $285 a year

An annual credit on the electricity bill for NSW households with a pension or health care concession card. Embedded network customers get $313.50 paid into their bank account instead.

Named on the electricity account
Hold a Pensioner Concession Card, Health Care Card, Low Income Health Care Card or Veteran Gold Card

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water · checked 4 Oct

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NSWEnergy bills

Family Energy Rebate

Up to $180 a year

A yearly electricity bill rebate for NSW families who received Family Tax Benefit. Households already getting the Low Income Household Rebate receive a reduced top-up.

Named on the electricity account
Received Family Tax Benefit in the previous financial year
Tax return lodged and FTB entitlement finalised with Centrelink

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water · closes 15 June 2027 · checked 4 Oct

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NSWEnergy bills

Seniors Energy Rebate

$200 a year

A yearly electricity bill rebate for self-funded retirees who hold a Commonwealth Seniors Health Card.

Named on the electricity account
Hold a valid Commonwealth Seniors Health Card
Not already receiving the Low Income Household Rebate

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water · closes 30 June 2027 · checked 4 Oct

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NSWEnergy bills

Medical Energy Rebate

Up to $285 a year

Extra help with power bills for concession card holders, or someone in their home, who can't regulate body temperature and rely on heating or cooling.

Named on the electricity account and hold an eligible concession card
Person meets the listed medical qualifying conditions
Condition certified by a doctor who has treated them for at least 3 months

NSW Department of Climate Change, Energy, the Environment and Water · checked 4 Oct

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Kids & activities

NSWKids & activities

Active and Creative Kids voucher

$50 twice a year per child

Two $50 vouchers a year per child for sport, recreation, creative or cultural activities with registered providers. Two unexpired vouchers can be combined for $100.

Parent or carer receives Family Tax Benefit Part A and/or B
Child is a NSW resident aged 4.5 to 18
Must be used with a registered activity provider

Service NSW · checked 4 Oct

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Transport

NSWTransport

Toll relief rebate ($50 weekly cap)

Up to $350 a week

Drivers who spend more than $50 a week on NSW tolls can claim back the excess. The weekly cap dropped from $60 to $50 on 6 July 2026 for 12 months, with claims made every quarter.

Personal toll account (not business)
Vehicle registered for private use
Toll spend above $50 a week on NSW toll roads

Service NSW · checked 4 Oct

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Other states

Victoria Queensland Western Australia South Australia Tasmania ACT Northern Territory

Important information

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