Rebate finder

Rebates and concessions in South Australia

7 programs open to households in South Australia, 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

Check eligibility on the official site

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

Check eligibility on the official site

Energy bills

SAEnergy bills

Energy bill concession

Up to $291.27 a year

A daily-rate concession on the electricity bill at your main home for South Australians on low or fixed incomes. Indexed each year.

Live at the property and be the first-named account holder
Hold an eligible card (e.g. Pensioner Concession, Low Income Health Care, Commonwealth Seniors Health) or receive an eligible Centrelink payment such as JobSeeker

ConcessionsSA (Department of Human Services) · checked 4 Oct

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Cost of living

SACost of living

Cost of Living Concession

$270.60 a year

An annual cash payment to low and fixed-income tenants and homeowners in SA to help with general costs like rates, energy and medical bills. Paid between August and December.

Live at the property; tenants need a written rental agreement
Hold an eligible card, get an eligible Centrelink payment, or meet the low-income limits

ConcessionsSA (Department of Human Services) · checked 4 Oct

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Kids & activities

SAKids & activities

Sports Vouchers Plus

2 x $100 per child a year

Two $100 vouchers per child each calendar year for sport, active recreation and music fees, usable at one provider or split between two. Not means tested.

South Australian child in Reception to Year 9 in 2026
From 1 January 2027, all SA children aged 5 to 18
Must use a registered provider

Office for Recreation, Sport and Racing (SA) · checked 4 Oct

Check eligibility on the official site

Home energy upgrades

SAHome energy upgrades

Retailer Energy Productivity Scheme (REPS)

Free or discounted upgrades

Energy retailers must deliver discounted or free efficiency upgrades such as lighting, insulation and appliances to SA homes and businesses. You don't need to be their customer.

South Australian households and businesses, renters or owners
Eligibility depends on the activity and property
Priority group households may get bigger offers

Essential Services Commission of South Australia · checked 4 Oct

Check eligibility on the official site

Other states

New South Wales Victoria Queensland Western Australia Tasmania ACT Northern Territory

Important information

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