Jan’s story highlights her transition to a more independent and reliable energy setup on her rural property in Kin Kin, Queensland. Frustrated by rising electricity costs and inconsistent grid supply, she installed a large off-grid solar and battery system to power her home, workshop, and stables. The system provides significant energy storage, allowing solar power generated during the day to be used at night. Since the switch, Jan has gained greater control over her energy use, reduced costs, and improved resilience during outages, while still keeping the grid as a backup for extreme conditions.

Peter’s story follows his practical approach to off-grid living on a bush block in Wide Bay, Queensland, where he powers his sheds, workshop, and developing butcher space independently from the main house. Starting with a simple solar setup, he gradually upgraded to a larger system featuring a 16 kW solar array and battery storage, providing reliable energy for tools, refrigeration, and daily use. The system allows flexibility for future expansion and lifestyle changes, giving Peter greater control, reduced reliance on the grid, and the confidence to grow his projects and hobbies at his own pace.