Rob and his family live off-grid in the Lockyer Valley in two Expanda tiny homes powered by a 12 kW solar array, a 12 kW inverter and an OFFGRID NOW Robusta 12.30 battery cabinet. The setup reliably runs household essentials — fridge, AC, water pump and appliances — backed by a 25,000‑litre tank and Starlink internet. Chosen for practicality, portability and cost-effectiveness, ground‑mounted panels allow the tiny homes to be moved. Rob sees the system paying for itself within years. Their calm, experienced approach shows off‑grid living can be accessible, sustainable and genuinely comfortable. Josh maintains systems and troubleshoots tech for daily reliability.

Mark and Judy’s story showcases their transition to a reliable off-grid energy system on their Pomona, Queensland property, driven by shading issues, rising electricity costs, and inconsistent grid supply. By installing a tailored solar and battery setup with upgraded panels and around 30 kWh of storage, they now power a fully equipped home—including a large swimming pool—while maintaining energy independence. The system allows them to efficiently manage high energy demands and provides backup security during outages. Overall, the shift has delivered lower costs, greater reliability, and peace of mind, highlighting the practicality of off-grid living for larger households.