Fuel price hike hits Queenslanders $2 million harder than expected Consumers of electrical services in Queensland will pay an additional $2 million every year as a result of the State Government’s decision to end its fuel tax rebate scheme on July 1. Queensland electrical contractors will feel the pain of the extra 8 cents per litre at the bowser, and they will be forced to pass the additional cost on to their customers. Read more...

Small businesses to suffer as solar rebate axed Small businesses around Australia will suffer from the Federal Government cancelling the solar panel rebate 21 days earlier than promised.  Solar panel installers will bear the brunt of the rash decision to axe the $8,000 rebate as applications to the scheme cannot be taken, leaving the sector without the expected flood of last minute orders.  Read more...   Hidden dangers lurk in SEQ homes after wild weather South-east Queenslanders affected by yesterday’s floods are being urged to have their electrical appliances and connections checked by a qualified tradesperson before powering them up again. Read more...

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