Offgrid Now

01/06/2026

Hi all! We're now on Instagram! Follow .now for future updates, events, off‑grid tips, and everything solar & battery. See you there! :)

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28/04/2026

🌾 Join us this weekend at Tocal Field Days 🌞
OFFGRID NOW is heading to Tocal Field Days. The Hunter, Newcastle & Central Coast region’s premier agricultural event! 🚜⚡

📅 When: 1–3 May
⏰ Time: 9am–5pm (4pm Sunday)
📍 Where: Tocal Ag College
815 Tocal Road, Tocal
NSW 2421

Drop by to explore our off-grid power systems and talk with our team about energy self-sufficiency.
Whether you’re upgrading or starting your off-grid journey, we’ll help you find the right solution. 🌿

More info & tickets: https://tocalfielddays.com

Can’t wait to meet you! 👋

20/04/2026

Meet Peter in Wide Bay — a retired handyman who’s turned a hobby farm into a practical powerhouse with a FORZA 16 kW cabinet, 16 kW array and 30 kW of batteries (expandable to 60). “I’ve been looking at Off Grid Now for a long time,” he says — and that simple start of a couple of panels showed him what was possible. He’s building a butcher shop and workshop off‑grid, and the generator’s “just insurance” now. Reliable, sensible power that grows with him. Read Peter’s full story on our website.

16/04/2026

Hey friends! Meet Lee and her tiny Noosa Hinterland hideaway. Her rooftop solar + compact battery keep her weekend retreat running—no bills, no generator. It’s been 100% reliable for over a year (even through Cyclone Alfred). We popped in, checked everything’s humming, and she’s loving the low‑maintenance freedom. Tiny home living done right. 🌿⚡️🏡

24/11/2025

The OFFGRID NOW® team and ELECT SOLAR SERVICES installed a OFFGRID NOW® Daily Grind 8 power cabinet with 8kW of solar and a 20kWh battery for a special customer Tanya and her boys in Traveston, QLD.

"The Offgrid Now team was very helpful and easy to deal with. They helped me choose the system that best suited my needs and handed everything along the journey. I wanted to say that we were all very impressed with the installers. They were very friendly, knowledgeable and a pleasure to have onsite. I am more than happy to recommend this company to anyone looking for solar and especially off grid systems. So thank you!"

It's our pleasure Tanya!

06/11/2025

Latest product photos of the OFFGRID NOW® Forza cabinet ⚡️

Proudly Australian Made, every Forza system is crafted with care and precision right here in Queensland:

🇦🇺 Cabinet: 3mm aluminium — manufactured in Brendale, QLD
🎨 Finish: Powder-coated in K***a Park, QLD
🔧 Assembly: Completed at our Coolum Beach manufacturing facility
🚚 Delivery: Shipped and installed Australia-wide

Off Grid Solar System, Simplified - with OFFGRID NOW®

04/11/2025

🌞 Living off-grid in Australia and want to stay cool (or cosy) without draining your solar system?

Check out our latest article:
https://www.offgridnow.com.au/news-events/climate-control-systems-for-off-grid-solar-homes

Here are the key take-aways you'll love:

🔥 What’s inside:
A breakdown of the main climate control options for off-grid homes:

Portable air conditioners: Great for small spaces or occasional use, but not ideal for full-time off-grid comfort.

Split system air conditioners: Highly efficient and a smart choice for most off-grid homes when timed correctly.

Ducted systems (single & three-phase): Whole-home comfort, yes — but very high energy demand and best for homes with large solar + battery systems.

Evaporative coolers: Ultra-low energy in dry climates; a smart “passive-plus” option in inland Australia.

✅ Smart usage tips for off-grid climate control:

Run your cooling/heating during peak solar production (10 am-4 pm) so you use solar power directly rather than draining your batteries.

Pre-cool or pre-heat ahead of evenings so you rely less on heavy systems at night.

Use smart zoning (cool/heat only the rooms you’re in), and rely on fans or passive ventilation overnight.

Good insulation, sealing gaps, reflective blinds and orientation/shade matter just as much as the equipment you pick.

🎯 Our recommendation:
If we were setting up an off-grid home: go with a quality split system (inverter type) for heating + cooling, and make sure the building shell (insulation, windows, orientation) is optimised. Use the larger-scale ducted system only if you’re building big and have the solar + battery budget for it. And if you’re in a dry zone, definitely consider the evaporative cooler as a “bonus” low-energy option.

If you’re planning or living off-grid, this article is a must-read to help you keep your comfort high and your energy draw low. 🔋

30/10/2025

30,000 homes without power.. It's time to go OFFGRID NOW®.

Tens of thousands of homes remain without power after destructive storms, as south-east Queensland swelters through another scorcher. The mercury in parts of Brisbane reached 39.1 degrees Celsius, on par with the hottest October day since 1957.

30/10/2025

Latest product photos of the OFFGRID NOW® Robusta 12 ⚡️

Proudly Australian Made, every Robusta 12 system is crafted with care and precision right here in Queensland:

🇦🇺 Cabinet: 3mm aluminium — manufactured in Brendale, QLD
🎨 Finish: Powder-coated in K***a Park, QLD
🔧 Assembly: Completed at our Coolum Beach manufacturing facility
🚚 Delivery: Shipped and installed Australia-wide

Off Grid Solar System, Simplified - with OFFGRID NOW®

28/10/2025

🔥 Thinking about going off-grid? Or just want to make your solar setup more efficient? Your hot water system can make or break your energy independence! 💧☀️

Choosing the right system is one of the biggest decisions in off-grid living — and we’ve broken it all down for you in our latest blog:
👉 https://www.offgridnow.com.au/news-events/choosing-the-right-hot-water-system-for-off-grid-solar-living-in-australia

Here’s a quick rundown:
🌡️ Heat Pump Systems – Top pick! Super-efficient, ideal for running off solar power during the day.
☀️ Solar Thermal Systems – Great in sunny areas, but make sure to include a backup booster.
🔥 Gas Systems (LPG) – Reliable for winter or cloudy days, perfect as a backup.
⚡ Traditional Electric Systems – Heavy on your batteries… best avoided off-grid.

✅ Pro Tip: Pair a heat pump with a gas booster or timed solar control for the best year-round performance.

If you’re serious about off-grid comfort, read the full guide for energy-smart advice built for Australian homes.