Victorian Solar Homes Program: How to Claim the $1,400 Rebate & Interest-Free Loan

The Victorian Government's Solar Homes Program continues to be one of the most generous clean energy initiatives in the world. Victorian homeowners can access an upfront solar panel rebate of up to $1,400, alongside an optional interest-free loan of up to $1,400, slashing initial installation hurdles to virtually zero.

Who Is Eligible for the Victorian Solar Homes Rebate?

To qualify for the $1,400 panel rebate and interest-free loan, you must satisfy the following criteria:

• Owner-Occupier: You are the owner-occupier of an existing property or the owner of a home under construction where the system is to be installed.
• Household Income Criterion: Combined household taxable income of all owners is less than $150,000 per year (based on your ATO Notice of Assessment).
• Property Valuation: The value of the property is under $3 million (for an existing home or when construction is complete).
• Prior Rebate Status: The property address has not previously received a solar panel (PV) or solar battery rebate under this program.
• System Age: The property address has not had a solar panel (PV) system installed in the last 10 years.
• Relocation Provision: If you received a Solar Homes rebate and/or loan but have moved house, you can apply for another incentive at your new address as an owner-occupier if the property has not received these rebates before.

How Does the Interest-Free Loan Work?

Eligible homeowners can apply for an interest-free loan matching the value of the rebate (up to $1,400). The loan is repaid over a 4-year term at approximately $29 per month with zero interest and zero account fees.

Because an average 6.6kW solar system saves $100 to $200 per month on electricity bills, the system's power bill savings typically exceed the monthly loan repayment from month one!

4 Steps to Claim Your Rebate with Billabong Solar

1. Request a Quote: Contact Billabong Solar. We assess your roof, electricity usage, and prepare an eligible NETCC-compliant proposal.
2. We Upload Your Quote: We upload the engineering proposal directly to the Solar Victoria portal.
3. Complete Your Application: You receive an email from Solar Victoria with a unique QR code link to verify identity and income.
4. Installation & Instant Deduction: Once approved, we schedule your NETCC-approved installation and deduct both the federal STC and Victorian rebate directly from your invoice.