EnviroShop Newstead

13/06/2026

A super informative EV Insights session in the shop today, with the MGS5 Essence and owners Hywel and Alice Stoakes. 6,000 kms of comfortable and quite driving so far, some powered by excess solar at home and some with cheap overnight grid charging.

02/06/2026

If you missed today's EV webinar here is a recording for you to watch.

28/05/2026

Here's a chance to talk EV facts and figures with independent and local experts (including our own Frank Forster).

Our fifth and final webinar in this series, Electric Vehicles: models, charging and the regional experience is coming up soon...

The electric vehicle (EV) sector is booming, with over 100 EVs on the market in Australia and more new models on the way.

In this webinar we will talk about the explosion of new models of EVs available, what models are popular in the local region, home charging options and what it is like to run a regional public charging network.

Hosted by Hepburn Energy General Manager, Taryn Lane.

We will also be joined by:
- Neerav Bhatt, Electrifying Everything
- Frank, EnviroShop Newstead

Register at hepburnenergy.coop/electrify

This project is supported by the Community Electrification Engagement Program. The Program is delivered by Sustainability Victoria on behalf of the Victorian Government.

27/05/2026

How to get the most out of your home battery?

Back in December 2025 we were joined by Frank from EnviroShop Newstead in our webinar on home batteries...

This video talks about how you can get the most our of your home battery, stay tuned for Part 2

16/05/2026

A nice example of the difference a battery can make. Customer (in Castlemaine) had existing solar pv and was exporting lots of excess to the grid (blue) for little financial gain. SigEnergy 16kWh battery installed in March - now uses all their solar energy and requires almost nothing from the grid (green). May 2026 consumption is all EV charging overnight.

16/05/2026

Another opportunity to hear about all the latest EV developments with Neerav Bhatt from Electrifying Everything and our own Frank Forster.

Our next webinar - Electric Vehicles: models, charging and the regional experience is coming up...

Tuesday 2 June from 12pm - 12:45pm

We will be joined by Neerav Bhatt from Electrifying Everything

Neerav Bhatt is an award-winning journalist with over two decades of experience, who is dedicated to promoting electrification and sustainability. He practices what he preaches by driving an electric car and living in a fully electric, solar-powered, gas-free home.

Register for the webinar at hepburnenergy.coop/electrify

This project is supported by the Community Electrification Engagement Program. The Program is delivered by Sustainability Victoria on behalf of the Victorian Government.

05/05/2026

Thinking about an EV in 2026? Check out our post with some helpful tips to assist in your decision making.

Time for an Electric Vehicle? / Electric Vehicles / By EnviroShop Interest in electric vehicles is on the rise, however the decision of which EV is complex and will depend on the specific requirements of each owner. Common issues to take into account (aoart from price) are range, charging rates, ser...

02/05/2026

Another informative EV Insights session in the shop today, with the BYD Sealion 7 Premium model and owner Beatrice Varga. 10,000 kms of trouble free driving so far, mostly powered by excess solar at home.

13/04/2026

Excellent overview of our energy policies over the last three decades … and where we might be headed.

The conflict in the Middle East has led to a sharp rise in energy prices – and highlighted the issue of Australia’s energy security. Why haven’t we all transitioned to renewables? The story of Australia’s energy transition and why it’s had so many false starts and missteps.

29/03/2026

Sun is shining, crowds are out and battery and EV enquiries are through the roof at this year's Bendigo Sustainability Festival.