SunWiz 2026 Local Solar Hero Award Winners — Australia

#1 Local Solar Hero — Wide Bay

Solahart Fraser Coast is a solar energy company that provides complete solar solutions including solar panels, battery storage, hot water systems, and EV chargers to homes and businesses in the Fraser Coast region of Queensland, Australia. They are part of Solahart, which claims to be Australia’s original solar company with over 70 years of experience since 1953, and they were recognized as the #1 Local Solar Hero for Wide Bay in the 2026 SunWiz Awards. The company distinguishes itself through local expertise, industry-leading warranties up to 30 years, and flexible payment options including $0 deposit plans.

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#1 Local Solar Hero — Hunter Valley (exc Newcastle)

Solahart Newcastle is a solar energy company that sells, installs, and services solar power systems, solar batteries, solar hot water systems, and heat pumps throughout the Newcastle Hunter region in Australia. The company has been operating locally for over 25 years and is part of the larger Solahart brand, which has 70 years of global experience and over 1 million installations worldwide. What makes them notable is their strong local reputation with over 1,500 positive reviews, their use of local staff rather than contractors, and recent recognition as award winners including Canstar Blue’s top solar installer ranking and multiple 2026 SunWiz Awards for the Newcastle and Hunter Valley regions.

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#1 Local Solar Hero — Newcastle and Lake Macquarie

Solahart Newcastle is a solar energy company that sells, installs, and services solar power systems, solar batteries, solar hot water systems, and heat pumps throughout the Newcastle Hunter region in Australia. The company has been operating locally for over 25 years and is part of the larger Solahart brand, which has 70 years of global experience and over 1 million installations worldwide. What makes them notable is their strong local reputation with over 1,500 positive reviews, their use of local staff rather than contractors, and recent recognition as award winners including Canstar Blue’s top solar installer ranking and multiple 2026 SunWiz Awards for the Newcastle and Hunter Valley regions.

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#1 Local Solar Hero — Coffs Harbour

Coffs Solar Energy is a solar energy company that provides residential and commercial solar panel installations, battery systems, and related services in the Coffs Harbour area on NSW’s Mid-North Coast. The company emphasizes its local roots and community focus, with staff living and working in the region they serve. They have established a strong reputation in the area, recently being named the #1 solar installer on the Mid North Coast by SunWiz and maintaining 5-star Google reviews from local customers.

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#1 Local Solar Hero — Perth South West

Perth Solar Warehouse is a locally-owned solar superstore that supplies and installs solar panels, home batteries, and EV chargers for residential and commercial customers in Perth, Western Australia. Operating since 2004 as part of McKercher Corporation, they offer warehouse-direct pricing on solar packages and are notable for being a Tesla Premium Installer with over 20 years of energy business experience. They stand out for their strong local reputation with 4.9/5 stars across 1600+ reviews and recent recognition as a top solar installer in Western Australia.

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#1 Local Solar Hero — West & North West

Genr8 Energy is an Australian renewable energy company that specializes in solar, battery storage, and EV charging solutions for residential and commercial clients in northwest Tasmania. Founded in 2018 by directors Karl and Nathan, the company has served over 2,500 clients and positions itself as a community-focused local provider. What makes them notable is their strong regional presence and recent recognition, winning multiple 2026 SunWiz Awards including #1 Most Popular in Tasmania and #1 Local Solar Hero for West & North West regions.

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Local Solar Hero — Sydney Sutherland & Shire

Think Renewable is an Australian solar company that specializes in solar panel and battery installations for homes and businesses, positioning itself around making "sustainability simple" with end-to-end installation services handled by accredited electricians. The company operates across Australia and offers additional services including EV chargers and Virtual Power Plant (VPP) programs, helping customers access government rebates and payment plans. They are notable for their strong industry recognition, having received multiple 2026 SunWiz Awards including ranking in the top 10 nationally for most popular solar installers and achieving top ratings in several state and national categories for both solar and energy storage systems.

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Local Solar Hero — Sydney Northern Beaches

Think Renewable is an Australian solar company that specializes in solar panel and battery installations for homes and businesses, positioning itself around making "sustainability simple" with end-to-end installation services handled by accredited electricians. The company operates across Australia and offers additional services including EV chargers and Virtual Power Plant (VPP) programs, helping customers access government rebates and payment plans. They are notable for their strong industry recognition, having received multiple 2026 SunWiz Awards including ranking in the top 10 nationally for most popular solar installers and achieving top ratings in several state and national categories for both solar and energy storage systems.

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Local Solar Hero — Sydney Eastern Suburbs

Think Renewable is an Australian solar company that specializes in solar panel and battery installations for homes and businesses, positioning itself around making "sustainability simple" with end-to-end installation services handled by accredited electricians. The company operates across Australia and offers additional services including EV chargers and Virtual Power Plant (VPP) programs, helping customers access government rebates and payment plans. They are notable for their strong industry recognition, having received multiple 2026 SunWiz Awards including ranking in the top 10 nationally for most popular solar installers and achieving top ratings in several state and national categories for both solar and energy storage systems.

View Think Renewable’s full award page