27/01/2012
One month after Mildura Solar was announced as the preferred supplier of Mildura Region Solar Hubs, they have fully installed the first panels at the home of Peter and Rae Knyvett.
“The installation was completed within 15 days of receiving the go ahead.” said Renee Carruthers, Manager of Mildura Solar
In order to get the installed system running, it needs to be connected to the power grid. This process was expecting to take up to three months; however, Powercor and Mildura Solar assisted by having this completed in just a few weeks.
The solar system easily passed the electrical inspection and is already reducing Mr and Mrs Knyvett’s power bill.
“Installing solar through Mildura Region Solar Hubs has been a flawless process. They have helped us to understand the type of system required for our home, and the installation from Mildura Solar was timely and professional”, said Rae
As one of the first 50 customers to accept a ’premium package’, Mr and Mrs Knyvett have received a discount of $750 off the already low prices quoted, and also a free SMA Sunny Webbox solar monitoring system.
Mr and Mrs Knyvett have increased the total capacity of solar installed in Mildura region to more than 1310kW
“By purchasing solar through Mildura Region Solar Hubs, Peter and Rae have made an excellent choice.” said Anne Mansell, CEO of Mildura Development Corporation.
“The systems available through Mildura Solar are of a very high standard and will provide the energy savings and a good return rate on this investment”
Other local residents wishing to obtain a free, no obligation quote for solar should contact Tim Brand, Solar Hubs Project Officer at Mildura Development Corporation on 03 5022 0722 or email tim@milduraregion.com.au
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Background information about Mildura Region Solar Hubs: www.milduraregionsolarhubs.com.au
All media enquiries to Anne Mansell - Chief Executive Officer, Mildura Development Corporation
P: 03 50220722 M: 0418 300 943 E: anne@milduraregion.com.au
11/01/2012
Our January 2012 newsletter is being delivered to homes and businesses in the Mildura region this week.
5/12/2011
Mildura Rural City Council, in partnership with Mildura Development Corporation and Mildura Tourism will be attending the Regional Living Expo in Melbourne in April 2012.
We’re looking for ambassadors from our local business community to attend this expo, and tell people about why Mildura is such a great place to live, work and invest.
An information session will be held on Wednesday 7 December at 3.30pm-4.30pm at Mildura Council’s Deakin Avenue office.
2/12/2011
Local community and business leaders have joined forces to advocate for the early roll out of the National Broadband Network in our region.
Representatives from a number of organisations, including Mildura Rural City Council, Wentworth Shire Council, Mildura Development Corporation, SuniTAFE, La Trobe University, Lower Murray Water, local schools, and health and welfare advocates, met this week to develop an action plan and digital economy strategy which will assist in lobbying NBN Co in a bid to have the Mildura Wentworth region nominated in the next 3 year rollout schedule that is due to be released by NBN Co in early 2012.
Local champion and MDC Board Director, Jenny Grigg, said the meeting was the first step in tackling an issue that is critical to our region’s economy and communities.
“Access to broadband infrastructure will improve our ability to grow and attract businesses and investment; it is vital for the health and education sectors and will help improve community inclusiveness,” Mrs Grigg said.
Mildura mayor Cr John Arnold said the organisation was committed to doing all it can to move our region further up the NBN roll out list.
“Working together collectively as a region is the best chance we have at getting NBN Co to reconsider when we receive access to broadband infrastructure,” Cr Arnold said.
Mayor Margaret Thomson of the Wentworth Shire said the NBN rollout must happen in this region as soon as possible. “With it we will have a competitive edge to attract business and people, without it we will lose opportunities to other regions. The rollout will give our youth an equal footing with our city cousins,” she said. “Council will set up an internal project team to ensure any pending rollout occurs as effectively as possible.”
“The Mildura Wentworth region has shown it’s more than ready for improved connectivity, from households, farmers, virtual schools and businesses. The NBN4Mildura –Wentworth Project Team will strongly advocate for the needs across this vast geographic region, for access to a broadband network that has capacity, coverage and reliability.” Mrs Grigg said.
NBN4Mildura-Wentworth will consult with community and business stakeholders in preparing a digital economy strategy and will also work with Regional Development Australia (RDA) Boards in the Loddon-Mallee and Murray regions to assist in the push for the NBN.
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For further information please contact the Mildura Development Corporation office.
Anne Mansell
Chief Executive Officer
Phone: 03 50220722
Mobile: 0418 300 943
25/11/2011
Mildura Region Solar Hubs are proud to announce a partnership with Mildura Solar to provide the best, most comprehensive solar installations in the Mildura Region.
“Mildura Development Corporation has been working for 6 months researching the best available suppliers and installers. We are excited to announce a huge 10% discount from local company, Mildura Solar, for the Mildura Region Solar Hubs project, from a very competitive field of applicants from across the country”, said Mrs Anne Mansell, CEO of Mildura Development Corporation.
The Mildura Region Solar Hubs project is a partnership between a number of agencies to bring affordable rooftop solar to the residents of Mildura Rural City Council.
All residents in the Mildura Council Area are encouraged to have solar panels fitted at a reduced price through this community bulk-buy process, which will see 735kw of installed PV solar, in addition to the 50kw that Mildura Rural City Council will install as part of this project.
To simply buy solar panels has been too complex for too long. Mildura Region Solar Hubs can help you make the most significant purchase you will make this decade.
Mrs Mansell said, “The Mildura Region Solar Hubs project has done all of the research and trusts that quality tradespeople will be installing a proven product, taking away the stress of individual research and understanding. We will provide a full service, starting with a consultation, right through to the installation and assistance with contacting your electricity provider to reap the benefits of feeding power back into the grid”.
While there is an initial outlay to purchase the solar panels, it is estimated that the system will be paid off over 10 years.
It is anticipated that people can save $500 - $2,000 each year off their electricity bills with Mildura Solar’s exclusive deals.
For a no obligation quote or to attend an information session please contact Tim Brand, Solar Hubs Project Officer at Mildura Development Corporation on 03 5022 0722 or email tim@milduraregion.com.au
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All media enquiries to Anne Mansell - Chief Executive Officer, Mildura Development Corporation
P: 03 50220722 M: 0418 300 943 E: anne@milduraregion.com.au