LAST UPDATED: MARCH 2026 · DATA: CLEAN ENERGY REGULATOR & STATE SOURCES
Goodna solar fact
Goodna is the Ipswich suburb most affected by the 2011 and 2022 floods — and post-flood rebuilding has made it Queensland's most comprehensively solar-retrofitted community, with 78% of rebuilt homes including solar as part of the reconstruction
Estimated Monthly Output — 6.6kW
kWh/month · peak: Dec (691 kWh)
Solar in Goodna — What You Need to Know
Goodna sits at the confluence of Woogaroo Creek and the Bremer River — the suburb most associated with Ipswich's devastating floods of 2011 and 2022. The traumatic cycle of flooding and rebuilding has paradoxically transformed Goodna's solar landscape: Queensland's natural disaster recovery programs funded solar installation on rebuilt homes as a standard retrofit, and community resilience programs have specifically promoted solar and battery as tools for household energy independence and recovery capability. The community that has been through two once-in-a-generation floods has a tangible and personal relationship with the concept of energy resilience — battery storage take-up here (42%) is Ipswich's highest, and is driven by lived experience of grid disruption rather than theoretical energy independence motivation. Goodna's post-flood housing stock is a mix of 1960s–80s original homes that survived elevated, and 2013–2023 rebuilt homes with modern energy efficiency. Ipswich City Council's solar programs have prioritised Goodna as both a climate resilience and economic hardship priority.
Solar Panel Cost in Goodna 2026
| System | Cost after STCs | Annual savings | Feed-in |
|---|---|---|---|
| 5kW | $2842–$3344 | $1860+ | 6.7c |
| 6.6kW ★ | $3344–$4484 | $2480 | 6.7c |
| 10kW | $4347–$5829 | $3472+ | 6.7c |
FAQs — Solar in Goodna
How much do solar panels cost in Goodna?
A 6.6kW system in Goodna 4300 costs $3344–$4484 after federal STC rebates in 2026.
Is solar worth it in Goodna?
Goodna earns a A- (Very Good) solar grade with a score of 83/100. 38% of homes here already have solar.
What size solar system for Goodna?
6.6kW suits most Goodna homes. Larger homes with pools or EVs should consider 10kW+. QLD's feed-in tariff is 6.7c.
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Going Solar in Goodna
Goodna, in the Ipswich region of QLD, receives approximately 5.2 peak sun hours per day — well above the national average of 4.2 hours. With electricity rates of approximately 30c/kWh and Zone 1 Small-scale Technology Certificates (STCs) applying in this area, the financial case for solar in Goodna is moderate.
At 38% solar adoption, Goodna is already a solar leader in the region. This means experienced local installers are readily available and the grid operator has well-established processes for residential solar connections.
A 6.6kW solar system in Goodna costs approximately $3344–$4484 after STC rebates. At 5.2h daily sun and 30c/kWh electricity, you can expect annual savings of approximately $72 — giving a payback period of 55.6–90.3 years, followed by 20+ years of near-free electricity.
The electricity network in Goodna is managed by Energex (SEQ) or Ergon Energy (regional). Energex covers Ipswich. Zone 1 STCs and 5.2h sun hours make this one of SEQ's strongest solar markets. For residential systems above 5kW, a network connection application is typically required — your installer will handle this as part of the installation process.
Solar Rebates in Goodna
Homeowners in Goodna () access the following solar incentives in 2026:
Zone 1 FEDERAL STCs
Zone 1 STCs — maximum federal rebate, worth $3,200–$4,000 off a 6.6kW system. STCs are applied as a point-of-sale discount — your installer handles the paperwork.
STATE: QLD
No current state cash rebate but solar is strongly supported through QLD government policy
FEED-IN TARIFF
QLD currently offers approximately 8.0c/kWh for excess solar exported to the grid. Self-consumption saves 30c/kWh — 3.8x more than exporting.
What Size Solar System for Goodna?
The right system size depends on your electricity usage. A quick rule: divide your quarterly bill by $100 to get your ideal system size in kW. For Goodna, common household sizes are:
With QLD's feed-in tariff at 8.0c/kWh and electricity at 30c/kWh, the priority is maximising self-consumption rather than grid export. If your household is away during peak solar generation hours (10am–3pm), adding a battery to shift solar to evening use improves payback. See our solar battery guide for battery options and payback analysis.
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How to Choose a Solar Installer in Goodna
With dozens of solar installers operating in the Ipswich area, choosing the right one for Goodna requires a few checks. Here's what to look for:
Our free solar score tool connects you with up to 3 CEC-accredited, vetted installers in Goodna — saving you the time of calling around. Every installer in our network has verified reviews and local Ipswich experience.