Get all your news in one place.
100's of premium titles.
One app.
Start reading
ABC News
ABC News
National

Rural properties going off-grid with renewables for energy security and to reduce costs

When Roxanne and Luke Hinton started planning their finger lime farm on the idyllic Capricorn Coast several years ago, they had little idea it would double as a highly successful off-grid wedding venue in just a few years.

"We wanted to build something meaningful for us and our family," Ms Hinton said.

The entire operation is operated by solar, with self-sufficient watering systems, sewerage and power.

Sign up to read this article
Read news from 100's of titles, curated specifically for you.
Already a member? Sign in here
Related Stories
Top stories on inkl right now
One subscription that gives you access to news from hundreds of sites
Already a member? Sign in here
Our Picks
Fourteen days free
Download the app
One app. One membership.
100+ trusted global sources.