Design your home for the way you live
Choose your lifestyle before your appliance
Building a new home is about more than choosing finishes and floor plans. It’s about designing a lifestyle that works effortlessly every day. When you plan natural gas into your build upfront, you unlock reliable, quick heating, consistent hot water and responsive cooking, all designed to support your daily routines from day one.Speak to your builder early
The best time to consider your energy options is before construction begins. Talk to your builder about natural gas early in the design process you can plan the right appliance layout, ensure your home’s comfort and avoid costly changes later. Early planning helps ensure your heating, hot water and cooking solutions are designed to suit the way you live.Power Your Lifestyle with Natural Gas
Flexible Energy Options for Your New Home
If you're building a new home and have no idea how a 7-star energy rating works, you're not alone.
There's a common misconception that all new homes must be all-electric to have a 7-star rating.
If you love cooking on gas, you don't have to miss out. Under current 2025 National Construction Code building requirements, natural gas cooktops and barbecues can be included in new homes.
So, if cooking with a flame or entertaining outdoors is important to you, you can still design a home that reflects your lifestyle and preferences. Because a great home isn't just about meeting energy requirements - it's about creating a place that feels right for the people who live there.
Putting solar panels on your home is a great way to help reduce your electricity bills, but did you know it can also give you the flexibility to include natural gas hot water and heating if natural gas is available? For many families, gas hot water means the comfort of knowing there's plenty of hot water available when everyone needs it – from morning showers to evening baths and everything in between.
Once you've decided on the appliances that matter most to you, speak with your builder. They can help design a home that meets 7-star energy requirements while bringing your vision to life.
Discover natural gas appliances for your home
The examples below illustrate what may be possible for your homes. Individual outcomes depend on your home’s design, appliance selection and assessment outcomes. See assumptions and limitations below.
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Rebates and promotions
You may be eligible for rebates and special offers in South Australia, Northern Territory, New South Wales and Queensland. Click here to see what’s available in your state.Disclaimer: In Victoria gas rebates and promotional offers are not generally available for new builds, new gas connections, or newly installed appliances, as per applicable state regulations. Eligibility for any incentives may vary.
Click to find out more about the electrification standards and exemptions here: New electrification and efficiency standards and regulations for Victorian buildings
