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[โ€“] SomeoneSomewhere@lemmy.nz 1 points 1 year ago (1 children)

I'm in NZ, not Australia, but...

Gas connections are somewhat common, but by no means essential.

As most houses in Aus have Aircon and heading requirements are minimal, fitting reverse cycle (heat pump) units is easy, cheap, and efficient.

Most houses don't use gas for cooking. Using electric/induction is easy.

Water heating is the only real 'killer app' gas has, because most houses don't have the power for electric continuous flow. People will have to spare a little bit more space for a tank.

[โ€“] vividspecter@lemm.ee 1 points 1 year ago

Heat pumps are great for heating in almost any climate it should be said. It's only in places with extreme cold that a bit more thought and planning is needed.