More than $41 million will be spent on the roll out of 246 new fast EV chargers across NSW.
The chargers will be funded by the State Government ($16.1 million) and $51.1 million (from the private sector) to roll-out the new fast and ultra-fast chargers which will all be powered by renewable energy.
They will include pull-through charging bays to accommodate EV drivers towing caravans, boats and trailers, making it easier for long-distance travellers to charge their EVs.
Many of the chargers will be accessible for drivers with a disability.
The Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries (FCAI) has welcomed the investment.
FCAI’s Tony Weber said the investment, supported by more than $25 million in private capital, is a positive step towards ensuring charging infrastructure keeps pace with rising EV adoption.
“Improved access to public fast-charging stations will help alleviate range anxiety and support consumer confidence as Australians transition to zero and low-emission vehicles,” Mr Weber said.
“This is exactly the type of collaborative approach between government and industry needed to support growing demand. Australia trails leading nations in its EV charging infrastructure, reinforcing the need for targeted investment in high-speed public chargers.
“We know the majority of EV charging happens at home, but a well-distributed public charging network, including high-speed options on major routes, is vital to ensuring that all drivers confidently make the switch.”
The FCAI looks forward to working with governments around the country to ensure that more Australians are confident in considering EVs.
Climate Change and Energy Minister, Penny Sharpe said the cutting-edge chargers will deliver rapid charging that replenishes EV batteries from 10 to 80 per cent in 10-15 minutes.
“Making charging faster and eliminating range anxiety are key to getting more EVs on the road in NSW,” she said.
“These charging stations will make it easier to charge EVs away from home, while also helping to reduce climate pollution.”
The new EV chargers will be installed in 38 suburbs by five successful grant recipients: BP, Energy Australia, Plus ES, Tesla and NRMA.
The suburbs are:
- Ashfield
- Balgowlah
- Bega
- Belrose
- Breakfast Point
- Campsie
- Gladesville
- Dubbo
- Eastlakes
- Gregory Hills
- Gymea
- Homebush
- Jerrabomberra
- Jindabyne
- Kensington
- Killara
- Leichhardt
- Lidcombe
- Macksville
- Mascot
- Mosman
- Mudgee
- Northbridge
- Ourimbah
- Parramatta
- Picton
- Queanbeyan
- Robin Hill
- Singleton
- Smithfield
- Strathfield
- Sydney
- Sydney Olympic Park
- Taren Point
- Willow Tree
- Tuggerah
- Warrawong
- Wentworthville
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