New South Wales (NSW) will expand its electric vehicle charging infrastructure with 159 new chargers planned across 48 regional locations. The funding for the chargers totals $5.9 million, supported by $3.2 million in private investment.
The chargers will be installed along major road trip routes and at key tourism destinations, covering areas from Bourke to Murray and Tweed to Tumut. Drivers will be able to charge at rest stops, visitor centres, supermarkets, and other local hubs. Installation is scheduled over the next year, with locations being finalised in consultation with local councils.
“The Minns Labor Government is investing another $5.9 million to supercharge sustainable travel across regional NSW with another 159 new chargers, all powered by 100 per cent renewable energy. Whether you live regionally or are setting off on a road trip, the new chargers open exciting opportunities to travel further with confidence,” Minister for Climate Change, Energy and the Environment Penny Sharpe said.
Supporting regional travel and tourism
“Regional NSW is full of hidden gems and now EV drivers have more places to stop and charge while they explore and travel across this wonderful state. I know communities outside the city will welcome more visitors and see the opportunities these chargers bring to showcase everything their towns have to offer,” said Minister for Regional NSW Tara Moriarty said.
Meanwhile, Minister for Jobs and Tourism Steve Kamper said, “These chargers ensure locals or visitors travelling through our state have more places to stop and top up along the way as they take in the wonders of NSW. It will help boost local economies and open up more of our state to visitors, helping drive tourism in parts of regional NSW”.
Six companies, including EVSE, KarChargers, NRMA, Woolworths Group, ReGen EV Charging Install, and Rise Energy, will deliver the new chargers, which are designed to reduce charging time for vehicles.
This expansion brings the total number of government-supported EV chargers in NSW to nearly 3,300 across more than 1,200 sites.
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