FAQs

We’re wanting to understand more about how we can roll out EV chargers to keep up with the pace of EV adoption and to help reach the nations short and long-term climate change goals. We’re seeking to learn which types of chargers are best for specific locations, which charging options are cost-effective, and how regional communities feel about their EV charging infrastructure.

The trial will run from two years, concluding in 2027.

The trial is taking place in five council footprints across regional NSW:

• Bathurst Shire
• Byron Shire
• Dubbo Regional
• Mid-Coast
• Tweed Shire

20 chargers in total will be spread across the five communities.

There will be two units (boxes) mounted to timber power poles. One unit is for metering and the other is the charging connector. Each unit is sized to minimise any overhang from the pole.

Parking will be allocated by the local councils with various approaches based on the parking needs of the location. This can vary from dedicated EV parking, time restricted EV parking, or remain as general parking for all vehicles. Appropriate Transport for NSW approved signage will be installed for any specific parking restrictions.

Charging sessions will be managed through the use of the Everty app. Once connect to your car, the Everty app is used to start, view, stop, and pay for charging sessions.

This will vary depending on the charging capability of each vehicle. The chargers will be able to supply up to either 7 kW (single phase) or 22 kW (three phase), depending on the available connection at the selected sites. Indicative range additions are:

• 7kW (typical single phase), 35-50 km range per hour of charging
• 22kW (maximum capability), 100-160 km range per hour of charging

Cost to access will be set by the Charge Point Operator, Everty.

Yes. The chargers will feature a type 2 socket, requiring customers to bring their own charging lead that suits their car. These charging leads are readily available from popular auto suppliers in the case that one wasn't provided with your car. This is a preferable alternative to a permanently attached lead, which is subject to weathering, vandalism, and not applicable to all vehicles.

This depends on the parking signage applicable to the parking space adjacent to the EV charger. Parking restrictions will be determined by individual councils.

Each shire council has provided valuable feedback on the potential sites that were considered as part of this trial. This leads to a balanced outcome between network suitability and social utility for each site. The councils are also typically responsible for the designation and maintenance of parking locations of the selected sites.

Once we've learned from the trial, we intend to provide mapping tools to all councils to help them choose the best poles for EV charging. Some of these poles will be made 'EV ready' based on demand. Then, we'll offer these poles to Charge Point Operators, to easily and affordably install pole-mounted EV chargers at convenient locations.