38Public EV chargers
Progress
On time
- Not started
- Planning
- Implementation
- Continuous
OBJECTIVE
IMPACT
MediumHelp to facilitate the installation of public EV chargers in Indigo shire.
Description
We advocate for the transition to low emissions travel through providing support to public EV charging infrastructure installed on Council land and operated by third parties.
Council does not own and operate public EV chargers.
However, we do support installation of public EV chargers on Council land by qualified third parties who are willing to enter a licence agreement.
In 2022, Indigo Shire welcomed its first public 50kW EV charger - located at the Yackandandah Senior Citizens Centre. This achievement was a collaborative effort, led by Totally Renewable Yackandandah (TRY), Indigo Power, and Yackandandah Community Development Corporation (YCDco).
In 2023, Council has teamed up with Evie Networks to install a 50kW public EV charger in Beechworth (Burke Museum), which became fully operational in September.
We're also currently working with Evie Networks to install chargers in Chiltern (Chiltern Hub) and Rutherglen (Murray St carpark). Evie Network chargers are equipped with both CHAdeMO and CCS2 connectors, and their system is compatible with all electric cars on the Australian market including Tesla Model 3/S/X, Nissan Leaf, MG ZS EV and Hyundai Ioniq.
Use Plugshare to find out locations of public and private EV chargers in Indigo Shire, and whether they are compatible for your vehicle.
Visit Green Vehicle Guide to understand your vehicle's environmental impact.
Tasks
What's left to do?
- 31/12/2023
Develop a Council procedure for public EV chargers
- 31/12/2023
Support the installation of a 50kW public EV charger at Rutherglen
In partnership with Evie Network, Council is supporting the installation of a 50kW electric vehicle (EV) fast-charger at the Murray St carpark, Rutherglen. This will be the fourth public EV fast-charger on Council land in Indigo Shire.
The project has been made possible following Evie Network's successful funding application via the Destination Charging Across Victoria (DCAV) Grant Program, provided by the Victorian Government through Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA).
A VicSmart Planning Permit application has been lodged by Evie Network. A licence agreement has been entered into between Council and Evie Network.
https://www.plugshare.com/location/606675
- 31/12/2023
Support the installation of a 50kW public EV charger at Chiltern
In partnership with Evie Network, Council is supporting the installation of a 50kW electric vehicle (EV) fast-charger at the Chiltern Hub carpark, Chiltern. This will be the third public EV fast-charger on Council land in Indigo Shire.
The project has been made possible following Evie Network's successful funding application via the Destination Charging Across Victoria (DCAV) Grant Program, provided by the Victorian Government through Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA).
A VicSmart Planning Permit application has been lodged by Evie Network. A licence agreement has been entered into between Council and Evie Network.
- 31/12/2025
Consider supporting future public EV charger opportunities
Consider supporting future public EV charger opportunities, particularly in towns currently without public EV charger infrastructure.
What has been done?
- 22/09/2023
Support the installation of a 50kW public EV charger at Beechworth
In partnership with Evie Network, Council supported the installation of a 50kW electric vehicle (EV) fast-charger at the Burke Museum carpark, Beechworth. This is the second publicly accessible EV fast-charger installed on Council land in Indigo Shire.
The project has been made possible following Evie Network's success in obtaining funding from the Destination Charging Across Victoria (DCAV) Grant Program, provided by the Victorian Government through Department of Energy, Environment and Climate Action (DEECA).
A licence agreement has been entered into between Council and Evie Network. Three parking bays have been allocated to the EV charger and licensed by Council to Evie Network to manage the installation and operate the facility.
Civil works commenced in late July and the charger was installed and fully functional by late September.
Use Plugshare to find out everything you need to know about this charger and including cost and whether your vehicle compatible. The direct link is https://www.plugshare.com/location/557864
- 30/09/2022
Support the installation of a 50kW public EV charger at Yackandandah
In partnership with Totally Renewable Yackandandah (TRY), Yackandandah Community Development Company (YCDCo) and Indigo Power, Council supported the installation of a 50 kilowatt electric vehicle (EV) fast-charger at the public carpark at 16A Windham Street, Yackandandah. This is the first publicly accessible EV fast-charger on Council land in Indigo Shire.
The project was made possible following TRY's success in obtaining $44,582 in funding from the Destination Charging Across Victoria (DCAV) Grant Program provided by the Victorian Government through the Department of Environment, Land, Water and Planning (DELWP). It was further supported by contributions from TRY, YCDCo, Indigo Power and Council.
Two parking bays have been allocated to the EV charger and licensed by Council to YCDCo to manage the installation, and contracted Indigo Power for operation and maintenance.
Use Plugshare to find out everything you need to know about this charger and including cost and whether your vehicle compatible.
Indicators
Summary and contacts
Timeline
01/01/2021 → Continuous
Target audience
Responsible organisations
- Environment & SustainabilityFacilitates public EV charger proposals by third parties.
- Capital Works & WasteProvides project management and support to third-parties installing public EV chargers.
- Assets & PropertyManages licensing arrangements for car parks used for public EV chargers.
- Planning & Statutory ServicesPlanning permit assessment and approvals for public EV chargers.
Emissions Scope
Information updated 19/04/2024
This is being drafted by the Environment & Sustainability team with input from relevant council staff as well input from other Goulburn Murray Climate Alliance (GMCA) member councils.
Inclusions should consider reasonable market values for car spaces given context of Indigo Shire's townships, how to future-proof EV Charger offerings in terms of accessibility for all drivers and vehicle types, and planning for electrical upgrades in builds or renovations where public EV chargers may be suitable.