NSW installs 159 new EV chargers to boost tourism and green travel
New South Wales is rolling out 159 new electric vehicle chargers across 48 regional hotspots. The move aims to attract more visitors to country towns while making EV travel easier. A mix of government grants and private funding will support the £5.9 million project. The chargers will be placed along iconic road trip routes, rest stops, and tourist destinations. Locations include Sydney, the Blue Mountains, Byron Bay, and the Hunter Valley, with exact spots listed on the NSW Government’s EV charging website and apps like PlugShare. The initiative follows an earlier £2.8 million grant and £2.2 million in private investment for 549 chargers in 130 suburbs. This time, £3.2 million in private funding comes from companies such as NRMA and Woolworths. The new chargers will range from 22kW to 100kW, capable of fully charging a standard EV SUV in about an hour. Shoalhaven will receive the most ports, with 19, followed by Kempsey (11) and Lismore (9). The expansion supports NSW’s goal of becoming Australia’s easiest place to own an electric vehicle. By October 2025, over 100,000 full battery EVs are expected on the state’s roads, with 9.5% of new car sales already electric in 2024. The new chargers will help regional NSW draw more tourists by improving EV infrastructure. With faster charging and wider coverage, road-trippers can now explore more destinations without range concerns. The project also strengthens the state’s push for cleaner transport options.
