10 September 2024

The installation of the EV charging station, which will be located in the carpark outside the art gallery.

We are delighted to announce the Victorian State Government has chipped in with additional funding to support the EV charger project, which will be delivered before the end of the year.

Current Developments:

• AusNet Supply: We have received the supply offer from AusNet, which includes providing electricity to a new pit near the garden bed. This setup is essential for the operation of the EV charging station.
• Electrical Infrastructure: A new electrical switchboard will be installed in the garden bed next to the pit. This switchboard will be crucial for supplying power to the charging station.
• Carpark Design: To ensure the best operational efficiency and aesthetic appeal, a single carpark space will be designated for EV charging. This space will be painted green and positioned next to the central garden bed, minimising the distance between the charging station and the switchboard, and helping to keep costs down. The chosen location will maintain the visual harmony of the area.

Artistic Touch: In collaboration with the Croajingolong Centre for Communications and the Arts, the EV charging station will be adorned with artwork, integrating our local culture into the project, and enhancing its appeal.

Next Steps:

• AusNet Installation: AusNet will complete the supply to the new charger when it is installed.
• Switchboard and Charging Station: Over the next three months, we will proceed with the installation of the switchboard and the charging station.
• Electricity Account Setup: Following installation, a new electricity account will be established for the Shire using Chargefox software. Customers will require an account, with the cost estimated to be approximately 41c / kWh.