Surf Coast Shire Council has completed the installation of four public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations with the public EV charger in Aireys Inlet now operational.
The Aireys Inlet charger is the final installation delivered through the Victorian Government's Destination Charging Across Victoria program. This program also funded new chargers in Anglesea and Winchelsea and an upgrade to existing infrastructure in Lorne.
Councillor Mike Bodsworth said completing the network marked an important milestone for the region.
"It's fantastic to see the first public EV charger in Aireys Inlet now operating and to complete the roll out of public charging stations across the region," he said.
"With more people choosing electric vehicles, these chargers support both our local community and the many visitors who travel through Surf Coast each year."
The four charging stations are dual-port fast chargers connected to the Chargefox network, allowing two vehicles to charge simultaneously at each location.
Cr Bodsworth said this project helps deliver the Council Plan objective to support communities to reduce emissions.
"As electric vehicle ownership continues to grow, it is important that our regional communities have the infrastructure people need," he said.
"These charging stations make it easier for residents and visitors to choose lower emission transport options."
The Aireys Inlet EV charger can be found in the car park of the Aireys Inlet Community Hall at 6 Great Ocean Road, Aireys Inlet.
The EV charging stations in Aireys Inlet, Anglesea, Winchelsea and Lorne and are all available for public use.
