Strathbogie Shire Council is seeking community input on three possible locations for an Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Station in Nagambie.
The locations have all been determined as suitable options and Council would like the community's input to make the final decision.
The project comes after car charging station company Evie Networks put in an application, supported by Council, for Destination Charging Across Victoria (DCAV) Program to place one 50kw EV charger in Nagambie.
Strathbogie Shire Council Mayor Cr Laura Binks said our communities were passionate about reducing the risks of climate change and caring for our natural environment.
"That is why we are installing an Electric Vehicle Charging Station in Nagambie," Cr Binks said.
"As more and more people switch to electric vehicles, we know it is important for both residents and visitors to the area alike.
"Business operators are set to benefit from the new charging station as there will be more electrical vehicle commuters coming to the area."
Aside from significant tourism and economic benefits, the EV Charging Station will also contribute to an enormous number of environmental benefits.
"It will mean the Nagambie community is contributing to achieving Net Zero Emissions," Cr Binks said.
"The stations are powered by 100 per cent renewable energy meaning they will be sustainable into the future as the cost of living and petrol prices increase.
"The stations will be able to service over 90 per cent of the EV market with CCS2 and Chademo charging ports.
"Three location options have been determined for the charging station and one will be selected as the final location. We are calling on the Nagambie community to share their thoughts on their preferred location."
We encourage locals to share their thoughts vote on their favourite location by visiting http://www.share.strathbogie.vic.gov.au/
Feedback closes at 5pm on Tuesday October 25, 2022.
