Electric vehicle chargers

Electric vehicles (EVs) are growing in popularity in Port Phillip. Council is supporting the uptake of EVs by facilitating the installation of public and private charging stations.
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Public electric vehicle chargers 

Council is working on two types of public electric vehicle chargers:

  • Chargers that are mounted onto electricity poles.
  • Fast chargers in Council car parks.

Electricity pole-mounted chargers

Council is excited to be partnering with EVX Australia to install three new pole mounted chargers across the City.

The three pilot sites identified are located alongside parklands in the following locations:

  • Pole opposite 85 Liardet Street, Port Melbourne – all day free parking.
  • Pole opposite 24 Chaucer Street, St Kilda – 4hr paid parking.
  • Pole opposite 21 Herbert Street, Elwood – all day free parking.

Installation is expected to be completed by the end of December 2025.

These sites have been selected based on a range of factors including: 

  • Feedback from community engagement in 2023  'Have your say' feedback results.
  • Capacity of the electricity network to support the operation of a pole-mounted EV charger. 
  • Location of utilities and open space. 
  • Accessibility of car spaces. 
  • Areas of highest demand based on current and future EV ownership projections. 

We are currently investigating other sites across the City that may be suitable for pole-mounted chargers. You can register to be kept updated of new charger locations on the Have Your Say page. 

 

Fast public electric vehicle chargers

Council is working with an electric vehicle charging supplier to install a public 'fast' charging station at the Council car park on Park Street in South Melbourne. Installation will occur mid 2026.

Council is also exploring other locations suitable for fast electric vehicle chargers. As part of this process, we are working through challenges such as redevelopments and power availability.

Where to find public electric vehicle chargers across Melbourne

Please visit PlugShare to find a charger near you. Please note: this website is not managed by City of Port Phillip and City of Port Phillip takes no responsibility for the accuracy of the information on this website. 

Private kerbside electric vehicle chargers

Council piloted the use of private kerbside electric vehicle chargers for residents who do not have off-street car parking.

The private EV charger model will now continue for another 4 years or until 100 chargers have been installed, whichever comes first, after which the model will be reviewed. Here are the minutes from the June 2024 Council meeting where this decision was made. For more information on eligibility or to apply for a kerbside charger, please fill out this charging application form.   

We encourage technology providers who are able to provide private EV charging solutions for residents without off-street parking to get in touch with us at enviro@portphillip.vic.gov.au

Contact us 

Our Sustainable Transport team is here to help if you are considering applying for a private EV charger permit or would like further information about electric vehicle charging stations in Port Phillip.

Send us a message on My Port Phillip.

Call us on 03 9209 6777 during business hours.

Private kerbside chargers - frequently asked questions