From 12 December 2024 to 2 February 2025, Maitland Council invited feedback on the Electric Vehicle Charging Infrastructure on Public Land Policy. The policy has now been adopted.

Key updates:

• The policy applies to all Council-owned and operated EV charging sites.
• A fee of 30c/kWh (inc. GST) will apply at Council-operated sites from Wednesday 12 March 2025, in line with Council’s 2024–25 Fees and Charges and the policy’s cost recovery model.

This policy provides a framework for the installation and management of EV charging infrastructure on Council-managed public land across Maitland. It aims to expand access to public EV charging, support the transition to sustainable transport, boost visitation to key locations, and attract investment. It also outlines the roles of Council and third-party operators and addresses signage, fees, and pricing.