WHY THIS IS THE BEST EV CHARGING STATION AUSTRALIA (AND WHAT OTHERS GET WRONG)
Let’s be honest: a lot of public electric vehicle (EV) charging stations in Australia are rubbish. They are hidden in dark carparks, put next to dumpsters, or the plugs are simply broken all the time.
But now, the Australian Electric Vehicle Association (AEVA) — a group run by real EV owners — says it has found the best public charger in the entire country.
Unsurprisingly, it’s a Tesla Supercharger station, located in New Italy, New South Wales. And the best part? It’s now open to all EVs, not just Teslas.
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WHAT MAKES THIS CHARGER THE BEST? (OUR ANALYSIS)
This station won the “Best Charging Station” award for 2025 because it fixes all the biggest problems that EV owners hate. It isn’t just one thing; it’s the whole package.
- Smart Power & Shade: It has a giant solar roof. This is a genius move: it provides clean power and it shades all 12 charging bays. No one wants to sit in a boiling hot car while they charge.
- Real Speed: The chargers offer up to 300kW of power, which is seriously fast.
- Good Location: It’s not in a scary, dark corner. It’s close to a cafe, public restrooms, and a gift shop. This means you have something to do and a safe place to be.
- Smart Design: It has “pull-through” parking bays. This is a huge deal for anyone who is towing a trailer or caravan. It also has a simple “tap-and-go” credit card payment.
- It’s Safe: The AEVA noted that the station has “plenty of bright lighting,” which is important if you are stopping late at night.
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WHY THE RUNNER-UP IS THE PERFECT FAILURE
This is the most important part of the story.
The runner-up for the award was a charging station in Lake Grace, Western Australia.
But here is the perfect punchline: At the time this was announced, both of its charging plugs were under repair, according to PlugShare.
EXPERT VERDICT
This single fact tells you everything you need to know. The runner-up being broken is the exact reason the Tesla station won.
The Best EV Charging Station Australia isn’t just the one with the fastest speeds. It’s the one that actually works.
The New Italy station is the winner because it is reliable, safe, fast, and comfortable. It is the new blueprint for what every EV charging station in Australia should be.
What’s the best (or worst) charger you’ve ever used? Share your thoughts below, and stay tuned for more automotive updates.
