Deadline Date: April 24, 2026
The Electric Vehicle Fast Charging Grants program in New South Wales supports charge point operators to build fast charging infrastructure and accelerate the transition to low-emission transport.
The program focuses on filling EV charging blackspots across regional and metropolitan areas, overcoming range anxiety by developing a visible and accessible fast charging network, ensuring connectivity between metropolitan and regional regions, future-proofing the EV charging network beyond 2030, and supporting projects that would not have otherwise proceeded without funding.
The initiative is part of the NSW Government’s broader commitment to achieving net zero emissions by 2050 under the Net Zero Plan Stage One: 2020–2030. With transport being a major contributor to emissions, the program aims to significantly reduce carbon output by encouraging the adoption of electric vehicles through improved infrastructure. The transport sector accounted for a substantial share of emissions, with road transport and passenger vehicles being the largest contributors, highlighting the urgency of expanding EV charging access.
Under Round 4 of the program, a total of $39 million in funding has been made available to support the construction of fast charging stations across metropolitan, regional, and remote areas. The program introduces a structured co-funding model, where the level of government contribution varies depending on the location, with higher support provided for regional and remote areas to address infrastructure gaps. The maximum government contribution per applicant is capped at $20 million, and all funded projects must be completed within 24 months of the funding agreement.
The technical requirements differ based on location, with metropolitan stations requiring a minimum of four bays and higher-capacity chargers, while regional and remote stations have slightly lower minimum specifications. Additional financial incentives are available for features such as pull-through bays and extra charging bays beyond the minimum requirement, encouraging enhanced usability and scalability of charging stations. Remote projects are also eligible for operational expenditure support for up to three years, ensuring sustainability in less commercially viable areas.
Round 4 introduces several key changes aimed at improving program efficiency and impact, including simplified funding streams, revised metropolitan zones targeting charging blackspots, updated milestone-based payment structures, and expanded funding options for additional infrastructure features. A key requirement for applicants is to include at least one regional or remote charging station for every metropolitan station proposed, ensuring balanced development across the state.
To be eligible, applicants must be legally incorporated entities with a valid Australian Business Number and appropriate insurance coverage. They must also demonstrate financial capacity through an accountant’s declaration and meet minimum private co-investment thresholds, which vary by location category. Applicants are expected to have the capability to build, own, and operate public DC charging infrastructure.
For more information, visit business.gov.au.
