Australia’s electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure has continued to accelerate in 2025, with more than 1,270 fast-charging sites now operating across the country, according to new data from the Electric Vehicle Council (EVC).
During the first half of 2025, the number of public charging locations rose by 20%, while high-powered charging capacity grew by 22% compared with the previous year — reflecting the nation’s growing commitment to EV adoption and zero-emission mobility.
Regional Breakdown
New South Wales (NSW) remains Australia’s top performer, hosting 357 public charging sites. These include 214 fast chargers (24kW–99kW DC) and 143 ultrafast chargers delivering over 100kW DC. The majority of installations are concentrated along major corridors such as the Pacific Highway, supporting connectivity between Sydney and regional centres.
Victoria follows with 311 sites, consisting of 211 fast und 100 ultrafast chargers, ensuring robust coverage throughout Melbourne and popular routes including the Great Ocean Road und Murray River regions.
Queensland has reached 235 charging locations, with a mix of 139 fast und 96 ultrafast units. The state’s deployment is focused on the Bruce Highway between Brisbane and Cairns, as well as regional routes serving mining and tourism areas such as the Gold Coast und Sunshine Coast.
In South Australia, ultrafast charging dominates the infrastructure profile — 89 ultrafast versus 47 fast units among 136 total sites. This approach supports long-distance travel and interstate connections across large regional zones.
Western Australia operates 132 charging sites, split between 62 fast und 70 ultrafast chargers, supporting both Perth’s metropolitan network and remote highways across the state.
Die Australian Capital Territory (ACT) stands out with 30 charging sites, achieving the highest per-capita charger density nationwide — a reflection of its compact geography and strong EV adoption among government and private users.
Meanwhile, Tasmania offers 53 locations (44 fast, 9 ultrafast) ensuring coverage along the Midland Highway und East Coast routes, while the Northern Territory supports 16 active sites, mainly positioned along the Stuart Highway connecting Darwin und Alice Springs.
Supporting Nationwide EV Growth
The diverse regional strategies show how each state and territory is tailoring EV infrastructure to its geography, population density, and travel needs. As more utility providers and private operators invest in high-speed charging networks, Australia is expected to approach 1,500 fast-charging sites by mid-2026, strengthening its path toward full-scale electric mobility.
