The world is moving quickly toward electric vehicles. Public chargers are growing. New developments promote charging as a premium feature. Governments want faster adoption. That is positive progress. But one question still gets missed. Can disabled drivers actually use EV chargers? Are they truly accessible? For many drivers with a disability, the issue is not…
Fuel prices are rising. Supply is uncertain. Across Australia, drivers are switching to electric vehicles faster than ever before. But the moment someone decides to buy an EV, one question immediately replaces the old ones at the petrol pump. “Where do I charge — and will the bay actually be free when I get there?”…
From 1 July 2025, major reforms to NSW strata law took effect, embedding sustainability into the governance of every strata scheme. Under the Strata Schemes Legislation Amendment Act 2025 (NSW Government – Key Changes), strata committees must now include sustainability as a standing item on every Annual General Meeting (AGM) agenda. This means energy efficiency,…
Fines for Parking in EV charging bay without charging is up to $3,200 depending on your location in Australia. Fines for parking in ev charging bays To accelerate the adoption of Electric Vehicles (EVs) across Australia, all levels of Government have made it a priority to provide adequate EV charging infrastructure. So Australian drivers can…
In a recent interview with FuturePlace, I had the pleasure of speaking about the current state and future prospects of electric vehicle charging infrastructure (EVCI) within the Australian parking industry. The full interview is included below, with these key takeaways. Future Outlook: In the next decade, Australian parking operators and property owners will likely increase…
With cleaner, greener transport in mind, coupled with rising petrol prices, it’s a priority to navigate sustainably and efficiently when driving. Google Maps has recently launched two groundbreaking features which address and enhance both efficiency and sustainability in your driving.To help drivers reach their destination faster and in a more eco-friendly way. In this blog…
Inner-city living often means limited space for parking. This can be a major hurdle for apartment residents considering electric vehicles (EVs). However, with the growing popularity of EVs, there’s a solution that benefits everyone: installing EV charging stations in apartment buildings. Just look at Australia’s largest cities, Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, the Gold Coast and Adelaide. …
In the realm of strata buildings, where shared living presents a myriad of unique hurdles, parking challenges often emerges as a primary concern. During a recent podcast interview with Amanda Farmer on Your Strata Property, the spotlight was cast on the evolving landscape of parking issues intersecting with the proliferation of electric vehicles (EVs) within…
EV Charging in Strata Building in Australia is currently at the forefront of a transformative journey toward a greener future, by the growing adoption of EVs. As we navigate this eco-friendly shift, challenges faced by strata buildings is the seamless integration of EV charging infrastructure. Unlike individual homes, strata buildings accommodate multiple residences, necessitating a…
The parking industry stands at a crossroads, facing a future teeming with autonomous vehicles, electric, and flying cars. As urban populations swell—an estimated 27% increase over the next 26 years according to UN data—we must rethink our car parks and parking stations to serve not just today’s needs but those of the coming decades. The…
