The Complete Guide to Australia’s Public EV Charging Networks (2026 Update)

Australia’s public electric vehicle (EV) charging infrastructure is undergoing a massive, capital-backed expansion. Driven by recent initiatives like the $40 million commitment in the 2026 Federal Budget to accelerate regional and kerbside charging, alongside strong private investment, public charging options have scaled rapidly. As of mid-2026, Australia boasts over 5,000 public EV charging sites, comprising a mix of fast DC chargers and slower AC destination chargers. The fast-charging network alone features over 1,280 locations.

This infrastructure boom directly supports a national EV fleet where electrified vehicles continue to see soaring uptake—EVs accounted for over 16% of new-car deliveries by early 2026. For drivers navigating this evolving ecosystem, understanding how the major networks stack up on coverage, charging speeds, and pricing structures is essential.

The Major Charging Networks

Chargefox

• Scale & Reach: Over 950 locations | Largest aggregated platform in Australia
• Operational Speeds: 4kW AC up to 350kW DC
• Pricing Structure: Free up to $0.99/kWh (typically $0.45–$0.60/kWh)

Owned collectively by Australia’s premier motoring clubs, Chargefox operates a unified software platform providing access to chargers managed by local councils, major retailers, and state-backed networks like the WA EV Network. Because ownership is decentralized, rates fluctuate wildly by site and hardware operator. Many destination AC chargers remain free to use, while ultra-rapid 350kW DC stalls command premium pricing. Ultra-rapid chargers are guaranteed to draw 100% renewable energy.

Exploren

• Scale & Reach: ~493 locations | 5,500 plugs nationwide
• Operational Speeds: AC up to 22kW | DC up to 200kW+
• Pricing Structure: AC: $0.40–$0.60/kWh | DC: $0.55–$0.75/kWh

Exploren functions as both an independent Charge Point Operator (CPO) and a software provider for third-party site hosts. Exploren manages charging infrastructure for blue-chip partners including Bunnings and Westfield shopping centers. Because site hosts retain control over pricing, rates vary based on localized demand and wholesale electricity costs, though AC destination chargers generally sit at a lower price bracket than high-output highway stations.

Evie Networks

• Scale & Reach: 300+ locations
• Operational Speeds: 22kW AC up to 350kW DC
• Pricing Structure: $0.58–$0.73/kWh

Instantly recognizable by its distinctive "blue bird" branding, Evie Networks focuses heavily on reliable highway, shopping center, and urban DC fast-charging hubs. Evie has established a nationwide presence of over 300 locations, partnering with retail, fuel, and fast-food giants. The network runs entirely on green power, utilizing Australian-manufactured Tritium hardware equipped with both CCS and CHAdeMO connectors.

Tesla Supercharger Network

• Scale & Reach: 155 Supercharger locations | 1,000 active stalls (as of June 2026)
• Operational Speeds: 120kW (V2) up to 300kW (V4) DC
• Pricing Structure: Variable ($0.43–$0.69/kWh) | Non-Tesla casual pricing varies slightly higher without a membership

Tesla’s proprietary public charging infrastructure remains a dominant force. In June 2026, Tesla hit a major milestone, opening its 1,000th Supercharger stall in Australia at a new V4 site in Byron Bay. Crucially, roughly 66% of the Supercharger network is now open to non-Tesla EVs equipped with standard CCS2 ports.

Tesla employs a dynamic, risk-adjusted pricing model where rates vary based on location, local grid demand, and time of day. To maximize stall turnover at high-traffic hubs, strict idle fees apply if a vehicle remains plugged in after a session concludes. The network is also actively deploying its latest V4 stalls, which feature longer cables and deliver speeds up to 300kW.

Jolt

• Scale & Reach: ~98 locations
• Operational Speeds: 25kW to 50kW DC
• Pricing Structure: First 7kWh daily: Free | Subsequent consumption: $0.54/kWh

Jolt offers an ad-funded model tailored for urban EV drivers. By converting streetside electricity distribution boxes into compact charging stations finished with digital advertising billboards, Jolt provides 7kWh of free DC electricity every 24 hours (roughly 45km of driving range). Once the free allocation is exhausted, a flat rate applies, along with strict overstay fees.

Fuel Network Integrations: AmpCharge & BP Pulse

Traditional fuel majors are aggressively retrofitting their highway service centers:

• AmpCharge (Ampol): Now operating across 90+ sites. Ampol’s network features fast DC chargers capable of powering vehicles concurrently via CCS and CHAdeMO connections, with infrastructure continuing to expand.
• BP Pulse: Active across approximately 70 highway rest stops, BP Pulse relies on modular Tritium hardware. The company offsets its energy draw via renewable energy certificates and is pushing to deploy 350kW ultra-rapid units as it targets a broader goal of 600 operational chargers nationwide.

Specialist and Alternative Providers

• AGL & EVX (Urban Utility Pole Charging): Addressing high-density residential areas, AGL operates over 150 on-street urban chargers across inner Sydney, with plans for another 149. EVX operates over 100 pole-mounted, 100% renewable units across New South Wales, offering dual 22kW Type 2 AC sockets suited for overnight destination charging.
• Biofil: Solving extreme remote transit, Biofil operates isolated 50kW Tritium fast chargers powered completely by waste vegetable oil, enabling EVs to conquer remote stretches like the 1,100km Nullarbor Plain.
• Everty & EVUp: Everty introduces a unique booking and reservation engine across more than 50 AC locations. EVUp focuses its 55 regional sites on underserved rural communities and local government precincts.

Comprehensive Infrastructure Comparison (Mid-2026)

Disclaimer: Operational metrics, stall counts, and electricity pricing structures fluctuate dynamically based on network updates, localized energy demand, and time-of-use tariffs. Drivers should cross-reference live provider applications prior to arrival.