The Entrance MP, David Mehan, has written to Central Coast Council requesting it applies for funding to install electric vehicle (EV) charging stations at locations near the The Entrance.
He said the NSW Government recently announced the investment of $20M to assist eligible regional NSW destinations by co-funding the purchase and installation of EV chargers.
“At a recent roundtable of businesses in The Entrance township it was unanimously resolved that this grant should be pursued for the benefit of promoting activity and attracting new visitors to The Entrance, which I agreed to support,” Mehan said.
The Transport for NSW website shows charging stations near to The Entrance at Kim’s Beachside Retreat, Ibis Styles Hotel and the Central Jetty Motel.
“Whilst these existing stations are listed as public, they are located on private property within hotel carparks and are not universal charging stations,” Mehan said. “Additionally, they are only single units, which makes their use less desirable.
“Given that Central Coast Council is named as one of the eligible local Government areas, I’ve written to Council encouraging them to applying for round one applications of this grant which close at on September 23.
“The Entrance Township is in need of revitalisation and this grant has come at an opportune time and Council should make every effort to ensure that it proactively considers this funding.
“Extensive works are already underway at The Entrance Visitor Centre and any infrastructure that encourages activity in The Entrance township should be pursued.
“The benefit this will bring to The Entrance should the funding be secured is of great value,” Mehan said.
Source:
Media release, August 30
The Entrance MP, David Mehan