EV Charging in Hervey Bay: A Practical Guide for Electric Vehicle Drivers
Public charging locations, charger types, essential apps and what to expect — everything an EV driver needs to plan a trip to Hervey Bay and the Fraser Coast.
✓ Charging sites updated · 8 August 2026Staying in Hervey Bay? Skip the public queue.
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🚗 Are all EV chargers the same?
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Exploring Hervey Bay and the wider Fraser Coast with an electric vehicle is increasingly straightforward, thanks to growing public charging infrastructure across Queensland. Understanding the different charger types helps you plan your stops with confidence.
Level 2 AC · 7–22 kW
Common at accommodation and workplaces. Ideal overnight — a full charge while you sleep. Uses a Type 2 (Mennekes) connector, the Australian standard for AC charging.
DC Fast · 50–150 kW
Found at shopping centres and highway stops. Adds meaningful range in 20–45 minutes. Uses CCS2 on most modern EVs. Commonly part of Chargefox or Evie Networks.
DC Ultra-Rapid · 150 kW+
Less common in regional Queensland but growing. Capable of an 80% charge in under 30 minutes on compatible vehicles. Ideal while shopping or dining.
Level 2 chargers (7–22 kW) are the most common at accommodation and workplaces. Best suited to overnight charging or longer stops. Always verify your vehicle's connector type before arriving at a new site.
📍 Finding EV Chargers in and Around Hervey Bay
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Below are the commonly used public charging points in and around Hervey Bay. Always verify compatibility and availability in apps like Plugroo or Google Maps before you travel.
Hervey Bay
Evie Networks — Eli Waters Shopping Centre
Located in the Eli Waters Shopping Centre carpark, this site offers rapid charging across four dedicated EV bays with easy access to shops and amenities. Open 24/7 with live availability and pricing via the Evie app.
📍 Open in Google MapsEvie Networks — Stockland Hervey Bay
A high-capacity fast-charging site ideal while shopping or dining nearby. Four dedicated EV bays, open 24/7, with real-time charger status available through the Evie app.
📍 Open in Google MapsTesla Destination Chargers — Stockland Hervey Bay
Ideal for topping up while shopping. Tesla Destination Chargers are compatible with most EVs using a Type 2 connector.
📍 Open in Google Maps💡 Despite any signage on site, these Tesla Destination Chargers are open to all EVs — not just Tesla vehicles.
Chargefox — Stockland Hervey Bay
A destination-style charger suited to longer stays. Located under the ramp near the Coles service entrance. BYO cable required (Type 2). Availability may depend on venue access. Pricing via the Chargefox app.
📍 Open in Google MapsChargefox — Hervey Bay Marketplace
Slower AC charging suited to longer shopping visits or casual top-ups. Convenient access while visiting nearby retail outlets.
📍 Open in Google MapsMaryborough — approx. 35 min from Hervey Bay
Evie Networks — Maryborough
One of the fastest charging stops on the route north, with food, amenities and easy highway access.
📍 Open in Google MapsChargefox — Maryborough
Centrally located fast charger close to the CBD and river precinct.
📍 Open in Google MapsGympie — approx. 1 hr 30 min from Hervey Bay
Evie Networks — Gympie
A reliable regional fast-charging stop for north- or south-bound travel.
📍 Open in Google MapsChargefox — Gympie
A popular mid-route charging stop between Brisbane and Hervey Bay.
📍 Open in Google MapsBundaberg — approx. 1 hr 30 min from Hervey Bay
Evie Networks — Bundaberg
For travellers continuing north from Hervey Bay, a fast and reliable charging stop in Bundaberg.
📍 Open in Google Maps| Location | Network | Speed | Access |
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| Eli Waters Shopping Centre | Evie Networks | ~150 kW DC | Public 24/7 |
| Stockland Hervey Bay | Evie Networks | ~150 kW DC | Public 24/7 |
| Stockland Hervey Bay | Tesla Destination | 22 kW AC | Public 24/7 · all EVs |
| Stockland Hervey Bay | Chargefox | 7 kW AC | Public · BYO cable |
| Hervey Bay Marketplace | Chargefox | 7 kW AC | Public |
| Maryborough | Evie Networks | 50–75 kW DC | Public 24/7 |
| Maryborough | Chargefox | 50–75 kW DC | Public 24/7 |
| Gympie | Evie Networks | 50–75 kW DC | Public 24/7 |
| Gympie | Chargefox | 50–75 kW DC | Public 24/7 |
| Bundaberg | Evie Networks | 50–75 kW DC | Public 24/7 |
| Vila Paus (on-site) | Guest use | 7 kW AC | Free for guests |
Skip the Public Queue — Charge Free at Vila Paus
Two dedicated 7kW chargers, free for guests, available 24/7. No apps, no cost, no hunting for a bay. Beachfront accommodation in Urangan with direct rates at least 10% lower than Airbnb or Stayz.
📱 Essential Tools for EV Drivers
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Plugroo — Australia's EV Charging Map
A newly launched, Australian-built app that brings every major charging network — Chargefox, NRMA, Evie, Tesla and more — onto one map, with side-by-side pricing and a built-in route planner. Handy if you'd rather check one app than juggle several on the drive up to Hervey Bay. Free on iOS and Android.
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PlugShare — recommended
The most widely used EV charger map, offering real-time updates, community reviews, filtering by plug type (CCS, Type 2, CHAdeMO) and trip-planning tools. Ideal for both pre-trip planning and on-the-road navigation. Visit PlugShare →
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Plugroo — Australian charging network map
An Australian-built app covering all major charging networks — Chargefox, NRMA, Evie, Tesla and more — in one place, with pricing comparison and route planning so you're not switching between separate network apps. Free on iOS and Android. Visit Plugroo →
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Google Maps & Apple Maps
Both platforms support searching for "EV charger" and display nearby stations. While not as detailed as dedicated EV apps, they're excellent for quick directions and exploring charging options while navigating around Hervey Bay.
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A Better Route Planner (ABRP)
Ideal for longer trips — select your vehicle model and destinations to calculate optimal charging stops. Particularly useful when planning road trips to or from Hervey Bay along the Fraser Coast. Visit ABRP →
🏝️ Why Choose Vila Paus for EV Charging?
Vila Paus is Hervey Bay's only beachfront accommodation with dedicated on-site EV charging included as standard — no app, no cost, no queuing at a public bay.
- Fast and reliable: Our 7kW Level 2 charger ensures your vehicle is ready in just a few hours
- Beachfront convenience: Charge while you sleep, wake up with a full battery and ocean views
- Sustainable travel: Reduce your carbon footprint while enjoying everything the Fraser Coast has to offer
- Free for guests: No app required, no per-kWh cost — it's simply included
For more detail on the charger setup, see our dedicated EV Charging at Vila Paus page. Looking for local transport options once you arrive?
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