OUR STORY

The WA Government is encouraging EV uptake by co-funding up to 50 per cent of the cost of electric vehicle charger installations by eligible entities. We partnered with the Shire of Bridgetown Greenbushes and our grant application was  approved from the Charge Up Program in August 2024

Energy Policy WA Coordinator of Energy, Jai Thomas said:

“The WA Government is proud to fund the installation of EV Charging Infrastructure in the Shire of Bridgetown-Greenbushes. Through initiatives such as the Charge Up Grant Program, we are able to expand the EV charging network in Western Australia, ensuring everyone can visit our regions.”

Our association then submitted our concept to Talisons Community team and requested  funding to undertake Project Discovery . Discovery involved development of architectural concept drawings, Western Power assessment, detailed feature surveys of the site including ground radar assessment and civil and electrical specification. The tourism association held Community meetings and Shire Councilor presentations to ensure there was community support.

Local Builders and Contractors were requested to provide quotations and the following local firms were selected:

• Matt Jansen (Builder) Blackwood Valley Building Co
• Keith Weaver (Earthmoving Contractors) K & N Weaver
• Craig Doust (P A Doust & Co ) Concreting
• Nick Terrigno (Electrical Works) N T Electrical

The Shire gave Development Approval  in November 2024 and particular thanks must go to Shire Councillors and the Shires Project Manager for their assistance and unwavering support for the project

The tourism association made a successful submission to Talison’s Executive under the Community Investment Program for the balance of funds required to implement the project.

This Talison program aims to enhance the wellbeing of the communities in the district by funding a broad range of initiatives that address identified needs.. The program also supports strategic projects across areas such as quality education, sustainable environments, biodiversity improvements, health and wellbeing, and vibrant communities. Talison’s commitment to responsible and sustainable operations is also reflected in their ongoing support for community initiatives and projects.

Talison’s Executive was supportive of this project as They could see the benefits both to tourism and the local community. The funding agreement with Talison was finalised in May 2025.