EV Chargers Are Coming to Aged Care Facilities in NSW and ACT
42 EV chargers are being rolled out across 21 aged care facilities in NSW and ACT. Here's what it signals for workplace EV charging and novated leasing.
A quiet but telling infrastructure move is underway in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory. According to The Driven, 42 EV chargers are being installed across 21 aged care facilities — available to both staff and residents. It's not a headline-grabbing announcement, but it's worth paying attention to if you work in the care sector or you're thinking about an EV under a novated lease.
This kind of rollout matters because workplace charging access is one of the most practical barriers people cite when considering an EV. If the charger is already there when you get to work, the calculus changes considerably.
What this means for novated lease customers
If you're an employee at one of these facilities — or in the broader aged care, health, or community services sector — this signals that EV infrastructure is coming to your workplace whether you've planned for it or not. That's relevant because a novated lease on an eligible EV already comes with meaningful FBT exemption benefits under current federal policy, and having workplace charging makes the day-to-day running of an EV considerably more practical.
It's also a broader signal. Aged care operators aren't exactly early adopters. When EV charging starts appearing at nursing homes, it suggests the infrastructure rollout is moving well beyond CBD car parks and highway corridors. For employees in any sector weighing up an EV novated lease, the 'but where do I charge it?' concern is becoming less of a blocker over time.
If you're on a salary and paying income tax, a novated lease on an eligible EV could reduce your taxable income and your overall cost of running a vehicle — the potential savings are real, even if the exact number depends on your salary, the vehicle, and your driving habits. Worth running the numbers before your next car decision.
Common questions
Does workplace charging affect my novated lease arrangement?
Not directly — your novated lease is structured around your salary package, not where you charge. But workplace charging can reduce your reliance on home charging infrastructure, which is a practical consideration when choosing an EV.
Are EVs still FBT-exempt under a novated lease in 2026?
The FBT exemption for eligible battery electric vehicles under a novated lease has been in place since 2022. You should confirm current eligibility rules with a licensed adviser, as policy can change — millarX can walk you through what applies to your situation.
I work in aged care — can I get a novated lease?
If you're a PAYG employee whose employer offers salary packaging, you're generally eligible for a novated lease. Many aged care employers already offer salary packaging benefits, which can make novated leasing particularly effective in that sector.
Does the type of charger at my workplace matter?
For day-to-day top-ups, a standard AC charger (the type likely being installed at these facilities) is perfectly adequate. You're not doing a road trip from work — you just want to arrive home with more charge than you left with.