EV Chargers Are Coming to Aged Care — What It Means for Staff
42 EV chargers are being installed across 21 aged care sites in NSW and ACT. Here's why it matters for workers considering a novated EV lease.
Charging infrastructure is quietly becoming a deal-breaker for EV adoption — and it just got a nudge in an unexpected direction. According to The Driven, 42 EV chargers are being rolled out across 21 aged care facilities in New South Wales and the Australian Capital Territory, available to both staff and residents.
This isn't a headline EV policy announcement. It's a practical infrastructure move — and that's exactly the kind of thing that shifts real-world EV uptake.
What this means for novated lease customers
If you work at or near one of these facilities — or in the broader aged care and health sector — workplace charging access is becoming a genuine consideration when weighing up an EV novated lease.
One of the most common objections we hear is: "But where will I charge it?" Workplace charging answers that directly. When you can top up during a shift, the case for home charging infrastructure becomes less urgent, and the day-to-day running costs of an EV get even more manageable.
Under the current FBT exemption for eligible battery electric vehicles on novated leases, employees can package an EV with pre-tax salary — meaning potential savings on both the vehicle and its running costs. More charging points in more workplaces makes that equation more practical, not just more appealing on paper.
Common questions
Does the FBT exemption still apply to EVs on novated leases in 2026?
The FBT exemption for eligible battery electric vehicles on novated leases remains in place. You should confirm your specific vehicle's eligibility with a licensed adviser — millarX is ACL-licensed and AFCA-registered and can walk you through it.
Which aged care facilities are getting the chargers?
The Driven reports 21 facilities across NSW and ACT will receive chargers, though a full facility list wasn't included in the announcement. Check with your employer or facility management for site-specific details.
Can I use workplace chargers if my EV is on a novated lease?
Generally yes — a novated lease doesn't restrict where you charge. However, if your employer charges a fee for workplace charging, how that's treated for FBT purposes is worth clarifying with your lease provider.
Is this rollout limited to aged care workers, or open to residents too?
According to The Driven's report, the chargers are intended for use by both staff and residents at participating facilities.
Should I wait for more charging infrastructure before getting an EV on a novated lease?
That's a personal call, but infrastructure is expanding steadily. Many novated EV customers find home charging covers the bulk of their needs — workplace access is a bonus, not a prerequisite.