EV charging where you sip, dine and stay
across the Hunter Valley
Book a charger before you set off, then charge while you taste, dine and stay at the Hunter’s favourite venues. For venues, it’s a free way to welcome high-value EV visitors.
For EV drivers
Know where you’ll charge
Find and book a charger at Hunter wineries, cafés and stays before you leave home. Charge while you explore, and enjoy perks like a free tasting at partner venues.
For venues & businesses
Be the venue EV drivers choose
List your charger on ivygo for free. Drivers book ahead, then stay longer to eat, drink and shop. No fixed fees, no onboarding fee: ivygo only earns when you do.
How Charge the Hunter works
Charge the Hunter is a regional initiative led by ivygo, bringing councils, tourism organisations and local businesses together to build a connected network of bookable EV chargers, and to make the Hunter one of Australia’s leading EV-ready destinations.
Drivers book ahead
Drivers find available chargers across the Hunter, book in advance and charge while visiting local venues and attractions
Venues join the network
Local businesses, accommodation providers and venues list their EV chargers on ivygo to make them visible and bookable
Communities benefit
More accessible charging helps attract visitors, support local businesses and make the Hunter a more EV-friendly destination
Why EV charging pays off in the Hunter
1.5M+ visitors a year, and $20M+ in extra local spending from EV tourism by 2030.
Visitor and spending figures: Hunter Valley Wine & Tourism Association data and ivygo modelling.
When charging is visible, easy and reliable, guests choose you first and stay longer.
Ready to attract EV visitors?
Turn EV drivers into customers
EV drivers are already choosing venues based on charging. This is how your business can benefit.
Already have a charger?
✓ Set your own pricing and availability
✓ Make your charger visible and bookable
✓ ivygo manages bookings and payments
✓ No fixed fees or lock-in contracts
Start attracting EV drivers to your venue
No EV charger yet?
✓ Turnkey EV charging packages
✓ Charger supply and installation organised
✓ Flexible financing options available
✓ Get set up quickly with less upfront hassle
We help make EV charging simple
Hunter venues already on ivygo
From Lovedale wineries to a Singleton motel, these venues are welcoming EV drivers and turning charging into a new revenue stream. Tap a venue to see it on the map.
Our Partners
EV charging that fits into your trip
Find a charger across the Hunter
Every pin is an ivygo venue you can book ahead. Orange pins have a perk for drivers: just show your ivygo booking at the venue to redeem it.
Find and book EV charging across the Hunter
Exploring the Hunter in an electric vehicle? ivygo helps you find reliable, bookable EV charging at wineries, accommodation venues, cafés and local businesses across the region.
Charge while you enjoy a long lunch, wine tasting, overnight stay or weekend away, without the stress of searching for a charger at the last minute.
Download the ivygo app and join
the Hunter rEVolution.
Join Charge the Hunter
Ready to join the Hunter rEVolution?
Drivers: download the ivygo app and book your first Hunter charge. Venues: list your charger for free and start welcoming EV visitors this season.
Frequently Asked Questions
For businesses
How much does it cost to list my charger?
Listing is completely free. There are no fixed fees and no lock-ins. ivygo only takes a percentage on completed bookings as a listing fee and you keep the rest.
I currently offer free EV charging to my customers. Why would I consider changing this?
Many venues start by offering free EV charging as a simple service for guests, and that approach can work well in the early days. As EV travel increases, however, more businesses are finding that how charging is offered matters just as much as whether it is offered.
EV drivers are increasingly planning their trips in advance and looking for reliable, bookable charging so they can relax and enjoy their visit, rather than sitting in the car waiting, driving around looking for a charger that works or worrying about whether a charger will be available.
In fact:
91% of EV drivers plan their trip around where they will charge
78% value reliability and the ability to book ahead more than price
Further, most EV drivers expect to pay for the electricity they use to charge their car, in the same way that guests have never expected a venue to cover the cost of petrol to get there! What matters most to drivers is transparency, convenience and peace of mind.
Using a booking based approach does not mean losing your hospitality values. It allows venues to:
give guests confidence that charging will be available when they arrive
reduce situations where people occupy chargers without coming inside
recover electricity costs in a simple and transparent way
attract visitors who plan ahead, stay longer and spend time on site
Venues that are already onboarded with us use EV charging as a marketing and visibility tool, similar to being listed on Booking.com or Airbnb. It helps guests discover your venue at the planning stage and supports visits that are intentional, relaxed and commercially sustainable.
There is no fixed fee to list a charger on ivygo. You only pay a small percentage when a booking takes place, allowing you to evolve your approach as demand grows.
What if I do not have an EV charger yet?
No problem. We connect you with trusted hardware and installation partners in the Hunter Valley and help you choose and install the right Level 2 charger for your venue.
Do I need special hardware for ivygo?
No. ivygo works with any Level 2 charger. If you already have a charger, you can list it immediately. If not, we can help you install one quickly and affordably.
How does my business get paid?
Drivers pay through the app when they book, and your earnings are transferred once a month to the bank account you nominate when you list your charger. All payments are processed securely through Stripe, and ivygo does not store or access any of your payment information.
What support does ivygo provide?
ivygo manages bookings, payments, reminders and guest support. Your team does not need to do anything extra, you simply provide the parking spot and welcome new visitors.
If you would like support, you can reach us at support@ivygo.com.au or +61255636824.
I have now listed my charger… what’s next?
Great work — your venue is now EV-ready. Once your charger is live, EV drivers can find and book it on ivygo, Google Maps, PlugShare and other EV platforms.
To help you make the most of your listing, we will send you:
Stickers with clear instructions to place on your charger
In-venue material for your reception, bar, counter or guest areas so visitors know they can book and charge while they are with you
We also recommend updating your website to let visitors know your charger is now bookable via ivygo.
If you are a hotel, motel or short-term rental, update your accommodation listing as well — many guests now filter by EV charging when choosing where to stay.
For EV drivers
How do I use ivygo?
Download the ivygo app on your smartphone (yes, we know… another app! But we are already working on a tap and go solution). For now, the app is the best way to browse available chargers across the Hunter, book charging sessions in advance and manage your bookings while travelling.
What types of venues can I charge at?
ivygo chargers are located at wineries, accommodation venues, cafés, local businesses and even at residential hosts across the region.
How does charging and payment work?
Charging sessions are typically billed based on the duration of your booking. Simply check in and check out through the ivygo app, and payment is processed automatically at the end of your session.
Do I need a membership to use ivygo?
No. Simply create an account in the app and start booking chargers.
Can I list my own EV charger on ivygo?
Yes. If you have an EV charger at your home, business or accommodation venue, you can apply to become a host and earn by sharing your charger with other EV drivers.