Golf & green energy: Resort embraces EV charging for guests

Australia’s largest public access golf course Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Club Resort worked with ChargeBoss to take proactive steps to accommodate the increasing number of electric vehicle (EV) owners.

“We made the decision to try to get ahead of the move towards electric vehicles by o ering chargers onsite for both guest and visitor use,” Yarrawonga Mulwala Executive Manager Rory Burling explained.

As a destination for golfers from across Australia and internationally, Yarrawonga Mulwala has sixty rooms onsite for those who come to stay at the resort and enjoy a few rounds of golf.

In response to increasing inquiries from guests about EV charging options, Yarrawonga Mulwala decided to integrate charging stations into their recent accommodation expansion. As they planned the construction of four new threebedroom, three-bathroom villas, Yarrawonga Mulwala Golf Club Resort CEO Peter Savy engaged ChargeBoss to help install four new EV charging stations.

“We’ve started ge ing inquiries from guests asking if we can cater to EV owners. We wanted to o er safe charging as part of the stay, rather than guests running a power lead out the back door!” Mr Burling explained.

“The installation process was simple and stress-free, and the chargers were ready by the time the new buildings opened.”

The resort also installed two chargers available for public use, catering to any EV drivers exploring the region.

“There’s not too many places in town, there are only two other locations that I know of for people to charge their EVs,” Mr Burling said.

“The demand for charging stations is growing, and we’re doing our best to cater to as many people as possible.”

While the response from guests has been positive, Mr Burling said sta were also pleasantly surprised at how easily visitors and guests have been able to navigate the chargers.

“The chargers are really userfriendly, requiring just a QR code scan – no apps for guests or visitors to download,” Mr Burling said.

“It’s been a great experience working with ChargeBoss. They guided us step by step and made sure everything was stress-free.”