SYD - BNE Supercharger Route

[gcgp]

I asked they guy who delivered my 70D a couple of days ago about the supercharger network. He said he couldn't give me any details but he said "we are on schedule to finish connecting Brisbane by the end of 2016."

He couldn't tell me which one was going up next though. Very secretive these Tesla guys. BUT, apparently, if you are a share holder of Tesla you can get the info. So, any share holders in the house?

 

[LGGD]

havent you overkilled with your pv investment?

I wasn't aware that it was possible to over invest in solar.

 

[LGGD]

BUT, apparently, if you are a share holder of Tesla you can get the info. So, any share holders in the house?

If you are a shareholder and your name is Elon Musk maybe. Otherwise, not so much.

 

[LGGD]

He couldn't tell me which one was going up next though.

Well, it is either going to be Brisbane, Byron, Coffs or Newscastle area

But seriously, I'd put my money on Coffs being next. After that, who knows? They'll probably get them all in to make their end of 2016 commitment, but only just.

 

[Mark E]

Well, it is either going to be Brisbane, Byron, Coffs or Newscastle area

But seriously, I'd put my money on Coffs being next. After that, who knows? They'll probably get them all in to make their end of 2016 commitment, but only just.

Why Coffs ahead of Byron? I thought that at least there was council approval in Byron

 

[LGGD]

Why Coffs ahead of Byron? I thought that at least there was council approval in Byron

There may be approvals but I don't think the site is locked in yet.

 

[EV Holiday]

Haha, I think the delivery guy is pulling your legs. Been shareholder does not give us any privilege to advanced infos. I have couple of shares in TSLA but more as moral support for Elon and his big ideas. To be honest, Tesla has some serious management issues at the moment and I would NOT recommend anybody to buy their shares at these level for capital gains.

However I am also pretty confident that we can all drive from Brisbane to Melbourne with SuperCharger by end of 2016. Even with the lowly S60. So your 70D is a sure winner here.

 

[Shock-On-T]

I've heard a site in Heatherbrae near Newcastle has been confirmed. Sorry if this is old news...

 

[Chuq]

I've heard a site in Heatherbrae near Newcastle has been confirmed. Sorry if this is old news...

Was that from this article from October 2015? Tesla Supercharger network: Australian plans revealed | CarAdvice

In case it was more recent, I've had a quick look at the Port Stephens Council website (development applications, and meeting minutes) and can't find any mention of it there. Of course it could be outside scope of the council DA process.

 

[Shock-On-T]

Chatting with someone at Tesla about a month ago. The site has been chosen, but not sure about permit status.

 

[Chuq]

Chatting with someone at Tesla about a month ago. The site has been chosen, but not sure about permit status.

That's great to hear! If you can find an exact address it can be added to supercharge.info

 

[Daemon]

I'm currently charging at SSSH's new charger. Getting 57km/h on single chargers.

Thanks SSSH!

I'll post some photos later.

Announcing a new Sydney-Brisbane link in Ballina.
I have just installed a Tesla 32A 3-phase connector at my work in Ballina (no special adapters or leads needed).
Thanks Tesla!
I tested it for the first time today and got up to 110km/hr with dual chargers
Ballina is just off the Pacific Highway, about 295km from the Port Macquarie Supercharger and 195km from Brisbane CBD.
We have a 42kW solar array on the roof and although we use the lot, I am happy to share some electrons with fellow Tesla owners.
While we await the ?Ewingsdale ?Macadamia Castle Supercharger (Yes it will be one or the other), Ballina offers a most convenient link for through traffic.
Ballina is a small country town. We are close to the river and main drag. There is plenty to do for a couple of hours.
As the installation was only completed this week it is not yet on any map or list.
Find us at the rear of myEyeSpecialist Ballina / Ballina Day Surgery 46 Tamar Street, on Winton Lane.
Winton Lane is a small commercial access road running between Tamar St and River St.
The connector is on the rear left corner of the building on Winton Lane.
If there is a wheeley bin there just move it. It is there to deter our neighbours from blocking the space.
If the gate is open, feel free to reverse into the undercover spot.
I suppose a day hospital makes a bit of a weird spot for a destination charger.
If anyone is keen on an Australian first I could supply a list of operations possible during a 3-hour charge!

 

[Shock-On-T]

That's great to hear! If you can find an exact address it can be added to supercharge.info

I don't have an exact address but I know it's on the grounds of an old motel. If I had to guess I'd say it's here:
Google Maps

 

[dogphlap]

I don't have an exact address but I know it's on the grounds of an old motel. If I had to guess I'd say it's here:
Google Maps

Is this your guess:

Country Comfort Newcastle Airport & Convention Centre  
2285 Pacific Hwy, Heatherbrae NSW 2324

?

 

[ICUDoc]

Is this your guess:

Country Comfort Newcastle Airport & Convention Centre  
2285 Pacific Hwy, Heatherbrae NSW 2324

?

Noooo! We want it south of the Pacific / New England divaricarition!! West Wallsend is the place, Tesla, you monkeys!!

 

[Chuq]

Noooo! We want it south of the Pacific / New England divaricarition!! West Wallsend is the place, Tesla, you monkeys!!

Looks like the obvious spot on paper, doesn't it! Like we all expected Seymour but they went for Euroa in the end. Perhaps they're just trying to get to Brisbane with the fewest number of sites.

I'm sure as numbers grow they'll add a few for increased density. Could see something on the Central Coast?

 

[gcgp]

I'm sure as numbers grow they'll add a few for increased density. Could see something on the Central Coast?

I vote for all the way up to Cairns

 

[Chuq]

I vote for all the way up to Cairns

You can probably guess from my location which direction I'm voting for.

(Hey Tesla, you only need to add one more to connect Hobart to Melbourne!)

 

[Shock-On-T]

Yep, that's my guess location.
I agree it would be much better to have it before the New England split. I reckon Morisset would be ideal.

 

[RichardMcN]

Hey Tesla, you only need to add one more to connect Hobart to Melbourne!

Yes that's right - we need the supercharger on the Spirit of Tasmania !