Electric Vehicles Qunaba, QLD 4670
The 4670 postcode area, including Qunaba, Bundaberg Dc, Burnett Downs, Glenforest, Oakwood, Santa Fe Heights, Windermere, Abbotsford, Alloway, Ashfield, Avenell Heights, Avoca, Avondale, Bargara, Branyan, Bucca, Bundaberg, Bundaberg Central, Bundaberg East, Bundaberg North, Bundaberg South, Bundaberg West, Burnett Heads, Calavos, Coonarr, Coral Cove, Electra, Elliott, Elliott Heads, Fairymead, Givelda, Gooburrum, Innes Park, Kalkie, Kensington, Kepnock, Kinkuna, Meadowvale, Millbank, Mon Repos, Moore Park, Moore Park Beach, Moorland, Mullett Creek, Norville, Pine Creek, Rubyanna, Sharon, South Bingera, South Kolan, Svensson Heights, Thabeban, Walkervale, Watalgan, Welcome Creek, Winfield and Woongarra, is home to 30206 vehicles. Among these, 632 are electric cars, which include battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, and fuel cell electric vehicles (FCEVs). This means that2% of the region’s vehicles are now electric, highlighting a growing shift towards sustainable transportation.
Assuming each vehile travels an average of 10,000km per year, the ICE (Internal Combustion Engine) vehicles in Qunaba, Bundaberg Dc, Burnett Downs, Glenforest, Oakwood, Santa Fe Heights, Windermere, Abbotsford, Alloway, Ashfield, Avenell Heights, Avoca, Avondale, Bargara, Branyan, Bucca, Bundaberg, Bundaberg Central, Bundaberg East, Bundaberg North, Bundaberg South, Bundaberg West, Burnett Heads, Calavos, Coonarr, Coral Cove, Electra, Elliott, Elliott Heads, Fairymead, Givelda, Gooburrum, Innes Park, Kalkie, Kensington, Kepnock, Kinkuna, Meadowvale, Millbank, Mon Repos, Moore Park, Moore Park Beach, Moorland, Mullett Creek, Norville, Pine Creek, Rubyanna, Sharon, South Bingera, South Kolan, Svensson Heights, Thabeban, Walkervale, Watalgan, Welcome Creek, Winfield and Woongarra are emitting approximately 82890 tonnes of CO2 per year.
Assuming each traditional internal combustion engine (ICE) vehicle in 4670 travels around 10,000 km per year, total emissions from these vehicles amount to approximately NaN tonnes of CO2 annually. Collectively, electric vehicles (EVs) can be charged using solar energy. Based on sunshine data from the nearest weather station, Bundaberg Ashfield Rd, a typical household with a 6 kW solar power system can charge an EV to travel up to 212 km per day during the summer month of January, and 124 km per day in July, with an annual average of 171 km per day.
To facilitate this transition to electric cars and hybrid vehicles, there are around 5 public EV charging stations within 20 km of Qunaba, making it easier for residents and visitors to charge their vehicles and drive sustainably.
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* Federal Chamber of Automotive Industries and Electric Vehicle Council.
* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Qunaba: Bundaberg Ashfield Rd - approx. 3 km
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* Data from The Bureau of Meteorology (BOM). Closest weather station to Qunaba: Bundaberg Ashfield Rd - approx. 3 km
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Qunaba EV Demographics
With a population of 78116 people, Qunaba has 30206 motor vehicles based on the Australian Bureau Of Statistics 2021 Census. This is made up of 12316 homes with 1 motor vehicle, 11473 homes with 2 motor vehicles, and 6417 of homes with 3 motor vehicles or more.
With 5 public ev charging stations in Qunaba and a combined 632 registered vehicles that are either battery electric vehicles (BEVs), plug-in hybrid electric vehicles (PHEVs), hybrid vehicles, there’s a growing interest in electric cars and Qunaba electric car charging stations. For the 22385 homes that already have solar panels in the 4670 postcode, being 63% of the total 35764 homes in this community, Qunaba EV owners who combine home solar panels with an EV charger with benefit financially whilst also reducing their environmental impact.
* Based on Australian Bureau of Statistics 2021 Data
Electric Vehicle Charging Stations
With its laidback coastal vibe and thriving eco-conscious community, Qunaba has become a hotspot for electric vehicle adoption. Between 2021 and 2023, EV registrations here surged by 122% – jumping from 285 to 632 vehicles. This Queensland suburb’s sunny climate (averaging 5.6 kW/m² daily solar irradiation) makes it ideal for sustainable driving solutions. Let’s explore your charging options.
Five public electric vehicle charging stations serve Qunaba and surrounding areas within a 20km radius. The Qunaba Central Shopping Centre offers 24/7 access to 150kW DC fast chargers (CCS2/Type 2), perfect for topping up while grabbing groceries. Visitors exploring the Bundaberg Botanic Gardens will find 50kW chargers near the entrance – pair your charging session with a stroll through the subtropical gardens. For those needing medical services, the Friendly Society Private Hospital hosts two 22kW Type 2 AC chargers in its visitor parking area.
Major networks like Chargefox and Evie Networks operate locally, with compatibility for all common connector types. CCS2 ports work with modern models like the Audi e-tron GT (540km range) and Mercedes-Benz EQS (587km range), while Type 2 (Mennekes) connectors suit the Lexus UX BEV and Mazda MX-30. CHAdeMO ports remain available but less common, reflecting Australia’s shift towards CCS2 as the standard.
Qunaba’s abundant sunshine presents a golden opportunity for solar-powered EV charging. A typical 5kW solar system here generates about 28kWh daily – enough to fully charge a Lexus UX BEV (12.8kWh/100km) for 218km of emissions-free driving. Over a year, this could save $800-$1,200 compared to grid charging, while reducing reliance on public electric vehicle charging stations.
For residents considering home solutions, pairing a 7.4kW electric vehicle home charger with solar panels creates a future-proof setup. The Ford Escape PHEV’s 14.7kWh/100km consumption becomes particularly economical when powered by sunlight – you could achieve 90% of local commutes on solar energy alone.
As Qunaba’s electric car infrastructure expands, staying ahead with personal charging solutions makes both environmental and financial sense. If you’re ready to explore solar-powered electric vehicle charging stations at home, connect with Qunaba’s certified solar installers through our local network for tailored advice. Drive sunny-side up – your wallet and the planet will thank you.