Top My NRMA dining discounts near electric vehicle chargers

New South Wales

The NRMA offers a bounty of benefits for NRMA members near EV charging locations in New South Wales.

Heading into Sydney’s picturesque Darling Harbour? At the International Convention Centre (ICC) P1 and P2, NRMA members can take advantage of numerous enticing benefits within a fifteen-minute walk while charging EVs at banks of 7kW chargers.

After plugging in, enjoy a 25% discount at Planar Restaurant, just a short 100 to 300-metre walk from the charging station. Alternatively, head over to Harajuku Gyoza or Braza Churrascaria, both within an eight-minute walk, and receive up to 25% off your total bill.

For a sweet treat, visit Andersen’s of Denmark Ice Cream, where members can enjoy a "buy one, get one" offer on any menu item, located only a minute or two away.

Sneaking off to the snow? In Jindabyne, you can plug in at a 50kW charger and then savour a “buy one, get one free” main course at Clancy's Restaurant, a brief 600-metre walk away. Members planning to stay a while can nab a discount on accommodation at the Jindabyne Holiday Park, where there are also two cabins with EV chargers.

Heading to subtropical climes? Driving north to the picturesque Northern Rivers, NRMA members can take advantage of several benefits while charging an EV.

At the Chargefox station in Ballina, members can recharge the EV and then take a short 1-minute walk to Burrito Bar, to receive 25% off the total bill. Continuing on to Byron Bay, Finn Poke is a 4-minute walk from the local library's Chargefox station. There, members can enjoy a scrumptious Japanese-inspired bowl with a generous 25% discount.

Or, go to the 'Gong, where members can redeem up to three delicious discounts. Enjoy 25% off the total bill at Lower East Deli, 20% off a meal at Little Vietnam or a 2 for 1 ice cream from Cold Rock Ice Creamery, all within an eight-minute walk.

These are just some of the examples we’ve found for you; you can see a non-exhaustive list below, complete with links to chargers, venues and directions.

Australian Capital Territory

The ACT also provides NRMA members with a variety of benefits conveniently located near EV charging stations, with Gungahlin the hands down winner in terms of choice. 

There, the Chargefox station offers 80kW charging, and members can take advantage of several nearby dining options. It's just a short 2-minute walk to Pizza Hut, where members can enjoy a 10% cashback on meals.  

For those in the mood for Asian cuisine, Jasmine House is just a 2-minute walk away and offers a 25% discount on your total bill, up to $30.  

For a sweet treat, Gelatissimo is a 3-minute walk from the charging station, where members can indulge in a "buy one, get one" deal on one, two, or three scoops of ice cream. Alternatively, for a more substantial meal, Siren Bar is just a 3-minute walk away and provides a generous 25% discount on your total bill, up to $40. 

In Fyshwick, although the Chargefox station provides a slower 25kW charging service, members can take a longer 23-minute walk to Coffee House. Here, members get a 25% discount of up to $25 on the total bill, making it a great place to unwind while the EV charges. 

Victoria

In Victoria, NRMA members can also enjoy a variety of benefits near key EV charging locations. 

In the heart of Melbourne, NRMA members can enjoy several benefits while charging their EVs at conveniently located charging stations.  

At the Chargefox station near Airport West, members can leave EVs to charge at 50-350kW and take a 6-minute walk to Nene Chicken, where you’ll receive a "buy one, get one" offer on a chicken wrap, burger, or 6 wingettes. 

In Melbourne's vibrant Brunswick neighbourhood, members can enjoy a great deal while charging their EVs at the Chargefox station in the Edward St Car Park. While the EV is powering up, take a 5-minute walk to Lord of the Fries, where members can take advantage of a "buy one, get one" offer on a big burger, hot dog, or regular fries. 

For those in southeast Melbourne, the Chargefox station in Chadstone offers charging at 150kW. During the charging session, you can explore a variety of nearby dining options. A 10-minute walk will take you to Nene Chicken, where members can enjoy a "buy one, get one" deal on a chicken wrap, 6 wingettes, or a chicken burger. If you prefer something different, New Shanghai is just an 11-minute walk away, offering 25% off your total bill, up to $25. 

Heading out west? The Chargefox station in Horsham is equipped with a 350kW charger. While the EV powers up, members can stroll for 4 minutes to Chicken Chef and receive 25% off the total bill, with a maximum discount of $25.  

Similarly, in Ararat, the NRMA station with a 150kW charger is just a 3-minute walk from Sicilians Bar & Restaurant, where members can enjoy a 20% discount on their meal, up to $25. In Ballarat, members can take advantage of multiple dining discounts, including 25% off at Irish Murphys and The Pancake Kitchen, both conveniently located near fast chargers. 

Note, all of the charging locations in Victoria are managed by Chargefox. Only the ultra-rapid chargers attract a 10% discount through the Chargefox app; you can see which ones are included here. 

Scroll down for non-exhaustive list with links to chargers, venues and directions. 

Queensland

NRMA members travelling in Queensland don’t miss out either, with several enticing offers near EV chargers. 

If you're near QUT Gardens Point, a 9-minute walk from the 50kW Chargefox station will bring you to Double Maker Coffee, where you can enjoy a "buy one, get one" coffee or a 10% discount on your total bill. 

Another option in Brisbane is the Chargefox station in Morningside, offering 50kW charging. Here, a 12-minute walk will lead you to Flame Cafe & Kebab, where members can enjoy a "buy one, get one" coffee or a 25% discount on the total bill, up to $10. 

Going to the Goldie? At the 75kW charger in Miami, you can indulge in a meal at Hide N Seek Espresso with a 25% discount, just a 2.2km drive from the charging station. 

In Mermaid Waters, the Chargefox station offers 150kW charging. A short 3-minute walk will take you to Goldsteins Bakery, where you can enjoy a "buy one, get one" deal on a pie or coffee, making it a perfect stop for a quick snack. 

Meanwhile, in Capalaba, members can enjoy a sweet treat with a "buy one, get one" offer at Bennie Adam Icecream, located just steps away from a 120kW charger. 

As with Victoria, all of the charging locations listed in Queensland are managed by Chargefox. See which ultra-rapid chargers offer a 10% discount for members through the Chargefox app here. 

Below is a non-exhaustive list with links to chargers, venues and directions. 

We hope this has helped you find more discounts when driving your EV around the east coast of Australia! If you come across any other great places to eat with discounts near EV chargers – let us know via social media by tagging #MyNRMA.

* Ultra-rapid chargers on the Chargefox app are eligible for a 10% discount for My NRMA members. Read here for more details.

^ Discounts when using NRMA's network of EV chargers are available via the My NRMA app. Read here for more information.

** Venues offering discounts are current at time of publishing and subject to change. See My NRMA benefits for a full list of current offers.

*** Benefits listed include Frequent Value and Bonus single-use offers. For full terms and conditions see here.

This article was updated on September 9, 2024, to link to an MIT study that shows EV chargers help boost local economies.