Tactics Magazine Volume 26, Kids Entertainment Edition 2017 | Page 16

Customer Service FEATURE | Sustainability SUPERCHARGED T he viability of electrical vehicle charging stations in shopping centers is yesterday’s news, but Broadway Sydney has given its new installation some added cachet. The Aussie mall has unveiled an eight-bay Tesla Supercharger site, the only one in its immediate catchment. The addition, which followed months of community research, was in response to rising consumer demand for more sustainable modes of transportation. “Our customer base is changing with more and more opting for sustainable transport options and we are adjusting our services to match,” said center manager, Justine Saltmarsh. “The convenience of the Tesla Superchargers accompanied with two hours free parking means customers can really relax and enjoy all Broadway has on offer, including the extensive dining, beauty, and fashion options on L2.” Broadway Sydney also offers bays for all models of e-vehicles, part of the 30 stations that Mirvac Retail launched late last year across its properties in New South Wales, Victoria, and Queensland. And more changes are coming portfolio-wide. According to the company, the charging bays represent just one of the ways that it is reimagining the use of its resources and implementing a new transport master plan that will better reflect the new reality of urban living. At Broadway Sydney, this greater picture is taking shape in the form of a Green Travel Plan that the center has put together to support its staff, tenants, and shoppers in adopting more sustainable habits. It covers public transit, cycling clubs, and the Go Get car-sharing service. Tesla Superchargers debuted at Broadway Sydney. 16 TACTICS / KID'S ENTERTAINMENT EDITION