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Whakatāne and Murupara libraries are the latest community hubs in New Zealand to introduce ChargedAs power banks, keeping visitors connected, mobile, and charged — entirely for free. These Bay of Plenty facilities join a growing number of libraries across the country turning to ChargedAs. They recognise that the modern library is no longer just a place […]

Hospital phone charging stations are now regarded as an essential amenity and not just a “nice-to-have” luxury. NZ hospitals, health care centres and hospital charities are increasingly turning to phone charging stations and power banks to address critical pain points for hospital users and medical staff alike. Phone charging services are a great revenue-raiser for […]

ChargedAs has just set up one of our new Tap N Go phone charging stations at the Department of Conservation’s (DOC) Pelorus Bridge Campground in NZ’s Marlborough region — a popular place for trampers and campers that features both powered and unpowered sites. Many trampers and campers are looking to disconnect, but they also want to snap […]

ChargedAs just set up a new Tap N Go phone charging station at Trax Bar & Cafe in Wellington Railway Station, and 2 more at Kenepuru Community Hospital’s waiting room and Accident & Urgent Medical Clinic! We share revenue  from these phone charging stations with clients while keeping costs low for users as part of […]

We’ve just set up two ChargedAs 8 Box phone charging stations at Kiwi Rail’s Wellington Interislander Terminal! While we have many long-term partnerships through revenue share and hire options, we realise that some clients like to buy phone charging and power bank stations outright. We recently sold two phone charging stations to Kiwi Rail, which […]

Auckland Libraries provide FREE phone charging services at multiple locations throughout the Auckland region. Read on for key locations!* The portable power banks enable you to keep your phone with you as you charge, keeping you connected while you’re on the go. Meanwhile, the phone charging station is safe and secure and offers peace of […]

ChargedAs’ secure phone charging stations are helping Kiwis stay connected in times of need at hospitals and medical centres. We share revenue with organisations that partner with us part of our Support Local program. See below for a list of ChargedAs’ partner health organisations hospital charities.* Charging station benefits For Patients Charging stations alleviate stress […]

ChargedAs has set up new Volty Powerbank stations at locations across Hawke’s Bay. You’ll now find Volty Powerbanks at Napier’s Boardwalk Beach Bar and Bistro, The Station Bar and Bistro – Napier, The Duke of Gloucester – Taradale, Hastings’ Common Room, and Havelock North’s Giant Brewing Co. These additions join the existing locations across the […]

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]At ChargedAs, we believe in paying it forward and supporting local organisations. We share revenue with long-term venue clients with pay-to-use phone charging stations, while event organisers can sell advertising space on our free-to-use phone charging stations to cover hire costs — or even turn a profit. ChargedAs takes […]

[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”]ChargedAs’ power banks were a big hit at a private conference in Auckland this week, with conference-goers able to stay connected throughout the event. Power banks are a good solution if your attendees need to keep their phones and tablets with them. Many conference organisers say this is why […]

ChargedAs is rolling out “Volty app or tap” dual-function power bank stations across Aotearoa New Zealand. We’ve had feedback that some people like to pay by card, Apple Pay or Google Pay to rent or buy Volty Powerbanks. Others love the Volty app. So now we’re making it possible for our Volty stations to give people […]

ChargedAs is launching Grab ‘n’ Go power banks for events, with up to 72 power banks in each cabinet! These power banks enable events-goers to stay connected and engaged at events without the worry of their phone battery going flat. Check them out at the Matakanarama festival, which runs from 29-31 December. ChargedAs today to […]

The Volty Powerbank stations rollout continues! You’ll now find Volty stations in Gisborne at Breakers/Jandal Bar, Smash Palace Bar Gisborne, The Tav and, when the rennos are done, 8888 Cafe (formerly Lounge 88) — adding to the fleet of stations across NZ! ChargedAs keeps power bank hire costs low (from the price of a cuppa […]

The Well Foundation just added two more ChargedAs “Tap ‘n’ Go” phone charging stations in North Shore and Waitakere Hospitals! Using these contactless payment stations is as easy as child’s play. You just select the amount of time you want to charge your phone for in the locker for, tap your card on the card […]

Editor’s note: This offer has now ended. SPECIAL OFFER: 1 hour FREE charge if you sign up for Volty Until August 31, 2024, when you download the Volty Powerbanks app you get a one-off gift of 60 minutes of free charge for your phone!* It costs way less than the price of a cuppa per […]

ChargedAs has great partner venues across NZ that offer the best school holiday activities. These include: Christchurch Gondola, ILT Stadium Southland, Auckland’s Manukau Super Strike, Motion Entertainment Rotorua, National Army Museum, Waiouru New Zealand, Queenstown Ice Arena, Te Puia – Rotorua, NZ, The Oasis Christchurch, Velocity Valley, Whakarewarewa The Living Maori Village and Ye Olde […]

In a first for New Zealand, we’re rolling out Volty Tap ‘ n’ Go across NZ! It only takes about 10 seconds to grab a Volty from these stations, which have no app and no QR code. All you need to do is tap your card, wait for quick approval of the $15 pre-authorisation and […]

ChargedAs provides Volty Powerbank stations to long-term venues for free and we share revenue with these clients as part of our “support local” program. Volty stations can be tailored to suit your needs. We’ve found eight-slot stations are ideal for packed pubs and other busy venues, while the four-slots are perfect for smaller venues with […]

EDITOR’S NOTE: This offer ended on April 20, 2024. SPECIAL OFFER: We have a new Volty Powerbanks app that’s even better than the original and are celebrating with a special offer! For a limited period, registered Volty users get up to 60 minutes free charging if they delete the old app, download the new app […]

The Well Foundation is now keeping North Shore Hospital users connected with eftpos and payWave! ChargedAs is switching all pay-to-use phone charging stations to card only and will be rolling out more of these “tap ‘n’ go lockers soon. This awesome charity provides a secure phone charging station at North Shore Hospital and three other […]