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Pay-by-phone parking available in Carlton

What is pay-by-phone?

Pay-by-Phone allows motorists to make payments for on-street parking using their credit card and a mobile phone.

Using pay-by-phone means motorists don’t have to search for coins or predict how long they are going to stay. They only pay for the exact time that they are parked, after a quick and free registration process.

Where can I use pay-by-phone?

The City of Melbourne will conduct a pay-by-phone trial in a small section of Carlton from 5 September 2011, for a twelve-month period. During this time, motorists can choose to pay for their parking using their mobile phone and a credit card when they park in the area bounded by Victoria Street to the south, Swanston Street to the east, Cemetary Road East and Princes Street to the north and Nicholson Street to the east.

View Pay-By-Phone Trial Area Map.pdf(PDF, 220kb) This link opens in a new browser window

Parking signs and meters within this area will let you know that pay-by-phone is available and will give you quick and clear instructions on how to register and use the technology. Customer service staff dressed in ‘pay-by-phone’ caps and t-shirts will also be working in the area during the trial to assist motorists in using the new technology. 

How do I use pay-by phone?

There are three easy steps to use pay-by-phone parking.

  1. Register
    Fast and easy one-time free registration.
    Download the Parkmobile app from Parkmobile
    OR  Call 1300 564 564
    OR  Register online at www.parkmobile.com.au
  2. Start parking
    Enter the zone number displayed on the parking meter or sign where you park using the Parkmobile app OR call 1300 564 564.
  3. Stop parking
    Using the Parkmobile app OR call 1300 564 564.

Save time and register your credit card details before parking by visiting www.parkmobile.com.au.

Can I still use coins to pay for my parking?

Yes.  Current ticket machines and parking meters will remain in place during the period of the trial.

Operation commencement date:

Commencement date Area covered Streets bounding this area
5 September Carlton All streets within the boundary of Victoria Street, Nicholson Street, Princess Street, Cemetery Road West and Swanston Street.

 

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