Parking FAQs

At the start of 2024, the University introduced EasyPark, a digital parking permit system to make parking more convenient for our students, staff and visitors at UWA.

What does that mean to you? Staff and students should have received an email from [email protected] with instructions on how to access and use the EasyPark system. If you haven't received this email or if you need further information, refer to our detailed FAQs listed below.

What you need to know

For students and visitors

There's no more distinction between student and visitor parking areas. Instead, new yellow (student and visitor) bays are available for both. (Exception: This applies to most areas. However, at UWA Health Campus (Car park 101) - only students with an eligible EasyPark UWA account can park).

Eligible students can choose between a virtual permit or pay-as-you-go (PAYG) parking using the EasyPark app.

For staff

Staff permits have transitioned to virtual permits, eliminating the need for physical permits on windscreens. Eligible UWA staff can park in designated red (staff) parking bays.

Full details for staff parking are available on the Staff Intranet.

Benefits of EasyPark

Start and stop your parking using your phone, from anywhere
Only pay for the time you use
Reminders when your parking session is about to expire
No charge for a parking session under 30-minutes (one session per day)

UWA's paid parking applies Monday to Friday, 8am to 5pm. Parking after these hours is free (unless signposted otherwise - always check the parking signs).

How to use the EasyPark app

Download the instructions [PDF 4.9 MB]

FAQs

Changes to student and visitor parking areas

UWA has implemented changes to student and visitor parking areas for improved accessibility and convenience.

There is no longer a distinction between student (yellow) and visitor (green) parking areas. Instead, new yellow general purpose bays are available to students and visitors.
Eligible students registered with EasyPark will be charged the student rate for parking in these yellow (student and visitor) bays. Visitors will be charged the visitor rate.
The new yellow zones means easier access to conveniently located parking at student rates for eligible students.
The yellow bays, can be used by both students and visitors, with distinct pricing:
- Student rate parking will be 50c per hour to a maximum of $2 per session*. A session is valid for a full day (i.e. If you park for 4 or more hours in one session, the maximum payment remains at $2).
- Visitor rate will be $3 per hour.
There are a limited number of green (special reserved visitor) bays, which are exclusively reserved for use by visitors attending UWA clinics (optometry, sleep and podiatry, Oral Health Centre, University Club members and Lawrence Wilson Art Gallery visitors. Always check signage and bay colour for zone confirmation.
No charge for a parking session under 30-minutes (one session per day)

*Session validity: A session is valid for a full day. For example, if you park for 4 or more hours in one session in the same car park, the maximum payment remains at $2. You can park in yellow (student and visitor) bays for this price.

REMEMBER: Your session is valid only if you remain parked in the same car park. If you leave campus and park in a different car park, you must stop your old session and start a new one for the new car park. However, if you leave the car park and return to a different car bay within the same car park, that is allowed within the same session.

Using EasyPark

When can I start using EasyPark?

The EasyPark parking system will be live from Monday 22 January 2024.
Where do I use EasyPark?

You use the EasyPark app for PAYG staff, student or visitor parking at UWA. You should always refer to parking signs for restrictions.
Can I still pay for parking at the parking machines?

Yes, you can pay for parking at the parking machines using a credit card if you prefer not to use the EasyPark app, provided that parking machines are available in the area.
Where can I find these parking machines?

Parking machines are ONLY located in yellow (student and visitor) and green (special reserved visitor) zones, NOT in red (staff) zones.

Regardless of how you pay, you should always refer to parking signs for restrictions.

Student parking

I am a student who previously purchased a semester parking permit. Can I still purchase a permit to park at UWA?

Yes, eligible students (see next FAQ) can choose between either a Permit, eliminating the need for physical permits on windscreens, or PAYG parking option, by registering through the user-friendly EasyPark app. This will allow students to park in yellow (student and visitor) bays at student rates.
Am I eligible to register with EasyPark as a UWA student?

If you were previously eligible for a UWA student parking permit, you will be eligible to register with EasyPark as a UWA student. You can find the full eligibility criteria on the UniPark website.
What if I'm not eligible to register with EasyPark as a UWA student?

You can still park in the yellow (student and visitor) bays by using the EasyPark app or a parking machine, however, you will be charged at the visitor rate.
How much will it cost me to park using EasyPark?

If you are an eligible UWA student registered with EasyPark, a student permit is provided in six-month and twelve-month options, or PAYG and pay only for the time you use, which will be 50c per hour to a maximum of $2 per parking session*.

*Session validity

A session is valid for a full day. For example, If you park for 4 or more hours in one session in the same car park, the maximum payment remains at $2. Students can park in yellow (student and visitor) bays for this price.
Remember, a session is valid only if you remain parked in the same car park. If you leave campus and park in a different car park, you must stop your old session and start a new one for the new car park. However, if you leave the car park and return to a different car bay within the same car park, that is allowed within the same session.
How do I register with EasyPark as a UWA student?

Download the EasyPark app and sign in using your UWA credentials. You can find the full eligibility criteria on the UniPark website.
Will I still need a permit sticker on my windscreen?

No, however even if you choose to purchase a six-month or annual permit you will need to start and stop your parking session using the EasyPark app.
What if I bring a different car to campus, do I need a temporary permit?

No. Simply use the EasyPark app to change your vehicle registration number to the vehicle you have brought in that day.

Visitor parking

How much will visitor parking cost?

Visitors can park in yellow (student and visitor) bays and will be charged $3 per hour via the EasyPark app or the parking machines.

Getting started

To get started
- All staff and students will be emailed a link from EasyPark - check your inbox from Monday 15 January for the email
- Download the EasyPark app from your phone's App Store or Google Play
- Create an account, register your car details and add a payment method
Note: You can also create an account via the EasyPark website.
- After you have created your account from the EasyPark emailed link, you will receive a confirmation email from UniPark on how to associate your EasyPark account to your UWA profile
How does the EasyPark app work?
1. Ensure your vehicle registration number, payment details and student / staff details (where applicable) are recorded in EasyPark
2. Add your parking area code (this will be on the signage in the carpark)
3. Spin the wheel within the app to select your desired parking duration and click start parking to initiate your parking session
4. If you leave earlier than planned, remember to stop your EasyPark session via the app. You will only be charged for the actual time you have stayed on campus
5. Staff with a Permit can park in the red (staff) bays without needing to start/stop a parking session
Do I have to pay to use the app?

No.
How do I add or change my payment details?

Payment details can be changed in the EasyPark app or on the EasyPark website.
What if I don't have a smartphone?

The EasyPark app is available for free download on iOS and Android devices. However, if you don't have a smartphone, you will have to park in the yellow (student and visitor) bays and pay visitor rates using the parking machines.
Who do I contact if I have issues using EasyPark?

Please contact UniPark on [email protected] or 6488 1229 for issues relating to your UWA account.

Issues relating to using the app should be directed to EasyPark directly, email [email protected] or call 1300 73 40 70.

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