Local government update

This page contains some of the stories from our local government newsletters. Please visit Local government updates if you want to see the actual newsletter that gets sent out

Annual PBS demo day wrap in Bundaberg

PBS demo day Bundaberg

The final NHVR Performance Based Standards (PBS) demonstration day for 2019 was held in Bundaberg last week.

NHVR Stakeholder Officer Dan Casey said the event was another successful day attended by more than 50 people representing six local councils and industry.

“These events rely on the support of local councils and businesses. 

“It was great have enthusiastic input from Bundaberg Regional Council, the Mayor Jack Dempsey and local businesses Isis Sugar Mill and Hawe Earthmoving, as well as Qube Logistics,” Dan said.

Access to the heavy vehicle law review

Heavy Vehicle Law Review

The NHVR has made a number of recommendations to the National Transport Commissions review of the Heavy Vehicle National Law, including the issues paper Easy Access to Suitable Routes.

NHVR Strategist Fiona Brophy said the NHVR’s response was based on the current and past permit approval system.

“We’ve looked at a range of significant reforms to the process for heavy vehicle operators to obtain access, which incorporate the latest updates to the NHVR Portal, while also allowing for education and training for road managers on their role,” Fiona said

Strategic Local Government Asset Assessment Project

Heavy vehicle and bridge

The NHVR will engage with several local governments during the first half of 2020 on the rollout of the Strategic Asset Assessment project.

NHVR Program Director Annette Finch said the NHVR would speak to council about a list of key assets on regional heavy vehicle freight routes.

“In addition to a list of key freight assets, the program will also provide a standardised heavy vehicle framework for bridge information and assessment on key routes,” Annette said. 

HVNL Review update

HVNL Review update

HVNL Review update

The NHVR recently met with a group of industry associations, government representatives and the Australian Local Government Association to discuss key issues on the Heavy Vehicle National Law Review.

Crane Demo Day

Crane Demo Day

Crane Demo Day

The NHVR supported the recent Crane Industry Council of Australia’s Crane Demo Day held at Liebherr Australia Erskine Park, NSW on June 19. NHVR would like to thank both Liebherr and the Crane Council of Australia for organising the event.