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A review of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), led by the National Transport Commission (NTC), commenced in 2019 and aimed to update the existing law to improve safety and productivity for Australia’s heavy vehicle sector. The review identified a series of reform options to enhance the effectiveness of the HVNL for governments, industry and the broader community.
This process has resulted in the development of the Heavy Vehicle National Law Amendment Bill 2025 and the Heavy Vehicle National Amendment Regulations 2025 (together, the 2025 Amendment Package), which have been introduced to Queensland Parliament.
The new law is scheduled to commence in mid-2026, subject to its successful passage through parliament.
The NHVR is actively preparing for the implementation of the new law, to ensure a smooth transition for industry and regulatory partners.
As more information becomes available, this page will be updated to include:
- Details of the new law and regulations
- Implementation timeframes
- Guidance and support material for industry.
In the meantime, you can:
- Access the Bill currently before Queensland Parliament.
- Read the NHVR’s HVNL implementation FAQs (PDF, 172KB), for answers to common questions.
- Visit the NTC website for further information on the reform.