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NHVR delivers two emergency notices in response to major flooding in outback Western Australia

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has worked with Main Roads Western Australia and the Department for Infrastructure and Transport South Australia, to publish two emergency notices after recent flooding forced the closure of a key rail network.

NHVR Chief Operations Officer Paul Salvati said the notices give consent to increased access for road trains up to 53.5 meters, between Port Augusta in SA and the WA border, and then internally into WA.

Women recognised for driving positive change this International Women’s Day

This International Women’s Day, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is recognising the significant contribution women make to Australia’s transport and logistics sector.

NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto OAM said women are an integral part of the heavy vehicle industry, breaking barriers and paving the way for future generations.

“It’s fantastic to see more women behind the wheel, with their dedication, skill and unwavering commitment to driving the industry forward pivotal in creating a stronger workforce,” Mr Petroccitto said.

NHVR seeks feedback on draft Industry Code of Practice for waste and recycling

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has released the draft Waste and Recycling Industry Code of Practice for Load Management, to allow industry participants and members of the public to review and comment on the Code before it is assessed for registration.

The Code, also known as the Waste Loading Code (WLC), has been developed to drive better safety outcomes in the waste and recycling industry and the businesses that use those services.

NHVR to deliver heavy vehicle regulatory services in Queensland, from 20 April

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is on track to transition responsibility for delivering heavy vehicle regulatory services, including on-road compliance and enforcement, from the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR), on 20 April 2024.

NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto OAM said the transition of services in Queensland will be a significant achievement for the organisation and will result in safer and more consistent regulation of heavy vehicle movements across Australia.

Significant notice updates in February 2024

On 10 February 2024, there was a significant update regarding heavy vehicle notices. As part of this update, five new notices have been published, accompanied by the renewal of 33 existing notices.

Additionally, four notices were replaced, while two will expire without renewal. Access will seamlessly transition to other notices, ensuring continued and uninterrupted access. 

NHVR urges caravanners to share the road and rest stops with truckies these holidays

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is reminding caravanners of the importance of sharing the road with heavy vehicles this January, as holidaymakers head off on New Year road trips across the country. 

A recent survey by the NHVR of 1000 Australian drivers revealed how caravanners have a lack of understanding of how to share the road with trucks.

The survey showed that 60 per cent of caravanners have parked in a truck-specific rest area, and 22 per cent are doing so often. 

National first - NHVR launches National Network Map

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has reached a significant milestone with the release of the National Network Map today, 20 December 2023.

In a national first, the heavy vehicle industry can see national road network information in one central location, with the map information that is currently held within each jurisdiction now available through the NHVR’s National Network Map.

NHVR establishes first specialist off road investigative team

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has today announced the establishment of a dedicated team focused on investigating allegations of offending by off-road parties.

The team will investigate offences committed by off-road parties who do not safely manage their transport activities, or who make prohibited commercial requests that cause drivers to speed or drive tired.

NHVR Executive Director Raymond Hassall said the NHVR has worked to enforce significant offences by parties in the Chain of Responsibility, more effectively and equitably.

Overheight vehicle investigation results in Chain of Responsibility improvement notices

Earlier this year, a heavy vehicle carrying portable aeroplane stairs hit the overheight warning dongles on General Holmes Drive in Mascot before stopping at the entrance of the Airport Tunnel.

The heavy vehicle and load height were measured at 4.58m, with the permitted height of the vehicle being 4.3m. Considering the applicable dimension adjustment in favour of the accused, the vehicle’s alleged height was 4.55m, an excess height of 25cm.