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Applications for 4.2 million in heavy vehicle safety grants closing soon
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is reminding heavy vehicle industry stakeholders that the deadline to apply for Round 10 of Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI) is fast approaching.
Major NHVR operation reveals driver fatigue is still a serious concern following deadliest year on Australian roads in over a decade
National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) on-road officers worked in partnership with police across Australia during the busy Christmas holiday period, identifying more than 200 fatigue-related offences, including 17 critical breaches.
NHVR issues urgent warning for truck drivers travelling down steep descents after several deadly crashes and dangerous near misses
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is urging heavy vehicle drivers to exercise extreme caution when travelling down steep descents, following a series of serious incidents occurring on Bulli Pass and Mount Ousley in New South Wales.
Governments collaborate to achieve productivity wins for industry
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) together with the South Australian state and local governments have delivered on a set of heavy vehicle productivity initiatives to support safer and more efficient heavy vehicle movements in the state.
Reminder - Wallendbeen Bridge heavy vehicle detours
Attention: Permit holders who travel on Burley Griffin Way over Wallendbeen Bridge
NHVR bottles up best practices for grape and wine transport industry
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has registered the Wine Industry Code of Practice, aimed at ensuring safe and compliant transport of grapes and wine throughout the supply chain.
Christmas travel restrictions 2024
Over the Christmas and New Year period, there are travel restrictions in place for certain Class 1 heavy vehicles.
NSW Government and NHVR call for safer roads this Christmas
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) and NSW Government are putting safety at the top of the Christmas list, urging all drivers to take extra care on the roads during the holiday season.
NHVR urges truck drivers to keep safety front of mind amid prolonged wet weather conditions and the start of the holiday season
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has issued an urgent reminder to the nation's truck drivers and operators to check their heavy vehicle fleets are up to scratch, amid predictions of above-average rainfall and increased traffic on the roads.
$4.2 million in funding to boost heavy vehicle road safety
The Australian Government and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) have announced $4.2 million will be dedicated to industry-led road safety projects, in a major funding boost to heavy vehicle safety.
NHVR spilling the tea at Schoolies – young drivers to learn you ‘Don't #uck With A Truck’
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is ensuring school-leavers know how to drive safely around trucks, with a pop-up marquee at this year’s Schoolies on the Gold Coast.
Protecting your data and privacy with extra NHVR Portal security
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is committed to the safety of heavy vehicle operators on and off the road.
NHVR Supports Safer Roads for Grain Harvest Season on National Agriculture Day
As Australia’s grain harvest season kicks off, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is working to support and keep our farmers, heavy vehicle drivers, and transport operators safe.
Updated National Roller Brake Testing Procedure
The updated National Roller Brake Testing (RBT) procedure is now available, ensuring consistent and accurate brake testing for heavy vehicles.
NHVR welcomes new Queensland Transport and Main Roads Minister
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has welcomed the appointment of Brent Mickelberg as the Queensland Government's Minister for Transport and Main Roads.
NHVR Chief Executive Officer Mr. Sal Petroccitto OAM announces resignation
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) will say farewell to CEO Sal Petroccitto OAM on 24 January 2025 after successfully leading the National regulator for more than a decade.
NHVR release new Defence notice to improve access in national emergencies
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) and the Australian Defence Force (ADF) have today released a national notice to better support Defence vehicles to get to communities in times of emergency or disaster.
Truck or Treat: Werewolves, vampires and ghouls to be careful around heavy vehicles this Halloween
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is working to ensure the only upsetting part of this year’s Halloween is a costume malfunction - not a heavy vehicle incident.
NHVR calls for feedback on draft Wine Industry Code of Practice
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has released the draft Wine Industry Code of Practice, to allow any stakeholder with an interest in the wine industry to review and comment on the Code before it is assessed for registration.
Millions invested to roll out industry-led road safety projects
The Albanese Government and National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) are taking further action to reduce road trauma and save lives on Australia’s roads by funding 16 crucial industry-led projects through Round 9 of the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI).
NHVR enhances heavy vehicle safety and compliance with mobile ANPR cameras
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is boosting heavy vehicle safety across Australia’s freight network with the use of mobile Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras, soon to be deployed in all NHVR jurisdictions.