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ATA and NHVR join forces to drive National Level Crossing Safety Notice
In a joint effort to enhance road safety, the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) and National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) have issued a crucial safety Notice to help truck drivers to remain vigilant at level crossings.
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.
South Eastern Freeway incident serves as important reminder for heavy vehicle operators to meet safety obligations
The collision, which occurred on 24 July 2022 at Urrbrae and involved one heavy vehicle and several other vehicles, resulted in nine people being injured.
Be Bus Aware: NHVR supports NSW Bus Safety Week
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is supporting this year’s Bus Safety Week, led by Transport for NSW (TfNSW).
NHVR launches operation to boost heavy vehicle safety in the construction industry
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is set to launch an on-road targeted operation, focused on mechanical safety and compliance with mass, dimension and loading requirements.
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 from the Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads (TMR), on 20 April 2024.
National Network Map - What’s the latest?
The NHVR’s National Network Map has hit its 500th network update request since launching.
Industry wins from asset assessments
The SLGAAP is currently completing assessments of local government owned bridges and culverts to improve road manager understanding of local asset capability.
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.
Access assistance for Western Australia to South Australia
The purpose of this access is to allow increased freight capacity on alternative road networks during a period when regular rail and road freight routes are cut by natural disaster.
Update: Conviction in Eastern Freeway Tragedy
The National Operations Manager of a transport company was found guilty on 4 December 2023 of a category 1 offence under the Heavy Vehicle National Law for breaching their duty as an operator and was sentenced on 23 January 2024.
NHVR urges truckies to be prepared and prioritise safe driving practices in wet weather conditions
Amid prolonged and intense rainfall events across many parts of the country, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is emphasising the importance of safety and preparedness for truck drivers navigating the wet conditions.
A national success: NHVR reveals outcomes of major fatigue operation
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) announces the successful conclusion of Operation Forager, a four-week initiative dedicated to combating heavy vehicle driver fatigue during the holiday season.
Tipper Body Design Code extended to July 2024
Earlier this year, the NHVR released Vehicle Standards Bulletin 6 (VSB6) Version 3.2, which saw the implementation of the J4 Tipper Body Design Code.
NHVR urges caravanners to share the road and rest stops with truckies these holidays
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The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is reminding caravanners of the importance of sharing the road with heavy vehicles this January.
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.
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.
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.
NHVR welcomes appointment of new Chief Structural Engineer
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is pleased to announce the appointment of Stewart Garden as Chief Structural Engineer.
NHVR launches innovative Pavement Impact Comparison Calculator to improve productivity and road longevity
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has launched the interactive Pavement Impact Comparison Calculator (Pavement Calculator) for consultation.
NHVR’s ‘We ALL Need Space’ campaign returns encouraging drivers to share the road safely with heavy vehicles this Christmas
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator has joined forces with Australian icons; comedian Jimmy Rees, ex rugby league player Sam Thaiday, country music artist James Blundell, Outback Truckers star Glenn Kendall and truck driver Casuarina Smith for the ‘We ALL Need Space’ campaign, to promote safely sharing the road with heavy vehicles this holiday season.