Permit applications fasttracked for firefighting response

Heavy vehicle operators should be aware of a large number of heavy vehicle movements taking place in fire-affected areas of Queensland and NSW over the coming days.

The NHVR and road managers have fasttracked a large number of permit applications over the past 24 hours to allow movement heavy vehicles in relation to firefighting operations, including Australian Defence Force vehicles.

Operators travelling in areas affected by firefighting operations should take care and be aware that delays may occur.

Stay up-to-date on road closures due to bushfires at:

• Qld information is available through the Department of Transport and Main Roads
• NSW information is available through Transport for NSW