Road managers
Accessibility tools
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) officially unveiled its Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP), in a moving ceremony on Tuesday, August 1.
The Nunukul Yuggera Aboriginal Dance Company performed a Welcoming to Country, smoking ceremony and a traditional performance to commemorate the milestone occasion.
The ceremony featured original artwork by local Indigenous artist Dylan Sarra, symbolising the NHVR’s connection with country and First Nations peoples through the organisation’s four strategic pillars: safety, productivity, sustainability, and regulatory capability.
NHVR CEO Sal Petroccitto OAM said the regulator was proud to launch a framework that will further inclusivity and contribute to national reconciliation.
“This plan will allow our organisation to explore and deepen our connection to First Nations communities, through a range of initiatives and deliverables,” Mr Petroccitto said.
“The framework will act as a powerful tool to increase awareness of Australia’s First Nations cultures, histories, knowledge, and leadership across our organisation.
“Our Board and Executive Leadership Team are committed to developing a workplace that reflects the diversity of our wider community through a safe and inclusive environment.”
At the NHVR, around 3% of employees identify as First Nations peoples, and the regulator currently supports approximately a dozen First Nations Councils and local government areas who operate as Road Managers.
These are just two of the many reasons why the NHVR is embarking on the journey of reconciliation, which commences now and into the future.
To learn more about the NHVR’S RAP, visit www.nhvr.gov.au/about-us/corporate-documents#reconciliation