Access management

The NHVR coordinates a range of access applications from start to finish, liaising directly with road managers to manage applications and issue permits.

The NHVR coordinates a range of access applications from start to finish, liaising directly with industry and road managers to manage applications and issue permits. 

The National Operational Strategy and Policy Advisory Group has endorsed the return of all access permit delegations and processing back to the NHVR.

Access permit payment exemption available for all drought affected operations. NSW Class 3 Dimension Exemption Notice available for vehicles carrying hay.

The IAP uses satellite tracking and wireless communication technology to remotely monitor where, when, and how heavy vehicles are being operated on the road network.

The Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) Network Development Map is updated on a weekly basis and shows the state of the current road manager consultation being undertaken by the NHVR.

Gazette notices, permits, and in some cases other laws outside of the Heavy Vehicle National Law, sometimes require third parties and other entities to be contacted and/or consulted to provide permission for travel.

Third-party entities are sometimes required to provide approval, or to be consulted, if vehicle movement exceeds certain mass or dimension limits.

Frequently asked questions about access.