HVIA Responds To NHVR Corporate Plan
On September 18 the NHVR released its 2025-28 corporate plan, which outlines how the regulator will deliver on its safety, productivity and sustainability objectives in the short and medium term.
HVIA Responds To PBS Brake Review
HVIA has called for amendments to the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s proposed changes to the requirements for the Performance Based Standards (PBS) Directional Stability Under Braking standard.
Load Restraint Guide Feedback Sought
In June, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator announced a comprehensive review of the load restraint guide for heavy vehicles. The window of opportunity for submitting a response is rapidly closing, with the consultation period ending COB Friday, September 12.
HVIA Calls For Expressions Of Interest In TSX26
HVIA is now seeking expressions of interest to present at the highly anticipated TruckShowX 2026 to be held on May 18-19 at Rydges Resort Hunter Valley.
HVIA Members Receive HVNL Update
Attendees at HVIA’s mid-year Member Forums received key updates on coming changes to the Heavy Vehicle National Law from Aaron De Rozario, Executive Leader of Regulatory Reform at the National Transport Commission.
NSW Test And Research Centre To Cater For HVs
Transport for New South Wales has updated HVIA on its plans to develop a Future Mobility Testing and Research Centre at Cudal, in regional New South Wales, confirming it will meet most of our requirements deemed necessary for it to accommodate heavy vehicles.
Webinar Unpacks Proposed Master Code Changes
A proposed update of the NHVR’s ‘Master Code’ represents a major restructure and expansion that could influence how safety and risk are managed across the supply chain.
Industry Leader Joins NHVR
HVIA congratulates Rachel Michaud, previously of Knorr-Bremse Australia, on her recent appointment to the role of Lead Engineer for the NHVR’s Performance Based Standards scheme, effective August 18.
More Time To Respond On Brake Standards
In late July, HVIA reported that the NHVR had released a draft of its updated PBS braking standard, and had opened a period of consultation with industry. The Directional Stability Under Braking (DSUB) standard draft specifies new requirements for brake...
Last Chance To Rego For VIC, NSW Forums
The second and final round of HVIA’s in-person Member Forums for 2025 kicked-off last week. Queensland opened the series with Harrison Hunkin, HVIA’s National Manager for Partnerships & Member Engagement hosting a diverse set of members at HVIA’s head office...
HVIA Celebrate Wins In VIC Freight Plan
The new Victorian Freight Plan puts trucking front and centre with several initiatives aimed at strengthening the sector, and offering decarbonisation opportunities for HVIA members and their customers.
HVIA Seek Member Feedback For Next VSCF
The Federal Department of Infrastructure will hold its second (and final) Vehicle Standards Consultative Forum (VSCF) meeting for the year in Melbourne next month. Since its inception in 2023, its purpose has been to provide a two-way dialog between the...