Is it really the right time to lower the heat on Australia’s hot economy?
There is no doubt that inflation is stinging, and the Government and our financial regulators need every available control at their disposal to have any chance of taking pressure off, but is this week's base interest rate rise the right lever to pull?
Federal Election 2022: Realistic policies that will really lower emissions
HVIA has called for the next Government to respond and act in four major policy areas: safety, manufacturing and productivity, skills & jobs, and sustainability: energy security and the environment
ACCC allows AdBlue collaboration to continue
The ACCC has extended its special authorisation for AdBlue manufacturers collaboration with industry participants to obtain supply of refined urea and prioritise distribution of refined urea and AdBlue should shortages emerge.
Expedition Truck to be raffled for MND research
To celebrate borders being open and a sense of adventure, the latest vehicle to be raffled off for Motor Neurone Disease research is in fact two – a truck and a motorhome.
Written contract key to determining if a worker is an employee or a contractor
In ZG Operations v Jamsek [2022] HCA 2 (Jamsek), the High Court held that where parties have comprehensively committed the terms of their relationship to a valid written contract...
This is no time for personality politics
Next month’s Federal election is being fiercely contested in marginal seats around the country. Though even the most traditionally secure seats cannot be taken for granted. Every vote will make a difference to the outcome.
EOI for Queensland Apprentice trials
Queensland based HVIA members are invited to consider trialling an apprenticeship candidate free of charge who is work ready through the Pre-Apprenticeship Program.
You can help unlock access to Australian Standards
Industry groups from across Australia are getting behind a petition to make to Australian Standards more accessible.
Reversing Technologies Consultation RIS
A consultation Regulation Impact Statement (RIS) examining the case for introducing a new mandatory standard for the installation of reversing technologies to new vehicles has been released.
Have your say in HVIA’s 2022 Federal Election campaign
The 2022 Federal election presents an unprecedented opportunity for the priorities of the heavy vehicle industry to make front-page news.
RVS transition period extended
The Road Vehicle Standards (RVS) transitional period has been extended by 12 months until 30 June 2023, the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Communications has advised.
HVIA-LITE looking at industry EV training needs
In the early stages of the rollout of electric heavy vehicles in Australia, truck manufacturers have been working closely with specific local companies on the fitment of aftermarket bodies, tail lifts and other equipment, however it won’t be a niche market for long.