International Men’s Health Week
This week, right around the world, International Men's Health Week is putting a focus on men's physical and mental health and emotional well-being.
BTS 2023 unpacked – Truck Show Tech Tours
Over the course of the four days of the Brisbane Truck Show, Adam took several groups through some technical highlights of the show’s main hall. Here are some insights from the engine room.
HVIA offers further support for members impacted by the VSB6 changes
In April this year, the NHVR published updates to Vehicle Standards Bulletin 6 (VSB6) and announced a commencement date of 1st July 2023.
2022 – 2023 Annual Wage Review Decision Announced
The Fair Work Commission has announced a 5.75% increase to the national minimum wage and a 5.75% increase to award minimum wages following its 2022-2023 annual wage review.
HVIA warns against jumping the gun on trailer width
The NHVR’s discussion paper, released today, explores options for implementing the Safer Freight Vehicle (SFV) reforms, which are yet to be finalised at the Federal level.
Telematics seminars video
The "What’s New in Telematics" seminar presented by Transport Certification Australia (TCA) and HVIA at the Brisbane Truck Show is now available to watch online.
Warning – One Month to Go – MVSA end date in sight
The Department of Infrastructure has recently circulated the latest guidance material as the end of the transition from the Motor Vehicle Standards Act (MVSA) to the Road Vehicle Standards Act (RVSA) transition approached.
Invaluable BTS23 HHTS Partnership outcomes
HVIA partnered with Healthy Heads in Trucks and Sheds as the Official Charity Partner of the 2023 Brisbane Truck Show, and utilised every opportunity to promote positive messaging around mental health and well-being.
Reflections on the Brisbane Truck Show 2023
Government clearly needs to step up and ensure that there is a clear road map for how the energy and the energy infrastructure necessary to support the transport sector will be provided at a reasonable cost.
BTS23 opened with a wonderful who’s who
300 leaders of industry attended the BTS23 BP Official Opening Breakfast. The event featured an array of entertainment and inspiration that kicked the 2023 Brisbane Truck Show off to the very best of starts.
2023 HVIA National Apprentice Challenge results
The 2023 HVIA National Apprentice Challenge went down to the wire before the Queensland team of Lachlan Tate (Brown & Hurley) and Brayden Conaghan (Penske Australia) took out the title with a flawless fault-finding final.
New Award Shutdown Provisions in place
New shutdown provisions have taken effect in many awards this month, including the Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award, Manufacturing and Associated Industries and Occupations Award and Clerks – Private Sector Award.