Busting Common Myths On Gender Equality
Economist Dr Leonora Risse is still working harder than ever on data-based studies focusing on gender gaps in the workforce.
Applications Open For HVIA Scholarship
HVIA is pleased to announce we will be sponsoring another Trades Women Australia (TWA) scholarship for female apprentices.
Rubber Hits The Road For HV Facility
Construction is under way on the nation-leading Logic Innovation Precinct in Wodonga thanks to $24 million funding from the Federal Government.
Women & Leadership Scholarship Apps Closing
Women & Leadership Australia is offering partial scholarships to support women in the transport and logistics sector to access world-class leadership and workplace skills programs.
New Partnership Fuels Expertise, Drives Workforce
Several of Queensland’s major industry associations – including HVIA – have partnered with an independent school to launch a new Automotive Academy in response to key workforce challenges.
Call For Strategy To Support Shift To EVs
The successful adoption of electric and alternative energy vehicle infrastructure requires a coordinated and holistic workforce strategy that recognises the complex, multidisciplinary nature of the shift, according to HVIA.
Call For Auto To Be Classified As ‘Industry’
Automotive doesn’t appear as a standalone industry in Jobs and Skills Australia’s recently updated Industry and Occupation Profiles.
HVIA Grants Support HV Apprentices
HVIA grants have enabled Transport Women Australia to support female apprentices working in the heavy vehicle industry with life-changing scholarships to support them to be retained in their trade career.
WA’s Body Building Pre-Apprenticeship Takes Off
South Metropolitan TAFE has officially listed the Certificate II in Automotive Manufacturing Production – Bus, Truck and Trailer (Vehicle Body Building Pre-Apprenticeship) in its 2026 VET Delivered to Secondary Students course guide.
Priority Hiring Incentive Payment Extended
HVIA members are reminded that the Australian Government’s 2025 Priority List and Australian Apprentice Training Support and Priority Hiring Incentive Payment has been extended by six months until December 31, 2025.
HVIA Calls For Review Of Training Package
HVIA has called for a review of the Automotive Retail, Service and Repair Training Package which is central to shaping the future of the heavy vehicle industry workforce.
Financial Support For Apprentices
As the end of the financial year draws near, it’s important to spotlight a challenge many apprentices face—covering day-to-day living expenses, which can be tough while juggling work and training.