A pipeline of skilled, smart tradies
29 September 21
A flexible system and a refreshing focus on industry gives HVIA hope that there will be a pipeline of highly educated and enthusiastic tradespeople for many years to come.
READ MOREElectromobility – a new set of skills challenges
22 September 21
Before the roll-out of zero emissions trucks can happen in earnest, there are a range of significant common challenges that will require a coordinated and strategic approach to resolve.
READ MOREFlashback: 2020 National Apprentice of the Year
18 August 21
HVIA’s National Apprentice of the Year Award (sponsored by Warby Tools) has been acknowledging outstanding apprentices for over 35 years.
READ MOREAn online Associate Degree in Engineering with zero course fees
2 August 21
A partnership between the Australian Government and UniSA gives small-to-medium enterprises (SMEs) the opportunity to enrol their employees into their 100% online Associate Degree in Engineering with zero course fees.
READ MOREExhibit for free at an upcoming Jobs Fair
30 June 21
As a business, attending a Jobs Fair is a great way to promote your available job opportunities directly to job seekers in your local area.
READ MOREYear in Review 2020/21
21 June 21
The 2020/21 year saw HVIA's largest membership growth to date, reflecting increased prominence, outcomes and value appreciated by the broader industry.
READ MOREInvitation to contribute to new automotive training in Australia
26 May 21
PwC's Skills for Australia and the Automotive IRCs are seeking input and feedback from industry experts on new vocational education and training for the Automotive Industry Retail, Service and Repair (AUR) Training Package.
READ MORESouthern Team flip the script in HVIA National Apprentice Challenge final
18 May 21
On the first day of competition Jack and Shaneet from the Eastern team took on Beau and Bekitemba from Western team.
READ MOREThe BTS Jobs Hub is an opportunity not to be missed
14 April 21
Almost daily, HVIA encounters anecdotes from our members of the difficulty in recruiting and retaining good employees. Our LinkedIn feed is filled with positions vacant and career opportunities in the industry.
READ MOREGovernment Backs Thousands of New Apprentice and Trainee Jobs
9 March 21
HVIA has welcomed the expansion of the Australian Government’s targeted wage subsidy program for apprentices and trainees, as part of the National Economic Recovery Plan.
READ MOREFunding for women’s leadership development available
10 February 21
Are you a woman working in the transport and logistics industry? Women & Leadership Australia is currently offering scholarships worth up to $5,000 to support participation in an online leadership development program.
READ MOREInspiring activations coming to the BTS21 Jobs Hub
3 February 21
It is full steam ahead with preparations for the 2021 Brisbane Truck Show and with each week more details are being revealed about exciting displays, events and activations taking place within and alongside the show.
READ MORE2020 HVIA National Award Winners
20 November 20
Winners of the 2020 HVIA National Awards were announced at a breakfast in Brisbane this morning and broadcast around the country.
READ MOREInnovation and commitment celebrated at HVIA National Awards Breakfast
20 November 20
HVIA today announced the winners of a suite of awards, for leadership and innovation, in the heavy vehicle sector.
READ MOREHeavy Vehicles 101 – the new induction course for new starters
30 October 20
HVIA’s online Learning Management System (LMS) is now live with a comprehensive new training package for entrants to the industry, staff in back-of-house or non-technical roles, and industry stakeholder organisations.
READ MORENational Apprentice Challenge – are you up for the challenge?
21 October 20
The call for apprentices from around the country is out now. The opportunity to compete in the National Apprentice Challenge, with selected teams taking on the best-of-the-best from all over the country, has been raised another notch.
READ MOREGovernment going halves on 100,000 new apprenticeship positions
5 October 20
The Morrison Government is backing trades to play a big role in Australia's economic recovery, offering a 50 per cent wage subsidy on new apprenticeships, effective immediately.
READ MORENew grants support participation in business events
11 September 20
HVIA is pleased to share with you the Australian Government’s announcement this morning of a $50 million injection into Australia's vital business events sector ahead of the 2021 Brisbane Truck Show.
READ MORE2019 National Apprentice of the Year
10 August 20
HVIA’s National Apprentice of the Year Award has been acknowledging outstanding apprentices for over 35 years.
READ MORENew JobTrainer, plus extensions to JobKeeper and loan guarantees
21 July 20
Significant announcements have been made to stimulus measures over the last few days including and extension and forthcoming changes to the JobKeeper scheme and to SME Loan guarantees, and the new JobTrainer scheme.
READ MOREJobKeeper extended but there’s a catch
20 July 20
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has announced the JobKeeper Payment will be extended by six months, offering businesses and their workers a continued lifeline.
READ MOREJobTrainer Skills Package
16 July 20
The Prime Minister has announced a $2 billion program to give hundreds of thousands of Australians access to new skills by retraining and upskilling them into sectors with job opportunities, as the economy recovers from COVID-19.
READ MOREAdd leadership and communication skills to your new trade
16 July 20
HVIA is one of four peak automotive industry bodies that have partnered to offer the Automotive Industry Ambassador Program for late stage apprentices and early trades people.
READ MOREReflections: Here’s to the year ahead
24 June 20
It is at times like these that we need to band together and be there for each other.
HVIA Chief Executive Todd Hacking has written to Members reflecting on 2019-20 and outlining HVIA's year ahead.
Year in Review 2019/20
23 June 20
The 2019/20 year has certainly presented circumstances and a business environment that no one could have predicted, nor would have wished for. That didn't stop HVIA and its members from rising to the challenges.
READ MOREGateway to Industry Work placements Employers Guide
26 May 20
The Gateway to Industry Schools program is addressing the skills shortage issue by investing and creating talent pipelines in high schools.
READ MORETAFE Queensland’s free isolearn micro-credentials
29 April 20
In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, TAFE Queensland, in conjunction with the Queensland Government, is offering a range of free education and training to support individuals, and small, medium and large businesses.
READ MOREKeeping apprentices in their apprenticeship
1 April 20
Community Solutions, Apprentices and Trainees, have five Heavy Commercial Vehicle Apprentices available for placement with a new host employer.
READ MOREAutomotive skills still vital to Australia’s economy
18 February 20
The skillsets of automotive industry workers set to be displaced by the departure of Holden are still highly sought after in Australia.
READ MOREBuchholz praises heavy vehicle ingenuity at HVIA Gala Awards
19 November 19
The heavy vehicle industry’s appetite for innovation was quenched at the 2019 HVIA Gala Awards Dinner held at South Brisbane’s Emporium Hotel on Friday night.
Assistant Minister for Road Safety and Freight Transport Scott Buchholz MP praised the quality nominations competing for HVIA’s suite of awards.
Report shows trade studies set students up for a fruitful career
14 August 19
HVIA says Grattan Institute report shows the vast majority of schools are currently a bit blinkered to the opportunities available through trades and other vocational study.
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