Fuel Security Update: May 1, 2026
HVIA attended the eighth Transport Industry Fuel Security Briefing hosted this week by Transport and Infrastructure Minister Catherine King, which heard all transport modes (road, rail, maritime and aviation) now had the benefit of oversight of supply well into June....
HVIA Membership Renewals Imminent
A heads-up for all HVIA member companies: 2025-26 membership renewals are coning out next week!
Govt Seek Input On Biz Disaster Assistance
The Queensland Government is undertaking disaster impact surveys to better understand what assistance businesses need after Tropical Cyclone Alfred.
Emergency Planning Declaration Extended
The Queensland Government has today extended the emergency planning declaration to support food, medicines and essential supplies getting into stores – plus boosted recovery assistance grants for primary producers, smaller business and not-for profits in the north.
Guide To Upcoming Public Holidays
As we near the end of the year, it is important to be aware of the upcoming public holidays and how they may impact your business and employees
Transport Will Likely Not Reach Net Zero Targets: CCA
The Climate Change Authority (CCA) has published the Sector Pathways Review which has found Australia’s transport sector will likely not reach net zero by 2050 targets
Climate-Related Financial Disclosures Now Mandatory
The Treasury Laws Amendment (Financial Market Infrastructure and Other Measures) Bill 2024 (the Bill) this week passed Parliament, making mandatory climate-related reporting law in Australia from January 1, 2025
HVIA Releases Heavy Vehicle Workshop Pit Safety Guide
HVIA has released its Workshops Service and Inspection Pits – Safety guide, the first release in its new ‘Best Practice Industry Guide’ series
HVIA Completes Successful Round of Member Forums
CEO Todd Hacking updated members on HVIA’s key activities in the latest round of Member Forums held across Australia throughout August, including the strong calibre of individuals putting up their hand to volunteer for the board following a call for nominations
Chief Advocacy Officer Meets With Key Decision Makers
Last week Adele Lausberg, HVIA’s Chief Advocacy Officer, was in Canberra to meet with decision makers from across the political spectrum
Plans For Homegrown Renewable Diesel, SAF Take-Off
Queensland is set to lead Australia’s production of renewable diesel and sustainable aviation fuel, with Wagner Sustainable Fuels securing early investment from Boeing and the Queensland Government to support the development of a renewable liquid fuels refinery in Brisbane
Lion Partner With DGA, Samsung On Hydrogen Project
ASX-listed Lion Energy has entered into a definitive joint development agreement with Mitsubishi Corporation subsidiary DGA Energy Solutions Australia and Samsung C&T Corporation to jointly develop its green hydrogen hub at Port of Brisbane