Call for action on NHVR PBS Portal issues answered
On the eve of the round of HVIA State Committee meetings this month, members raised concerns regarding a recent and unannounced change to the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s PBS Portal.
RVSA Compliance and Enforcement Strategy
The Vehicle Safety Operations Branch of the Department of Infrastructure has released the Road Vehicle Standards Act (RVSA) Compliance and Enforcement Strategy 2023-26.
Key points from HVIA’s mid-year State Committee meetings
The HVIA team has reported an excellent and productive mid-year round of State Committee meetings held in WA, QLD, NSW, and VIC this month.
HVIA unveils Road Boss, the new industry magazine
HVIA has launched a new cross-media platform that offers members ongoing reach to the Brisbane Truck Show's highly engaged audience of industry decision-makers.
Celebrating leadership, talent and innovation
Nominations for the 2023 HVIA National Awards are now open - an opportunity to for members to celebrate the achievements of their organisations and the individuals who inspire their success.
Are you getting the most from HVIA Employer Assist?
Over the last twelve months, many HVIA Members have made good use of our HR service, Employer Assist. But do your team know the service is available to them?
RVSA transition complete – where to next?
We are now into the new financial year and the transition process from the Motor Vehicle Standards Act to the Road Vehicle Standards Act (RVSA) is now complete; all vehicles entering the Australian Market must comply with the RVSA rules from now on.
Changing of the guard: ATA, ALRTA & NTC
HVIA has welcomed the arrival of new Australian Trucking Association Chief Executive Mathew Munro this week, along with new CEO appointments for ALRTA and the NTC.
Importance of Employment Contracts
Employment contracts are essential to any business and employers should use them as a tool to protect the interests of the business and to effectively manage staff.
HVIA welcomes the simplification of ROVER applications
The Department of Infrastructure has advised that it will remove the need for applicants to attach an extract or complete copy of UN approval documents to their applications.
Updated mechanical couplings standards for 2023
Standards Australia has published updated versions of mechanical couplings standards (AS/NZS 4968) for 2023.
No slowing down
HVIA Chief Executive Todd Hacking has written to members reflecting on 2022-23 and outlining HVIA’s plans for the year ahead.