Year in review 2022/23
In spite of a backdrop of ongoing supply chain issues, skills shortages, regulatory challenges, inflation and rising interest rates, Australia's heavy vehicle industry has powered ahead over the last year.
2023 updated pay guides
New minimum rates apply to the Vehicle Repair, Services and Retail Award 2020 (Vehicle Award) and the Clerks Private Sector Award 2020 (Clerks Award), effective from the first full pay period on or after 1 July 2023.
NHVR rejects call for VSB6 implementation delay
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator has rejected HVIA's calls for a delay to the implementation of updates to Vehicle Standards Bulletin 6 (VSB6), scheduled to commence on 1st July.
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.
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.
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.
Caltex joins HVIA as Principal Partner
Australian fuels and lubricants icon Caltex has joined Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia as a Principal Partner alongside NTI and Wurth. Caltex is a global brand owned by Chevron, one of the world’s leading integrated energy companies which has been present in Australia for more than 70 years.
HVIA pledge for National Road Safety Week 2023
Ahead of this week's Brisbane Truck Show, organiser HVIA has taken the Road Safety Pledge as part of National Road Safety Week 2023, which marks its 10th anniversary this week.