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
A Guide To Closing Loopholes Reforms Effective This Week
As part of the Closing Loopholes reforms, several employment law changes have come into effect from August 26, 2024 which introduce new rights and responsibilities for both employers and employees
Energy Efficiency Incentive Scheme Passes Parliament
New measures to support small businesses invest and grow recently passed the Australian Parliament, including extension of the of the $20,000 instant asset write-off and a new energy efficiency incentive scheme
Federal Govt Unveils $12m Boost To VET Workforce
The Federal Government has marked the start of National Skills Week 2024 by announcing a $12 million boost for skilled VET teachers and trainers
Telstra, Optus Announce Extension To 3G Closures
Telstra and Optus will extend the closure of their 3G networks and conduct a public safety awareness campaign so all Australians know what action they need to take
GLT Strikes Strategic Partnership With NTI
HVIA member GLT has struck a strategic partnership with NTI Insurance, joining Australia’s largest insurer of trucks and trailers’ Premium Repair Network
Women of EV’s Seeks Support to Power Growth
Women of Electric Vehicles Australia and New Zealand is seeking sponsors to help it grow, update its speakers guide, launch new programs and improve gender diversity by raising awareness, education and collecting data
Mobile Crane Industry Code Of Practice Gets Green Light
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator has registered the Mobile Crane Industry Code of Practice following extensive stakeholder consultation in a bid to assist industry with identifying potential hazards and reduce risk
Heavy Automotive Training Facility Opens In Mackay
Ten years on from the CQUniversity and CQ TAFE merger, training facilities in the Mackay region have been extended with the official opening of a new $7.5 million specialised heavy automotive training facility at the Ooralea campus
RAV Changes Reflect Safer, More Fuel Efficient Vehicles
The Department of Infrastructure is planning changes to the Register of Approved Vehicles to take account of the Safer Freight Vehicles initiative, the increasing numbers of low- and zero-emission vehicles on the market, and New Vehicle Efficiency Standards