Opportunity to fill the medical supply chain
Manufacturers are being called on to retool to help fill gaps in the global supply of medical equipment and hygiene products; redeploying spare capacity to save lives and jobs.
National Cabinet endorse JobKeeper Payments
National Cabinet strongly endorsed the Commonwealth’s JobKeeper package and urged its support through the Commonwealth Parliament to provide much needed financial support to the Australian economy.
Staying connected is more important than ever
Across Australia and the world people are facing an unprecedented situation as our health authorities and governments act to manage the spread of COVID-19 (coronavirus).
HVIA commends Parliament to support $130 billion JobKeeper Payment
Prime Minister Scott Morrison has announced a historic wage subsidy to help employers keep around 6 million workers in jobs.
More relief for business from your bank
Australia’s banks will extend the six month deferral of loans, building on the Australian Banking Association’s Small Business Relief Package, to 30,000 more businesses across the country.
More help for business on the way
Prime Minister Scott Morrison said last night that the Government would be "working through the night" to pull together the next economic supports to keep Australians in jobs.
National Cabinet takes advice on vulnerable people in the workplace
National Cabinet has endorsed advice on vulnerable people in the workplace from the Australian Health Protection Principal Committee (AHPPC).
Relief for small business from your bank
Australian banks have hardship teams ready to help to deal with the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic (and/or drought, bushfire or flood.)
Prime Minister’s strongest performance on saving lives and saving business
“Our goal is to start businesses and the economy again after this health crisis has ended,” the Prime Minister said.
Your actions will save lives
This animation from the Federal Government illustrates how we can reduce the spread of Coronavirus with simple decisions that affect the whole community.
TIC Ministers Agree – Supply Chains Are Key
Following last night’s Transport & Infrastructure Council (TIC) meeting, HVIA has praised TIC Ministers for listening to industry to understand the full breadth of the heavy vehicle industry.
Deputy PM on freight services during pandemic
Federal Transport Minster, the Hon Michael McCormack MP says the Government recognises and appreciates the heavy vehicle industry’s contribution and freight will continue across borders.