Victorian Stage 4 business and industry sector restrictions
The Victorian Government has recognised the heavy vehicle industry as an essential service and will be able to continue to operate, with a Covid safe plan in place and subject to reduction in on-site workers at any one time.
HVIA’s appeal to Vic Government to learn from NZ mistakes
In anticipation of the scenario where Stage 4 was implemented in Victoria, Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia made appeals to Premier Daniel Andrews to recognise the issues that a blanket shutdown had caused to new Zealand’s supply chain.
Victorian Stage 4 Restrictions
The restrictions imposed from 6pm last night and a declared State of Disaster by the Premier will impact all Victorians. HVIA first wrote to the Premier 18 days ago, warning that the New Zealand model was costly for our members.
SME loan guarantee scheme extended
The Government has announced an extension to the Coronavirus SME Guarantee Scheme which supports small and medium sized businesses (SMEs) to get access to the funding to adapt and innovate during the coronavirus crisis.
JobKeeper extended but there’s a catch
Treasurer Josh Frydenberg has announced the JobKeeper Payment will be extended by six months, offering businesses and their workers a continued lifeline.
JobTrainer Skills Package
The Prime Minister has announced a $2 billion program to give hundreds of thousands of Australians access to new skills by retraining and upskilling them into sectors with job opportunities, as the economy recovers from COVID-19.
COVID-19 – Essential guide to borders
NSW has temporarily shut its border with Victoria to contain the spread of COVID-19. If you’re travelling from Victoria to NSW, including carrying freight, you will need a COVID-19 NSW border declaration permit. Meanwhile all truck drivers entering South Australia must apply online to enter South Australia.
2020 HVIA National Awards – Nominations open
HVIA Chief Executive Todd Hacking said the 2020 HVIA National Awards is a great opportunity for members to recognise the dedication and commitment of their teams. Nominations close on 14 August 2020.
Reflections: Here’s to the year ahead
It is at times like these that we need to band together and be there for each other. HVIA Chief Executive Todd Hacking has written to Members reflecting on 2019-20 and outlining HVIA's year ahead.
Year in Review 2019/20
The 2019/20 year has certainly presented circumstances and a business environment that no one could have predicted, nor would have wished for. That didn't stop HVIA and its members from rising to the challenges.
Instant Asset Write Off extension is a win for industry
The extension of the $150,000 instant asset write off will enable trucking businesses to invest in new, safer equipment and support the industry’s suppliers, Australian Trucking Association CEO Ben Maguire and Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia CEO Todd Hacking said today.
New training and certification platform to help fast-track business back to the workplace
HVIA has welcomed Australian company Soul Safe™ as its exclusive Infection Prevention and Control (IPC) training and certification partner.