NSW Govt Release Freight Policy Reform Report
The NSW Government has released its report on Delivering freight policy reform in New South Wales. This is the final report of the Freight Policy Advisory Panel set up in 2024 by the NSW Minister of Transport to review the state’s freight policy.
Hydrogen Refuelling Station Launched
Viva Energy has launched its Australia-first renewable hydrogen refuelling station at the company’s energy hub in Geelong.
NTI Appoints Janelle Greene As CEO
Australia’s leading transport and logistics specialist insurance provider, NTI Limited, has appointed Janelle Greene as CEO, effective July 1, 2025.
NHVR Reviews Load Restraint Guide
The NHVR has rebranded and reformatted the Load Restraint Guide to enhance usability, with a review of the guide now commencing to ensure it continues to meet the needs of industry.
HVIA Responds To Productivity Review
HVIA recently provided feedback to the Productivity Commission’s consultation on priority reform areas.
FWC Announce 3.5% Minimum Wage Rise
The Fair Work Commission has announced a 3.5 per cent increase to the National Minimum Wage and award minimum wage rates as part of the 2024-2025 Annual Wage Review.
HVIA Welcome Return Of Ministers, Shadows
HVIA has welcomed the return of key Ministers and Shadow Ministers to their respective portfolios following the recent Federal Election.
HVNL Review Set To Boost Productivity
The HVNL review is set to deliver its first major productivity improvement in the new year, as work quietly progresses behind the scenes on the necessary policy and regulatory frameworks needed to support it.
Consultation Open On Productivity Reforms
The Productivity Commission has launched a national consultation process to gather feedback on priority reform areas identified under its ‘Five Pillars of Productivity’.
Dept Releases New RVSA Report
The Department of Infrastructure has released the third report on its performance in relation to the Road Vehicle Standards Act.
First Solar Powered E-Axle Trailer Trialled
A partnership between QTRS, an Australian supplier of transport refrigeration equipment and services, and SolarEdge e-Mobility, a European provider of e-motors, e-axles and related decarbonisation technologies, has resulted in Australia’s first solar-powered e-axle trailer being trialled on Australian roads.
Taskforce Sets Path For Livestock Transport
Meat & Livestock Australia has formed a Transport Sustainability Taskforce with red meat supply chain representatives to measure animal movement and animal welfare metrics for the livestock road transport industry.