Media releases

NHVR reveals findings of national waste and construction safety operation

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) conducted more than 4,500 heavy vehicle inspections as part of Operation Sapphire, with faulty brakes emerging as the top safety concern during the month-long compliance initiative.

NHVR Chief Operations Officer Paul Salvati said Operation Sapphire ran from 19 May to 15 June and focused on key safety risks associated with heavy vehicles operating in the construction and demolition waste sectors.

NHVR Reinforces Permit Requirements for Victoria Emergency Drought Network Operations

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is reminding all heavy vehicle operators of the requirements necessary to utilise the Victoria Emergency Drought Network Pre-Approved Permit-Based Scheme, emphasising the critical need for all operators to hold a valid permit even for access to the pre-approved network.

Mums deserve flowers by the truck load this Mother’s Day

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) and Leader Specialised Freight are reminding road users to give heavy vehicles space as they transport precious and fragile goods in time for Mother’s Day.

Fresh cut flower sales are set to bloom this Mother’s Day, with every bunch sold contributing towards the $308 million dollar industry.

NHVR Chief Operations Officer Paul Salvati said trucks play a crucial role in delivering essential goods and services to our local shops and supermarkets.

Learn for a safe return: NHVR urges truck drivers to be cautious when travelling down steep descents following multiple freeway incidents

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is reminding heavy vehicle operators and drivers to inspect their brakes and follow steep descent warning signs following multiple heavy vehicle incidents on the South Eastern (SE) Freeway in South Australia.