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HVSI celebrates NAIDOC week
When Aaron joined the Accelerating Ambitions project — funded by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s (NHVR) Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI), supported by the Australian Government — he wasn’t starting from scratch. A proud First Nations man from Palawa Country, Aaron was already known to GM Cartage and Contracting through previous subcontracted work, and both he and the team saw potential for a stronger partnership.
NHVR celebrates women behind the wheel this National Female Truckies Day
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is proud to support tomorrow’s National Female Truckies Day and recognise the critical role women play in Australia’s heavy vehicle industry.
NHVR reveals fatigue findings from major safety operation
Almost 3,000 heavy vehicles were intercepted during Operation Omega II, a week-long safety initiative undertaken by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) to combat the dangers of fatigue during Easter.
It’s ‘Take Your Dog To Work Day’ and the NHVR wants to know: is your ‘dog’ fit for the road?
What’s longer than a dachshund and heavier than a wolfhound…
Check your BRRRRakes: NHVR reminds operators to inspect their vehicles and ensure they’re fit for the road this winter
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is issuing an urgent reminder to operators and drivers to ensure their heavy vehicles are roadworthy, with an alarming number of vehicles found to be defective last year.
A new face: NHVR rebrands and updates the Load Restraint Guide
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has rebranded and reformatted the Load Restraint Guide (LRG) to enhance usability, with a review of the guide now commencing to ensure it continues to meet the needs of industry.
NHVR urges caution and vigilance this Fatality Free Friday
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is pledging its support for this year’s Fatality Free Friday – an initiative shining the spotlight on road safety with the aim of a day without a single fatality on Australian roads.
Operation Sapphire: Construction and waste industries the focus of the NHVR’s latest safety operation
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has launched a month-long national safety operation aimed at cleaning up unsafe driving practices within the waste and construction industries and improving road safety for all.
A new lens on safety: NHVR rolls out mobile cameras in New South Wales to keep trucks on track
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has officially deployed 10 Automatic Number Plate Recognition (ANPR) cameras across New South Wales (NSW), monitoring heavy vehicle safety on key freight corridors across the state.
Your life matters: NHVR reminds road users to prioritise safety behind the wheel this National Road Safety Week
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is urging all drivers to do their part and stay safe behind the wheel to help combat Australia’s concerning road toll.
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.
NHVR launches cross-border operation targeting heavy vehicle safety on the Eyre Highway
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is aiming to improve heavy vehicle safety on Australia’s longest stretch of road, by launching a critical operation running from Port Augusta in South Australia to the Western Australia border.
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.
Temporary variation for heavy vehicles in Queensland
Approved temporary route variation for Class 1 OSOM heavy vehicle combinations via Leichhardt Highway due to road works on Baffle Creek Bridge.
Alarming levels of heavy vehicle non-compliance at Melbourne Market triggers NHVR safety operation
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) will launch Operation Melbourne Market this month in a bid to drive down significant non-compliance, with loading, mass and mechanical breaches identified over the past two years.
Major milestone: NHVR celebrates one year since Queensland transition of heavy vehicle safety services
On 20 April 2024, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) assumed responsibility for heavy vehicle safety services in Queensland, marking the start of a significant transformation to regulation across the state.
NHVR releases two productivity tools to support road manager decisions on heavy vehicle access
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is committed to providing services and tools through NHVR Go to assist road managers in their roles.
Results of NHVR national bus operation ‘Operation Solstice’ revealed
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR)’s Safety and Compliance Officers (SCOs) intercepted more than 2,200 buses during Operation Solstice finding concerning results, including substantial fatigue offences and a speeding school bus.
NHVR warns against the risk of fatigue this Easter
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is imploring the entire heavy vehicle industry to take fatigue seriously and drive safely ahead of the 2025 Easter holidays.
NHVR announces appointment of new Chief Executive Officer
National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) Chairperson the Hon. Duncan Gay AM announces the appointment of Nicole Rosie as the new Chief Executive Officer (CEO).
NHVR Go: a new brand is coming to the NHVR Portal
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is gearing up for the future, with the rebrand of the NHVR Portal to ‘NHVR Go’ on 14 April 2025.