On the Road

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Navigating no-truck zones in Inner West Melbourne - What drivers need to know

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) in consultation with Department of Transport and Planning Victoria (DTP VIC) will be amending access for heavy vehicles due to the opening of the West Gate Tunnel in late 2025.

The West Gate Tunnel and freeway ramps will make it easier for trucks to access the Port of Melbourne. On the opening of tunnel, access will be prohibited on six specific roads within proposed no-truck zones:

Amendment to the National Class 2 Performance Based Standards (High Productivity) Authorisation Notice

The NHVR, in collaboration with Victoria's Department of Transport and Planning (DTP), has implemented a comprehensive reclassification of all Victorian networks under the National Class 2 Performance Based Standards (High Productivity) Authorisation Notice 2024 (No.1) (Notice).