The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has revealed the introduction of a new exemption notice for seatbelt buckle covers in heavy vehicles.
As part of the new National Heavy Vehicle Standards (Seatbelt
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NHVR reminds operators to inspect vehicles amid “alarming” defective truck rise
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has issued an urgent reminder for operators and drivers to ensure their heavy vehicles are roadworthy due to an alarming rise of defective vehicles detected
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New rules allow more grain and fodder to be transported to Victorian farmers
The Victorian government has responded to recent drought issues that are challenging members of the state’s livestock industry by relaxing weight limits on transporting grain and fodder.
Eligible operators
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NHVR urges truckies to prioritise GP check-ups in health push
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has called on all truck drivers to talk to their doctors and focus on their health and safety.
As part of Men’s Health Week 2025 that runs until June 15, the
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NHVR unveils rejigged load restraint guide outlining best practice
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has today revealed its rebranded and reformatted Load Restraint Guide (LRG) to enhance usability for operators.
The review of the guide is now commencing to
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NHVR issues load limit sign reminder to NSW drivers
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has warned truck drivers to remain compliant with road safety restriction signs after a period of non-compliance in Sydney’s west.
The regulator says the increase
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NHVR urges truckies to remain cautious and vigilant on Fatality Free Friday
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is asking all truck drivers on Australian roads to remain safe today as part of the regulator’s support for this year’s Fatality Free Friday.
The initiative
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NHVR launches new operation focusing on construction and waste industries
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has officially launched its latest national safety operation, with the month-long focus being on the construction and waste industries.
Operation Sapphire is
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Former NHVR CEO takes Toowoomba Regional Council top job
Ex-National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) CEO Sal Petroccitto OAM has been appointed today as the new CEO of Toowoomba Regional Council.
For more than a decade, Petroccitto was the head of the national
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NHVR reveals results of Eyre Highway operation
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has revealed the results of its latest heavy vehicle safety operation that ran along the Eyre Highway earlier this month.
From May 2 to 7, the NHVR conducted
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