The Liberal and Nationals Government is taking further action to keep motorists safe on our roads with an investment of almost $5.5 million in 28 road safety projects through the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI). Under Round 6 of the HVSI, the Government is backing new education, research, training and technology initiatives that aim to…
The Australian heavy vehicle sector is driving out of the COVID-19 pandemic, with a strong economic recovery according to March sales figures from the Truck Industry Council. The sector, which includes heavy vehicle manufacturers, importers and major component suppliers is in overdrive, with a 36.5 per cent increase in sales over March 2021 compared…
Local councils and state and territory governments are encouraged to apply for funding available under Round 5 of the Bridges Renewal Program (BRP) and Round 7 of the Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program (HVSPP). Assistant Minister for Road Safety and Freight Transport Scott Buchholz said the funding would help deliver safer bridges and better…