Austroads has published a roadmap to support the introduction of automated heavy vehicles into regional and remote areas of Australia and New Zealand.
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Tenders called for upgrades to Golden Hwy, NSW
Member for Upper Hunter Michael Johnsen announced that tenders have been invited to build new overtaking lanes at Ogilvies Hill and Winery Hill, as part of a $133 million package of works.
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Strategic traffic planning study for SA
The Australian Government has committed up to $1 million for strategic traffic planning study to address congestion, connectivity, freight efficiency and safety in and around Hahndorf, South Australia.
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Penola upgrade improves cross-border freight access
An upgrade of the full length of Tower Road and a 2.6-kilometre section of the Penola–Casterton Road, from the Tower Road junction to the South Australian/Victorian border is now complete.
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NHVR give EWDs get the green light
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator will accept applications for approval for Electronic Work Diaries (EWDs) from May 28, after releasing the final consultation report this week.
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Sod turned on $145M Armadale Road upgrade, WA
Construction has begun on the project in Perth’s south, which will upgrade 6.9 kilometres of Armadale Road to a dual carriageway in each direction.
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Updated load restraint guide now available
The National Transport Commission has released an updated load restraint guide, with a complementary guide for light vehicle operators.
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NHVR to fast-track safety management system tools
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator will fast-track safety tools and an education campaign to assist heavy vehicle operators with implementing safety management systems.
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New Standards bring flexible electronic work diaries a step closer
Heavy vehicle drivers will soon have the option to have work and rest hours recorded on an electronic device following the release of the Policy Framework and Standards for Electronic Work Diaries, according to the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator.
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NHVR, ALC welcome industry CoR responsiveness
The NHVR and the Australian Logistics Council have praised several Australian distribution and retail companies for their commitment to improving heavy vehicle safety ahead of new Chain of Responsibility laws next year.
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