National Heavy Vehicle Regulator

02/09/2026

These truck shots deserve the spotlight! 🤩

📸 Featuring truck shots from Maxwell David, Michael Lyons, Nathan John, and Nicholas Long.

Keep the photos coming by sharing your favourite truck shot in the comments below. 👇

01/09/2026

🚧 Please be advised that night-time maintenance works are scheduled at the Heysen Tunnels in South Australia from 7 September to 25 September.

Works will be carried out between 7pm and 5am, with traffic restrictions and tunnel closures in place during these hours.

🚛 Heavy vehicles are reminded to use low gear when travelling on detour routes.

Please plan ahead, allow extra travel time and check traffic conditions before you travel.

01/09/2026

See what NHVR events are happening near you throughout September! 📅

To register an event, head to: www.nhvr.gov.au/news-events/events

01/09/2026

💡A reminder for accredited operators that existing Basic Fatigue Management (BFM) and Advanced Fatigue Management (AFM) accreditations remain valid until expiry, following changes to the HVNL on 1 August 2026.

Operators can continue under their current accreditation conditions until their accreditation expires, is cancelled or they transition to the new Heavy Vehicle Accreditation scheme.

Drivers must follow the requirements applying to their accreditation, including carrying their certificate, induction letter and work diary.

For more information, please visit 👉 https://www.nhvr.gov.au/safety-accreditation-compliance/national-heavy-vehicle-accreditation-scheme/nhvas-transition-to-hva-scheme

31/08/2026

31/08/2026

August, that’s a wrap! 📆

Over the month, we met with you to discuss the latest updates impacting the industry, including recent changes to the amended Heavy Vehicle National Law.

Thanks to everyone who joined us! To check out next month’s events, head to 👉
https://www.nhvr.gov.au/events

31/08/2026

If you need to stop, you can. Find out what ‘Unfit to Drive’ really means 👉

31/08/2026

What's hiding underneath 🔍

During a recent inspection, NHVR Safety and Compliance officers identified one of the worst kingpins defects they had seen!

Kingpins are a pivotal part of your truck's steering and suspension, allowing the front wheels to steer smoothly while supporting the vehicle's weight. As they wear, excessive movement can develop, leading to poor steering control, vehicle instability, steering vibration, uneven tyre wear, and reduced braking performance.

Regular inspections, proper maintenance, and addressing early issues help make sure your truck remains safe and compliant on the road.

👉 For info about steering and suspension, visit:
www.nhvr.gov.au/files/media/document/633/202412-0828-nhvim-section-4-steering-and-suspension.pdf

28/08/2026

Join us at the NHVR Wine Grape Transport Safety Forum in the Barossa Valley next month! 🍇🚜

👉 Register now: www.trybooking.com/au/event/1638808

28/08/2026

🚧 Please be advised, the self-check weigh at Pine Creek Heavy Vehicle Safety Station in NSW will close for public use from the start of September.

The site will still remain open and be manned by NHVR staff, however, heavy vehicle drivers won’t be able to do self-weighs outside those hours. The nearest 24-hour self-check weigh station is Halfway Creek Heavy Vehicle Safety Station, located on the Pacific Highway, 32 kilometres south of Grafton, New South Wales.

Please plan ahead, allow extra travel time, and obey road signs, including Variable Message Boards (electronic signs).

👉 For live updates, head to: https://www.livetraffic.com