World first in fatigue research
The NTC and the Cooperative Research Centre for Alertness, Safety and Productivity (Alertness CRC) today released the results of a world-first study into heavy vehicle driver fatigue.
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Latest media releases
Risk-based regulation marks start of comprehensive consultation on the Heavy Vehicle National Law
The National Transport Commission (NTC) today released an issues paper seeking feedback on the regulatory style and structure of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL).
NTC welcomes a new Chief Executive Officer
The National Transport Commission (NTC) today announced the appointment of Dr Gillian Miles as its new Chief Executive Officer (CEO) and Commissioner.
Australia makes gains on AV policy and legislation
The NTC today welcomed the KPMG 2019 Autonomous Vehicles Readiness Index that shows Australia is progressing well on automated vehicle (AV) policy and legislation.
HVNL review: New microsite, review approach and expert panel meeting
We have launched a new microsite dedicated to the HVNL review. It is your primary resource for updates on the review, information from the expert panel and providing feedback.
HVNL review: Terms of reference and expert panel announced
The Transport and Infrastructure Council has approved the terms of reference for the Heavy Vehicle National Law Review and appointed a panel of experts to guide the review.
NTC to investigate barriers to the safe use of innovative vehicles and motorised mobility devices
The National Transport Commission (NTC) is investigating the barriers in the Australian Road Rules that prevent the safe and legal use of innovative vehicles and motorised mobility devices.
NTC examining driver distraction and the Australian Road Rules
We are seeking feedback on the effectiveness of the Australian Road Rules relating to driver distraction.
NTC commissioner recognised as a leading executive
NTC Commissioner, Neil Scales OBE, was recently recognised as the Transport and Logistics Executive of the Year at the prestigous CEO Magazine 2018 Executive of the Year Awards.
Increased mass limits for three-axle buses
Transport ministers have approved a gross mass limit increase for three-axle buses from 20 tonnes to 22 tonnes.