There are less than two weeks to apply for round 10 of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s (NHVR) Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI).
The grants program aims to support industry-driven projects that provide tangible improvements to heavy vehicle safety and reduce the risk of road trauma.
NHVR Interim CEO Janelle van de Velde said, “Tragically, we saw far too many lives lost on Australian roads last year, so it’s crucial we continue funding innovative projects that increase compliance and deliver safety benefits for the heavy vehicle industry and wider community.
“Through previous rounds of the HVSI, we’ve been able to get crucial road safety programs off the ground, including a program that will equip 50 heavy vehicles with new, high quality Automated External Defibrillators and increase knowledge and confidence of truck drivers to provide bystander first aid.”
The Australian Government has committed $4.2 million in grants to Round 10 of the program, with any business or association involved in the heavy vehicle industry looking to address a safety gap or issue encouraged to apply.
Submissions will close at 5pm AEST 17 February 2025.
The application form and project guidelines, which detail eligibility and the submission process, are available here.