Senator the Hon Anthony Chisholm

The Albanese Government is urging Australians to put road safety first as National Driver Fatigue Week 2026 gets underway from 21-27 February.

The Albanese Government and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) have announced $4.4 million in grants will be dedicated to industry led projects aimed at improving road safety for the heavy vehicle industry.

As we head into the holiday season, Australians are being reminded that road safety starts with all of us – every single trip, every single time. 

The Albanese Government is continuing to boost road safety for truck drivers and travellers across the country, with six new projects announced under the Heavy Vehicle Rest Area (HVRA) initiative.

The Albanese Government and National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) are continuing to improve safety for everyone on Australia’s roads by funding 12 crucial industry-led projects through Round 10 of the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI…

The Albanese Government is investing nearly $25 million in funding for upgrades at 42 remote airports through round 11 of the Remote Airstrip Upgrade Program.

The Albanese Labor Government has announced a review into the Tasmanian Freight Equalisation Scheme (TFES) is now underway, delivering on a 2025 election commitment.

The Australian Government’s Black Spots Program is improving pedestrian and driver safety in Central Queensland.

Kenmore can now do much more with its community centre, thanks to more than $1.7 million in upgrades opened today. 

The Hervey Bay Community Hub has officially reached its highest point, marking another major milestone in the construction of one of the most significant community projects ever undertaken on the Fraser Coast.

A major pain-point in the Cloncurry road network is resolved with the opening of the new Coppermine Creek Bridge, providing a safer passage about town for motorists and pedestrians alike.

The Albanese Government is investing in our truckies’ safety by funding another four essential projects through the Heavy Vehicle Rest Area (HVRA) initiative.