Roads
With our population centres separated by vast distances, road transport infrastructure is critical to sustaining Australian communities, growing our strong economy and improving our international competitiveness.
The Australian Government through the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, contributes to the prosperity of the economy and the well being of all Australians by supporting continued improvement to our road transport infrastructure.
The Department advises the Government on transport reform and innovations to improve road transport efficiency, productivity safety and environmental performance. The Department also provides a diverse range of day-to-day services to the road transport sector and the community.
For detailed information on the work of the Department please use the following links:
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On 18 December 2008 the Department released a Consultation Regulatory Impact Statement that is investigating options for a single, national framework for heavy vehicle regulation.
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The Nation Building program is the Australian Government's policy for improved planning and accelerated development of Australia's land transport infrastructure.
Road Transport & Vehicles Legislation
Roads policy, planning and regulations including motor vehicle standards.
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Visit this page for information about the National Transport Commission (NTC) which reforms road transport regulation and operations.
Motor Vehicles, Trailers & Bicycles
Vehicle safety standards, importing a motor vehicle, vehicle design rules and certification and information on the Australian Bicycle Council.
Passengers, Freight & Bulk Goods
This page contains information about transport for people with disabilities and the Discrimination Act of 1992. It also includes links to information about freight logistics via the integrated logistics network and the Australian Logistics Council.
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Visit this page for information on standards development on vehicle emissions, noise and energy issues, including a link to the Green Vehicle Guide website.
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This section covers all aspects of vehicle safety.
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This section covers all aspects of vehicle regulation.
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See Surface Transport Security
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Links to Bureau of Infrastructure, Transport and Regional Economic (BITRE) statistics on roads and vehicles.
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This page contains the review of the F3 to M7 Corridor Selection.
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A listing of Departmental publications relating to roads, highways and freeways.