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Publications

Road vehicle identification marking under the RVS laws—Overview

The Road Vehicle Standards legislation includes requirements for identification markings that provide multiple levels of vehicle identification and a visible way to identify a road vehicle.

Using other approvals to support a vehicle type approval application

Applicants for a vehicle type approval can show compliance with a national road vehicle standard using a component type approval or UN ECE approval for the component or vehicle even if the approval was not issued to them.

Guidance note—The effect of significant modifications on older vehicles

This guidance note clarifies when the department considers a road vehicle has a relevant build date at least 25 years before the date of application and satisfies the eligibility criteria for a concessional RAV entry approval under the Road Vehicle Standards Rules 2019.

Guidance note - When are road vehicles on the RAV considered to be provided to consumers for the first time?

This guidance note sets out the department’s compliance and enforcement position relating to road vehicle modifications, as requested by a consumer during the sale of a type-approved vehicle by an original equipment manufacturer (OEM) or dealership.

Funding of telecommunications consumer representation grants—Annual Report 2021–22

Section 593 of the Telecommunications Act 1997 (Telco Act) provides for the Minister for Communications to make grants of financial assistance to:

Guide to component type approvals

This guide describes what component type approvals are and who can apply for them. It includes information on how to apply, the eligibility criteria, assessment process and time frame for deciding an application.

Norfolk Island Pest and Disease Survey—bee survey results

Conserving and protecting Norfolk Island's rich biodiversity is a key priority for the Australian Government, with targeted Pest and Disease Surveys supporting not only the ongoing management of serious pests and diseases on the Island, but also helping meet Norfolk's food security objectives.

Independent Review of Domestic Commercial Vessel Safety Legislation and Costs and Charging Arrangements—Phase 2 Consultation Aid

The Review is to consider whether Australia’s legal framework for the safety of domestic commercial vessels (DCVs) is fit for purpose, whether the framework is being delivered efficiently and effectively, and options for future funding arrangements for the National System.