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Victorian Government CPV reforms: What drivers need to know

The Victorian Government has confirmed that additional Commercial Passenger Vehicle (CPV) reforms will commence from 1 March 2026, as part of its broader CPV Reform Package announced in April 2025.

Posted 17 February 2026 in CPV

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Boaters urged to put safety first for a happy Easter

Safe Transport Victoria is urging boaters to be prepared when heading out on the water these Easter school holidays: respect the water and make sure you and your boat are ready to go out.

Posted 1 April 2026 in Maritime

Hundreds of vehicles inspected over Grand Prix weekend

Safe Transport Victoria officers were busy during this year’s Labour Day weekend, with the safety regulator’s compliance and engagement teams combining for a united presence at the Australian Grand Prix and the Moomba Festival.

Posted 17 March 2026 in CPV

Bus Safety Week calls for respect, kindness and safer journeys

Safe Transport Victoria’s Bus Safety Week highlights the essential service that bus drivers perform while improving safety by encouraging passengers to play their part in making public transport safer.

Posted 16 March 2026 in Bus

Victorian Government CPV reforms: What drivers need to know

The Victorian Government has confirmed that additional Commercial Passenger Vehicle (CPV) reforms will commence from 1 March 2026, as part of its broader CPV Reform Package announced in April 2025.

Posted 17 February 2026 in CPV

QR codes in taxis and rideshare: new reforms rolling out

A new change is coming to Victoria’s Commercial Passenger Vehicle (CPV) industry thanks to the Victorian Government’s CPV industry reforms.

Posted 29 January 2026 in CPV

Drive with Heart program returns, supporting drivers to welcome assistance animals

Safe Transport Victoria is bringing back its Drive with Heart program, reminding taxi and rideshare drivers that accepting passengers with assistance animals isn’t optional – it’s the law, and a lifeline for those who rely on them.

Posted 5 December 2025 in CPV

Get ready: West Gate Tunnel opening soon

The M4 West Gate Tunnel is opening in December and will provide a vital alternative to the West Gate Bridge and quicker and safer journeys to and from the west.

Posted 27 November 2025 in CPV

Summer boating breakdowns spark safety warning

Safe Transport Victoria is urging boaters to do simple pre-season vessel checks, with most breakdowns due to a lack of basic maintenance — engine failure or simply running out of fuel.

Posted 31 October 2025 in Maritime

New rules for safer boating on Lake Nagambie and Goulburn River

New boating rules for Lake Nagambie and stretches of the Goulburn River at Nagambie will be in place from 1 November 2025, catering for a variety of recreational boating activities and improving boating safety ahead of the summer boating season.

Posted 30 October 2025 in Maritime

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