WELLINGTON ANZAC DAY DETOUR CLASS 2 HEAVY VEHICLE B-DOUBLE AUTHORISATION (NOTICE) 2014 (No. 1)
Purpose
- The purpose of this notice is to authorise the use of certain specified class 2 heavy vehicles that are B-doubles in stated areas or on stated routes and to state the conditions under which those vehicles may be used.
Note – The Heavy Vehicle National Law provides that B-doubles are class 2 heavy vehicles. This means that these heavy vehicles are restricted access vehicles and the operator of such a vehicle requires an authorisation from the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator before the vehicle may be used on a road. This instrument is an authorisation that declares the areas or routes on which B-doubles may be used, subject to certain conditions.
Authorising Provision
2. This notice is made under section 138 of the Heavy Vehicle National Law as in force in each participating jurisdiction (HVNL).
Title
3. This notice may be cited as the Wellington ANZAC Day Detour Class Heavy Vehicle B-double Authorisation (Notice) 2014 (No.1).
Commencement
4. This notice commences at midnight on 24 April 2014.
Expiry
5. This notice expires at midnight on 25 April 2014.
Definitions
6. Unless otherwise stated, words and expressions used in this notice have the same meanings as those defined in the HVNL.
Application
7. This notice applies to a 25 Metre B-double that complies with the following as in force on 9 February 2014—
(a) (Schedule 1 of the Road Transport (Mass, Loading and Access) Regulation 2005 (NSW); and
(b) Schedule 2 of the Road Transport (Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2007 (NSW).
Declaration
I, Melinda Bailey, delegate of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator authorise the use of B-doubles in the stated areas or routes subject to the conditions set out in this notice.
Dated: 17 April 2014
Melinda Bailey
Chief Financial Officer
National Heavy Vehicle Regulator
SCHEDULE 1
Stated areas or routes
The roads within Wellington Council, New South Wales listed below, from the stated Starting Point to the stated Finishing Point.
Road Name | Starting Point | Finishing Point |
Gisborne Street | Lee Street | Thornton Street |
Thornton Street | Gisborne Street | Maxwell Street |
Maxwell Street | Thornton Street | Arthur Street |
Overview
The Wellington ANZAC Day Detour Class 2 Heavy Vehicle B-double Authorisation (Notice) 2014 (No. 1) was enacted to address the need for temporary authorisation of B-doubles in specified areas within Wellington, New South Wales, during the ANZAC Day commemorations. The notice was made under section 138 of the Heavy Vehicle National Law, which allows for the temporary authorisation of B-doubles for specific events. This was necessary to manage the logistical challenges posed by the large gatherings and processions associated with ANZAC Day, ensuring that the heavy vehicles could be used safely and effectively. The notice was issued by Melinda Bailey, a delegate of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, and it came into effect on 24 April 2014, expiring at midnight on 25 April 2014. The primary objective was to facilitate the smooth operation of the ANZAC Day events by allowing B-doubles to be used on designated roads within Wellington Council, subject to the conditions outlined in the notice.
Scope and Application
This notice applies specifically to certain Class 2 heavy vehicles that are B-doubles, and its purpose is to grant authorisation for their use in specified areas or on designated routes during the Wellington ANZAC Day commemorations. This authorisation is granted under section 138 of the Heavy Vehicle National Law as in force in each participating jurisdiction. The notice, which is subject to conditions outlined within it, provides the necessary permissions for the operation of B-doubles in certain roads within Wellington Council, New South Wales, from the stated starting point to the finishing point, for the duration of ANZAC Day. The authorisation is effective from midnight on 24 April 2014 until midnight on 25 April 2014, and it applies to B-doubles that comply with the requirements of Schedule 1 of the Road Transport (Mass, Loading and Access) Regulation 2005 (NSW) and Schedule 2 of the Road Transport (Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2007 (NSW) as in force on 9 February 2014. This authorisation is issued by Melinda Bailey, a delegate of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, and is intended to facilitate the smooth operation of these vehicles during a specific and important event in the region.
Key Provisions
The Wellington ANZAC Day Detour Class 2 Heavy Vehicle B-double Authorisation (Notice) 2014 (No. 1) authorises the use of specified class 2 heavy vehicles that are B-doubles within Wellington Council, New South Wales, on particular routes and areas, subject to certain conditions (sections 6 and 7). The notice specifies the roads, from the stated starting points to the stated finishing points, where B-doubles are permitted. This authorisation is provided under section 138 of the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) as in force in each participating jurisdiction (section 2). The notice was made by Melinda Bailey, delegate of the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, and is effective from midnight on 24 April 2014 until midnight on 25 April 2014 (sections 4 and 5).
The authorisation imposes specific conditions on the use of B-doubles within the stated areas or routes. The vehicles must comply with the requirements as outlined in Schedule 1 of the Road Transport (Mass, Loading and Access) Regulation 2005 (NSW) and Schedule 2 of the Road Transport (Vehicle Registration) Regulation 2007 (NSW) (section 7). These conditions ensure that the vehicles are used in a manner that adheres to safety and regulatory standards.
Failure to comply with the conditions set out in this notice may result in various consequences. Under the HVNL, breaches of authorisations related to the use of heavy vehicles can lead to offences and penalties. The exact penalties are not detailed in the notice, but typically include fines and potential prohibitions on future authorisations. The severity of the penalties depends on the nature and extent of the breach.
In summary, the Wellington ANZAC Day Detour Class 2 Heavy Vehicle B-double Authorisation (Notice) 2014 (No. 1) outlines the specific conditions under which B-doubles are allowed to operate within certain areas of Wellington, New South Wales. Compliance with these conditions is mandatory, and any non-compliance can result in penalties as stipulated under the HVNL. The notice is in effect for a single day, providing a temporary authorisation for the use of B-doubles during the specified event.