David was a keen technical and policy contributor to both CVIAA and its Victorian chapter, CVIAV, for a number of years. His efforts to help improve the working and trading environment for businesses in this industry, both at a State and National level cannot be overstated and is greatly appreciated.  He will be sadly missed by those who worked with him. 

CVIAA and extend deep condolences to Faye and David's family. 

The Commercial Vehicle Industry Association of Australia welcomes Mr Clive Polley to the position of newly elected CVIAA President, and thanks outgoing President Mr Phill Hodges for his tireless advocacy on behalf of the CVIAA national membership.

The following submission is based on feedback provided by CVIAA members. It responds to the three key agenda points outlined in the draft strategy:

• create positive change in individual behaviours and culture to improve safety
• drive uptake of a modern, safer heavy vehicle fleet that reduces the likelihood and impact of
• crashes
• influence road network design to support safe heavy vehicle use.

CVIAA strongly supports a national approach to road transport and related road safety.