Overview
A new national exemption notice covering Class 1 agricultural vehicles and combinations - oversized and overweight farm machinery - has been registered on the Federal Register of Legislation on 27 July 2026. The notice is titled the National Class 1 Agricultural Vehicle and Combination Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice 2026 (No.1) and is available at https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2026G00488.
Key Dates
- Registered: 27 July 2026
- Commences: 14 August 2026
- Expires: 30 April 2029
What This Notice Replaces
This notice replaces the previous notice registered on 22 April 2024 (reference C2024G00247). The source does not specify what changes have been made from the previous notice to this one.
Administration
The notice is administered by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts.
Key Actions
- Check the full text of the new notice at https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2026G00488 before 14 August 2026 when it takes effect.
- Compare the new notice against the previous notice (C2024G00247) to identify any changes to mass or dimension limits that apply to relevant vehicles or loads.
- Update any internal compliance procedures or driver documentation to reflect the new notice before its 14 August 2026 commencement date.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.