What this notice does
The federal government has issued the Queensland Class 3 Heavy Vehicle Sugar Mass Management Scheme Exemption Notice 2026 (No.1), reference C2026G00506. The notice revokes and replaces the previous exemption notice, reference C2025G00387, which was registered on 6 August 2025.
Duration
The notice starts on 1 August 2026 and runs until 31 July 2031.
What the notice covers
The notice applies to Class 3 heavy vehicles operating under Queensland's Sugar Mass Management Scheme. The source does not specify the particular mass or loading conditions the exemption permits - only that it revokes and replaces the prior notice.
Administration
The notice is administered by the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts.
Key actions
- Operators of Class 3 heavy vehicles hauling sugar cane in Queensland are required to comply with the new notice (C2026G00506) from 1 August 2026 - the old notice (C2025G00387) is revoked.
- The full text of the new notice is available at https://www.legislation.gov.au/C2026G00506 to confirm the specific conditions and mass limits that apply.
- The Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications, Sport and the Arts can be contacted for clarification on how the new notice applies - the source does not provide a direct contact number or email.
This is a plain-English summary for information only, not legal or compliance advice. Always check the official source or consult a qualified professional.