Port and freight strategies and publications
Shaping Melbourne's Freight Futures discussion paper - Summary of responses (June 2011)
Shaping Melbourne Freight Futures discussion paper - Summary of responses is a summary report which aims to capture and relate the key messages and themes coming out of the written submissions.
Freight Futures (December 2008)
Freight Futures is a long-term strategy to shape an efficient and sustainable freight network for Victoria that supports the prosperity and liveability of the State.
A report card on progress was released in August 2010.
Shaping Melbourne's Freight Futures (April 2010)
Shaping Melbourne's Freight Futures is a discussion paper for the development of a network of intermodal hubs for Melbourne
Port Futures (August 2009)
Ports Futures is a strategy to deliver an efficient, integrated and sustainable ports system that fits seamlessly into national transport and freight networks.
A report card on progress was released in August 2010.
Finding a Balance for Open Ocean Access - Safety, Boating and the Environment (October 2010)
The Open Ocean Access policy framework has been prepared to support proponents developing proposals for new or enhanced boat launching facilities that provide direct access to the open ocean.
A Workforce Strategy for Road Freight Drivers (July 2010)
A Workforce Strategy for Road Freight Drivers aims to support the freight and logistics industry with workforce planning and dealing with skills shortages.
Green Triangle Region Freight Action Plan (April 2009)
The Green Triangle Region Freight Action Plan sets out a package of road, rail and other freight priorities required to ensure the region is able to cope with massive growth in export trade.
Review of Ports Safety and Environment Management Plan Arrangements - Government response (October 2010)
The Victorian Government has prepared a response to the Review of SEMP Arrangements, which includes 12 actions responding to the issues identified in the review.
Next generation trial to keep freight moving (September 2009)
Guidelines for the trial of Next Generation High Productivity Freight Vehicle Trial in Victoria are available from the VicRoads website.