This Work Program 2012-13 — 2014-15 gives effect to the Council of Australian Governments (COAG), Standing Council on Transport and Infrastructure (SCOTI) and Intergovernmental Agreement (IGA) reforms and implements NTC’s Strategic Plan. NTC remains committed to working closely with the Project Offices and new regulators to support the effective implementation of these important COAG reforms. Further improvements to national regulatory frameworks are also a priority for the Commission; and important issues identified by industry during consultation on national laws feature strongly in the forward work program. NTC continues to work in partnership with governments, industry and the community to put the reform “building blocks” in place for a productive, low carbon and safe transport system across all modes and users. Heavy vehicle charging frameworks, intelligent transport systems, rail freight, ports and supply chain reform are among the key themes identified. For the first time, the work program and projects are underpinned by a Program Logic; a leading practice methodology to support the delivery of reform outcomes, linked to national goals and objectives. NTC’s work program is very much centred on its core business of delivering the current reform priorities and ensuring implemented reforms are effective. (Author/publisher)
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