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Huge transformer to make its way through Victoria

A huge transformer, measuring approximately 65 metres long and 4.5 metres wide, will travel through Victoria this week – resulting in some temporary traffic …
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Queensland transport fleet grounded after more than 200 mechanical faults detected

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has secured a Supreme Court injunction that prevents a Queensland-based transport company and its …
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Ritchie Bros. sees record-breaking participation at national unreserved auction

Ritchie Bros., the world’s largest auctioneer of heavy equipment and trucks, recently concluded its first national unreserved auction of the …
News, Western Australia

Increased load limits for WA road trains delivering diesel to the regions

From today, 27.5m and 36.5m road trains will be permitted to transport up to 10 additional tonnes per load if …
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Regional diesel supply still a concern for truckies, despite reserve release

The federal government announced late last week that it is releasing 20 per cent more of Australia’s fuel reserves, but …

Features

Second generation operator names new Mack after his 93-year-old mother

Queensland based Colin Pattel, a second generation transport operator, has named his newest truck Myrtle, after his mum.

TMG delivers a new generation of trailers

In Australia’s trailer industry, confidence isn’t something you can manufacture quickly. It comes from years of technical discipline, consistent performance …

A walk in the park with KEITH Walking Floor

AAA Transport’s interstate waste and rubbish carting services have been notably strengthened by KEITH Walking Floor systems.

How lightweight wheels can help to boost your bottom line

Across Western Australia, mining companies are under growing pressure to reduce their carbon footprint. These companies run some of the …

Truckie Profiles

Over 20 years on the road and still lovin’ it

Aaron Osborne had pulled up at the Townsville Port Access Road breakdown pad when Big Rigs saw him last month.

Young truckie puts MC licence to good use behind wheel of K104

Based at Tamworth in NSW, 27-year-old truckie Maddy Ames drives a Kenworth K104 for Carey’s Freight Lines.

Childhood passion turns into full-time career for truck lover

Based in Bayswater, Jayden Perry has been driving trucks for around 13 years, turning what started as a childhood passion …

Keeping the wheels turning for Nansor

Steven Way, a driver running with Nansor, has been behind the wheel for about six years now. Like plenty of …

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