Here’s a look at some of the trucking events to add to your calendar in the coming months.
JULY
July 16-17
Roma, Queensland
The Livestock and Rural Transporters Association of Queensland (LRTAQ) will celebrate its 40th anniversary at this year’s annual conference event, returning to the location of the very first meeting in 1981 – Roma. The event will discuss the latest industry developments and the future of the industry.
AUGUST
QTA NQ Women in Transport & Logistics Breakfast
August 4
Townsville, Queensland
At this event at The Ville Resort & Casino, guests will hear from inspiring women who are thriving in their careers. It is open to both men and women and will be based upon the theme ‘Choose to challenge for change’.
August 7
Casino, NSW
From 10am the truck parade will roll through Johnston and Centre Streets in Casino. Registrations will be open from 6am and take place at the Casino industrial area on the town’s east side. Other highlights include live music, amusements and markets, and over $12,000 in cash and prizes. For further information, email info@casinotruckshow.com.au.
August 19-21
Gold Coast, Queensland
The NatRoad National Conference aims to provide an opportunity for freight operators to get together and reconnect after what has been a very difficult year. Event highlights will include the ‘NatRoad Parliament’ where attendees can debate pressing issues; and the NatRoad Awards which will be presented at the Gala Dinner.
National Road Transport Hall of Fame Reunion
August 23-29
Alice Springs, NT
The National Transport Historical Society and The Old Ghan Historical Society has announced the inaugural Festival of Transport, with new events to be held alongside the usual reunion activities, including introducing the newest members to the Rimula Wall of Fame.
August 23-29
National event
National Skills Week is dedicated to raising the status of practical and vocational learning. Over 500 events are set to take place across Australia.
SEPTEMBER
September 8-10
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
MEGATRANS is Australia’s leading industry freight and logistics trade exhibition and conference, showcasing multimodal transport solutions. For the first time, MEGATRANS will be held in conjunction with the specialised bulk handling expo, Australian Bulk Handling Expo 2021, with both events taking place side-by-side.
Australasian Road Safety Conference
September 28-30
Melbourne Convention and Exhibition Centre
The 2021 Australasian Road Safety Conference will combine in-person and online delivery to ensure people can be involved regardless travel restrictions that may be in place. It aims to align with road safety efforts across Australia, New Zealand and globally, and assist in building road safety capacity.
September 29 – October 1
Gold Coast, Queensland
The date is set for the Trucking Australia Conference, presented by the Australian Trucking Association, with further details and VIP conference packages to be released soon.
OCTOBER
Lights on the Hill Memorial Convoy
October 2-3
Gatton, Queensland
The memorial convoy gives drivers and their families an opportunity to get together with other truckies in a social environment whilst making the public aware that truckies are the backbone of the country.
TWAL Driving the Difference Conference
October 22 – 24, 2021
Hyatt Place, Melbourne
After being postponed due to the COVID situation in Victoria, the eighth Transport Women Australia Limited Conference has a new date. The event will be emceed by Melissa Strong of Lindsay Australia and will feature various speakers.
October 31
Sydney, NSW
Since the first Convoy for Kids Sydney in 1992, truckies have raised nearly $3 million for kids’ charities and hospitals in NSW. The upcoming convoy will start from Huntingwood and arrive at Hawkesbury Showground in Clarendon for a fun-filled family day with rides, entertainment, food and stalls.
NOVEMBER
Boyup Brook Ute and Truck Muster
November 20
Boyup Brook, WA
Held together with the Boyup Brook Country Music Festival, this event aims to celebrate Aussie vehicles with an impressive display.
November 21
Illawarra, NSW
The Illawarra Convoy and Family Fun Day is the largest truck and motorbike convoy in the Southern Hemisphere, raising much needed funds for various charities.
Brisbane Convoy for Kids and Truck Show
November 6
Redcliffe Showgrounds, Queensland
Raising money for Hummingbird House, the truck and bike convoy will run from Forest Lake to Redcliffe Showgrounds, where there will be a truck show, awards presentation and a spectacular fireworks display.
• Have you got an event you’d like included in the next Save the Date? Email all the details to editor@primecreative.com.au.