After years of lobbying, the Livestock and Rural Transporters Association of Queensland (LRTAQ) is hopeful that road train restrictions may soon be eased.
For over a decade, drivers of type 2 road trains have had to break down their combinations in order to access the Emerald Saleyards – a process LRTAQ says is causing delays of up to three hours and disrupting local communities.
LRTAQ representatives met with Transport Minister Brent Mickelberg and Gregory MP Sean Dillon to discuss improvements.
“Enhanced access will improve safety, operational efficiency, and cost-effectiveness, while reducing heavy vehicle traffic and minimising cross-loading risks,” said LRTAQ.
Truck driver Ken Dillon from Clermont Livestock Transport also took Minister Mickelberg out in his truck to demonstrate accessing the Emerald Saleyards with a type 2 road train – see video below.
“We remain committed to continuing these important discussions to ensure safer, more efficient transport solutions for Queensland’s rural economy. Thank you to all those involved in working toward these essential improvements,” LRTAQ added.