Kayla Walsh, Author at Big Rigs

News

Aussie Hay Runners help struggling farmers with 992 bales of hay

With south-west Victoria enduring its driest winter on record, Aussie Hay Runners are transporting 992 bales of donated hay to help struggling farmers in the Dreeite, Beeac and Colac areas. Read More

Kayla WalshJuly 22, 2024, 11:42 amJuly 22, 2024

News

TikTok truckie hopes to end ‘us vs them’ attitude towards NHVR

Truckie turned social media star Aaron Farquhar has said he wants to end the ‘us vs them’ mentality that many heavy vehicle drivers have towards the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator. Read More

Kayla WalshJuly 18, 2024, 7:29 amJuly 19, 2024

Features

Perth truckie’s urgent message about dangers of diabetes

A Perth truckie has said more needs to be done to alert drivers of the dangers of diabetes, and encourage them to change their lifestyles before it’s too late. Read More

Kayla WalshJuly 17, 2024, 7:16 amJuly 15, 2024

News

Highway heroes praised for helping family in distress

WA freight operator Campbell Transport has praised two of its drivers, who recently stopped to help a family that had run into trouble on the road. Read More

Kayla WalshJuly 16, 2024, 1:10 pmJuly 16, 2024

Features

The signs and symptoms of diabetes truck drivers should watch out for

Diabetes is a condition that affects many truckies – and you could be at risk without even knowing it. Read More

Kayla WalshJuly 15, 2024, 4:17 pmJuly 15, 2024

New South Wales, News, Road upgrades

Wet weather delays Cedar Party Creek Bridge replacement

Midcoast Council in NSW has issued an update on Cedar Party Creek Bridge in Wingham, which is in the process of being replaced. Read More

Kayla WalshJuly 15, 2024, 3:16 pmJuly 15, 2024

Features

Truckie opens up about daily struggle to manage diabetes

Two years ago, Jacques Morin was working a demanding job as an MC driver, travelling up to a thousand kilometres a day – when he started to notice some strange symptoms. Read More

Kayla WalshJuly 15, 2024, 1:13 pmJuly 15, 2024

Career News

Award-winning apprentice following family footsteps

An apprentice mechanic who recently brought home the gong for Progressive Excellence at the 2024 Automotive Industry Awards has been commended for his dedication and positive attitude. Read More

Kayla WalshJuly 15, 2024, 11:00 amJuly 15, 2024