Our reporting into sham contracting in the road transport industry has been cited in two parliamentary committee hearings as evidence that government agencies are finally working together to tackle the long-running issue.
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$5 million injection to accelerate electric freight rollout
Electric road freight operator New Energy Transport (NET) says it will have up to 20 electric prime movers on Australian roads by the end of 2026 after securing an initial $5 million funding boost to accelerate its expansion plans.
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Crackdown on risky rail crossing behaviour
Truck drivers travelling through the Northern Tablelands region of NSW are being warned to take extra care at rail level crossings as police ramp up enforcement at key sites.
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Volvo Group Australia recalls 1010 New Quon trucks
Volvo Group Australia (VGA) has recalled 1010 New Quons due to a rear axle lock washer issue.
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VTA unveils diesel discount offer for operators
The Victorian Transport Association (VTA) has announced a new fuel discount arrangement for members, offering savings on diesel, petrol and AdBlue as transport operators continue to grapple with rising operating costs.
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Trucking veteran remembered as ‘one of the good ones’
The Australian trucking community is mourning the loss of veteran NSW driver Barry McLeod, who passed away peacefully on May 20 at the age of 81.
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Mike Edmonds recognised with ATA’s top service award
Veteran transport industry advocate Mike Edmonds has been recognised for his decades-long contribution to the road freight sector with the Australian Trucking Association’s (ATA) Outstanding Contribution to the Australian Trucking Industry Award.
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Truckies warned after fatal mosquito virus case in WA
WA Health is urging anyone travelling through northern parts of the state, including truck drivers and other transport workers operating in remote areas, to take precautions against mosquito bites.
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$2.5 million training investment targets truck skills gap
Apprentices at TAFE NSW Wetherill Park are to benefit from a $2.5 million upgrade to the campus training facilities in support of the state’s growing freight and transport industries.
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Police allege drugs and weapons in truck
A Victorian truck driver has been charged after SA Police allegedly located weapons, drugs and a suspected speed limiter device during a heavy vehicle inspection at Tailem Bend this week.
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