After lobbying by industry, Queensland Health yesterday issued a temporary testing concession for operators transporting perishable goods or livestock across the Queensland border.
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‘Our truck drivers deserve better than this’: Senator urges PM to intervene
Disturbed by reports of truckies’ health suffering as a result of the increasing Covid-testing demands, WA Senator Glenn Sterle has added his voice to the industry call to allow drivers the option of using self-testing kits.
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Truckie waved through as Gold Coast border check overwhelmed
Cracks in Queensland’s new hardline border controls are already beginning to show, says interstate truckie Richard Walker.
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QTA: Border Zone Entry X Pass approved
After campaigning for a common sense approach towards the use of the X Pass, the Queensland Trucking Association (QTA) says Queensland Health has approved its use from today.
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Spotlight on industry skills shortage at WA summit
The Transport Workers’ Union WA Branch will today present its submission to the WA Skills Summit as the WA Premier hosts industry leaders in Perth to discuss skills shortages.
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“Stay in your vehicle”: Truckies denied toilet access at delivery sites
With current Covid restrictions ramping up, many truckies are being refused access to toilets at delivery sites; and current processes are making it near impossible for some to adhere to fatigue management rules.
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Queensland protocol update: Port of Brisbane testing site opens
A dedicated QML freight and logistics Covid-19 testing site is now operational at Port of Brisbane.
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Smedley’s Engineers welcomes PBS specialist
Smedley’s Engineers has announced the appointment of PBS specialist Chris Nisbet, as the company expands its services to an increased number of truck and trailer builders and operators.
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Covid testing regime tightens for truckies at Queensland border
Truckies entering Queensland face tougher Covid-testing regimes under stricter new laws that come into effect from 1am Friday July 30.
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New bridge saves trucks from 46km detour
The new $2.1 million Tillegra Bridge over the Williams River has opened to traffic, allowing trucks – including B-doubles – to use the Dungog crossing, avoiding a 46-kilometre detour.
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