Queensland goes all out for trucking events
The Queensland Government has put its weight behind 2021 Australian Heavy Vehicle Industry Week and the events under its umbrella, all taking place in Brisbane in May.
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Townsville turns out in force to commemorate Anzac Day
A restored fire engine, a state of the art RAAF Aviation Fire and Rescue vehicle, Army trucks and a flashy yellow Isuzu light rig turned heads at Townsville Anzac Day celebrations.
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Truckie shortage in WA costs mining giant $120 million
Mineral Resources (MinRes) has felt the effect of Western Australia’s Covid-19 border closures during the March quarter as a shortage of haulage drivers meant tonnes of iron ore were left untouched.
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Driver Fatigue Awareness Day: Stay alert and arrive alive
Today, April 23, is Driver Fatigue Awareness Day, where we remember the lives lost to fatigue-related crashes.
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Paul Kahlert appointed new President of QTA
Experienced transport operator Paul Kahlert, General Manager of All Purpose Transport, has been appointed as the new President of the Queensland Trucking Association (QTA).
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Peak body asks operators to help with veterans’ fundraiser
The Queensland Trucking Association (QTA) is calling for volunteers to help the Wounded Heroes organisation raise much-needed funds.
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Toll sells Global Express division to private equity firm
Toll Group has entered into a formal agreement with private equity company Allegro Funds for the sale of its Global Express business.
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New rest area opens on the Peak Downs Highway
As part of current safety upgrades to the notoriously dangerous Peak Downs Highway, a new rest area – and lookout – has just opened up.
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Truck Push for Kids – World record attempt
Strongman Troy Conley-Magnusson will push a 12 tonne Freightliner Cascadia in an official Guinness World Record attempt that seeks to raise money for three very important kids’ charities.
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New cattle cross loader opens at Roma
A new cattle cross loader has been installed in Roma as part of an initiative that aims to help improve safety for livestock transport drivers and improve animal welfare.
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