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Our roads are killing our drivers

Our government wants us to be more careful, to fill out endless paperwork, to create huge procedures all aimed at ‘zero road deaths’ without any repercussions or responsibilities for them. They seem to think that we cause all the suffering and trauma. But what about their responsibilities? Read More

Chet ClineJune 13, 2021, 11:08 amJune 10, 2021 0 4897

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New ramp standards are a big industry safety boost

Loading and unloading animals can be the most challenging part of the livestock handling task, and hazardous situations can place farmers, agriculture and transport workers at risk. Read More

Melissa WellerJune 11, 2021, 4:18 pmJune 8, 2021 0 5109

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Secrets to communicating with your boss at work

Communicating effectively with your boss is critical to your job satisfaction, performance and safety. Read More

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We’re part of the industry conversation at every level

Here’s a story for you to consider, the union working with drivers and winning a first time Enterprise Agreement. Read More

Richard OlsenJune 11, 2021, 8:22 amJune 8, 2021 0 1812

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Covid rollercoaster ride isn’t over yet for anyone

Just when we thought the carnival was over, the rollercoaster started all over again with a Covid-19 outbreak in Victoria. Allegedly the outbreak was caused by a person exiting hotel quarantine in South Australia while being Covid-positive. Read More

Jacquelene BrothertonJune 10, 2021, 4:16 pmJune 8, 2021 0 1214

Opinion

Chalk and cheese budgets

Last month was a tale of two budgets, with the Federal and Victorian state budgets released within days of each other. Yet, despite their proximity on the calendar, they were about as similar as chalk and cheese. Read More

Peter AndersonJune 10, 2021, 9:23 amJune 10, 2021 0 1831

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Extension of Victoria’s Stage 3 COVID restrictions

No doubt you are as disappointed as I am with the news that the lockdown in Victoria is to be extended by a further seven days until Thursday June 10, albeit with changes that will ease some of the restrictions in Melbourne and regional Victoria. Read More

Peter AndersonJune 3, 2021, 9:17 amJune 3, 2021 0 2220

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Industry campaign focuses on keeping our drivers safe

One of the most rewarding parts of my role as CEO of the NHVR is having the opportunity to drive initiatives that promote improved safety, productivity and efficiency outcomes for our industry and communities. Read More

Sal PetroccittoJune 1, 2021, 4:05 pmMay 31, 2021 0 3424

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Budget injects confidence into the transport sector

After a year punctuated by a pandemic, natural disasters, trade disputes, and a narrowly avoided long-term recession, the recently released Federal Budget contains investment measures that are necessary to sustain and boost confidence in the transport industry. Read More

Peter AndersonMay 31, 2021, 9:00 amMay 31, 2021 0 2073

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Getting serious about the transport industry

If you are telling me that you are serious about the safety of drivers, safe rates of pay and a safer, fairer industry, then you should be involved in fixing the industry you are involved with. Read More

Richard OlsenMay 28, 2021, 3:58 pmMay 27, 2021 0 2584

Opinion

Our roads are killing our drivers

New ramp standards are a big industry safety boost

Secrets to communicating with your boss at work

We’re part of the industry conversation at every level

Covid rollercoaster ride isn’t over yet for anyone

Chalk and cheese budgets

Extension of Victoria’s Stage 3 COVID restrictions

Industry campaign focuses on keeping our drivers safe

Budget injects confidence into the transport sector

Getting serious about the transport industry

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