The majority of drivers Spy speaks to criticise the number of rest areas around Australia with adequate facilities.
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Aldi can help set new industry benchmark, says union
Earlier this month, hundreds of transport workers, their supporters, and Transport Workers Union (TWU) members marched on Aldi in Perth.
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Someone needs the guts to speak out about this
I am writing with my full support of Nicholas Hales’ letter to you that was published in your last issue [cover date, May 10].
I have forwarded an email to you that I sent to an industry representative in August last year [see edited extract below] voicing my concerns with safety issues running east-west interstate.
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A beacon of hope to fix congestion in Melbourne’s north-eastern corridor
As the backbone of Victoria’s and the nation’s economy, the transport industry plays a pivotal role in facilitating trade, connecting communities, and driving economic growth.
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By working together we can make our roads safer
On Sunday, May 12, we marked the end of the 11th year of National Road Safety Week.
This year, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) partnered with Safer Australian Roads and Highways (SARAH) to remind drivers to prioritise safety behind the wheel.
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Tributes flow for former VTA president Trevor Martyn
It is with much sadness that the Victorian Transport Association (VTA) acknowledges the passing of past president Trevor Martyn, OAM.
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It’s causing good drivers to leave and it’s a disgrace
If you’re reading this (and you’re in the industry), then you’ve probably heard about the “truck driver shortage” that’s currently plaguing the industry.
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Fuel costs gobble up truckies’ tax cuts
A majority of truckies Spy has spoken to welcome the federal government tax cuts from the start of the new financial year on July 1.
But they have reservations about how they will improve personal weekly finances.
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Road safety is a two-way street
Fatigue management: Training and education
In the third part of the expert series from Hubfleet, NHVR-approved auditor Glyn Castanelli explains why fatigue management is a shared responsibility.
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