After so much uncertainty over the last couple of years, it’s encouraging to see that more truck shows are resurfacing from their Covid-enforced hiatus.
#PicOfTheDay – Jeff Mercer
This A&L Transport Kenworth T409SAR carts a 110,000 litre diesel tank from to Adani’s Carmichael coal mine in central Queensland.
Covid-positive transport workers pressured to return, reveals survey
Transport workers dangerously exposed to Covid-19 with reports of workers asked to return while still Covid-positive, or symptomatic, close contacts told not to test before returning to work, and workplaces not cleaned after positive cases. Read more
National Agricultural Notice Operator’s Guide updates
The National Class 1 Agricultural Vehicle and Combination Mass and Dimension Exemption Notice Operator’s Guide has been updated, incorporating feedback from key industry stakeholders.
Upgrades to major Cairns intersections
Several intersections along major Cairns roads are being earmarked for safety upgrades as part of a $44.1 million program across Far North Queensland.
PACCAR announces 2022 Technician of the Year finalists
PACCAR Australia has announced the finalists for the 2022 Kenworth and DAF Technician of the Year award.
Teletrac Navman launches new telematics device
Teletrac Navman has launched the new VT102, a TCA Type-Approved telematics device powered by AI-enabled fleet management software to power high-level insights and data for transport operators.
3 ways to help ease pressure on supply chains
Australian Trucking Association chair David Smith, owner of D&S Smith Haulage in South Australia, has never seen Australia’s freight network under so much pressure. Read more
New Safety Management System videos released
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has launched a new series of videos aimed at supporting the industry to adopt, develop and implement a Safety Management System (SMS) in their business.
#PicOfTheDay – James Taylor
This Hampton Transport Kenworth C509 and road train set-up cruise down the Great Northern Highway in Cue, WA.