You couldn’t wipe the grin from Max Parsons’ face as he put his gleaming new Kenworths through their paces at the local Swan Hill quarry in Victoria. Read more
Sweet as: Mercedes-Benz gets thumbs-up in cane fields
Australian demand for sugar is still strong despite the attempts of many a diet guru to make it public enemy number one. That’s a good thing for Australia, and especially Queensland, where many a worker earns a living in our country’s sweetest industry.
Story behind the picture: A husband and wife success
A wonderful pic popped-up on our Facebook page recently – a dramatic image instantly capturing the essence of Australia’s road transport industry.
Wodonga couple celebrate first year out on their own
It was a tough choice to leave a secure job after 12 years, but this hard-working Victorian livestock carrier is glad he took the plunge.
Critical first steps that can make or break a business
Far too many get caught up in the excitement of going into business for themselves that they miss some critical steps that can make or break a business. Whether you are planning on opening a fish ‘n’ chip shop, starting your own bank or buying your first truck, there are some basic principles you can follow in order to start and then continue to grow a successful business that will ensure you give your business the best chance to survive and prosper.
‘We’ve been treated like second-class citizens for too long’
Truckie Mike Williams, aka the Oz Trucker on Twitter, is well-known to Big Rigs readers as a regular feature columnist and popular host of the On the Road podcast. Below is an edited extract from his detailed submission to the Senate Inquiry into the importance of a viable, safe, sustainable and efficient road transport industry. Read more
Brothers honour Dad’s legacy by making a success of family business
“With COVID things have been busier than ever – I think that’s been reflected in transport generally.” A simple statement but one which has had resonance for Nick Plummer, who oversees his family’s transport business Plummer’s Freight, from its depot at Albury on the NSW-Victorian border.
Top Gun hauls iconic jet on epic final flight
“You’re not going to make it!” radioed the rear pilot to Brad Imber as he inched the iconic Mirage jet closer to the infamous ‘hole in the wall’ under the railway overpass.
Former truckie in spotlight at Horn v Tszyu showdown in Townsville
Retired owner-operator and veteran boxing trainer Dennis Clancy will be on the world stage when one of his fighters has a bout on the undercard of the much anticipated showdown between Jeff Horn and Tim Tszyu.
Popular Big Rigs columnist celebrates 50th anniversary in industry
In August 1970 I joined the Australian trucking industry.