Industry groups from across Australia are getting behind a petition to make Australian Standards more accessible. Read more
Popular NSW truck wash closing for saleyards upgrade
The truck wash at Gunnedah Saleyards will be closed from Tuesday, May 3, for the construction phase of the precinct upgrade. Read more
VTA calls for axing of jab mandates for transport workers
The Victorian Transport Association (VTA) is calling for the vaccination mandate for transport workers to be lifted, in line with other jurisdictions around Australia.
Finalists announced for National Trucking Industry Awards
The finalists for the National Trucking Industry Awards have been revealed, with winners to be announced at the ATA Foundation Sponsors Gala Dinner at the Trucking Australia conference on the Gold Coast on May 6.
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Report: Australia relies on imports for over 90 per cent of fuel consumption
A newly released research report paints a picture of the issues with Australia’s heavy reliance on imports for its fuel, labelling the situation a “national security problem”.
Load and width limit lifted at Emu Creek Bridge
The Department of Transport and Main Roads has advised that load and width restrictions at Emu Creek bridge on Toowoomba-Karara Road, Cambooya, have now been lifted.
Supply chains front and centre at Sydney forum
The national freight and supply chain event of 2022 is bringing together end-to-end supply chain expertise and global insights at the Australian Logistics Council (ALC) Forum 2022 in Sydney on May 25. Read more
Flinders Highway bridge to close for upgrades
An important bridge serving outback Queensland will be temporarily closed for resurfacing works next month.
Truckies asked to name Victoria’s worst roads in new campaign
Truckies are being asked to name the state’s worst roads in a new campaign to identify the most dangerous hazards that are risking lives on our roads every day. Read more
Hard closure of key freight bridge causes uproar
A bridge that acts as a key Murray River crossing will be closed for six weeks from late May for upgrades – but not everyone is happy about it.