Significant delays are expected in Melbourne’s CBD for the next two weeks, with the undertaking of tram track and overhead power upgrades on Victoria Street set to close one of the city’s major metropolitan
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Fair work protections come into effect for owner drivers
Owner drivers are now more protected than ever from unfair termination and unfair contract terms as the new Closing Loopholes Bill officially comes into effect today.
The Australian Trucking Association
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It’s time to ditch the docket book
Are you a tipper operator? If so, do these scenarios sound familiar?
A driver has lost their docket, so you won’t be paid for the loads.
You spend time hunting down dockets from your drivers or your
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Scania introduces newest generation gearbox
Scania has introduced the newest iteration of its G-series gearboxes to pair with its most powerful engine yet, the 16 litre 770hp V8 engine. It has been explicitly developed to fit the Aero 770, and can
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Daimler recognised for gender equality
Daimler Truck Australia Pacific has been recognised as an Employer of Choice for Gender Equality (EOCGE) for excellence in the field of diversity.
This is the sixth year in a row that Daimler Trucks has
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NHVR issues road safety and fatigue reminder
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has released a message ahead of Queensland Road Safety Week, and that is to remind all road users to ensure they are well-rested and safe to drive before hitting
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Hino recalls over 5000 trucks
A recall notice has been issued by Hino for 5,704 units of their 500 series in the year range 2018-2024.
Due to a manufacturing defect, the chassis wiring harness may come in contact with the engine side
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VTA welcomes North East Link freight opportunities
The Victorian Transport Association (VTA) has welcomed the commencement of tunnel boring on the North East Link, as it believes the major infrastructure project will provide opportunities for more efficient
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Telstra and Optus delays 3G closure
Optus and Telstra have announced a delay in the closure of their 3G networks later this year, with the networks now set to shut down on October 28 as opposed to the initially scheduled date of August 31.
The
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Stay aware of Warrego Highway works
Queensland truckies must prepare their journey for detours, as pavement repairs and resurfacing works on the westbound carriageway on the Warrego Highway. These will be undertaken in two sections between
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