Yesterday, the Transport Workers’ Union (TWU) announced in Melbourne that new laws protecting the rights of owner drivers and gig workers had officially kicked in.
But what does it mean for Australia’s
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Industry responds to Western Sydney truck rest stop announcement
The industry has moved to welcome the news yesterday that Western Sydney will receive its first heavy vehicle rest stop.
Yesterday, the federal government revealed it would be building Western Sydney’s
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Drivers urged to stay safe during National Driver Fatigue Week
The New South Wales government has issued a reminder for truck drivers to manage themselves on the roads during National Driver Fatigue Week.
With the state recording a 47 per cent rise in people losing
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Western Sydney receives first truck rest stop
The federal and New South Wales governments have announced a new partnership that will see Western Sydney receive its first dedicated heavy vehicle rest area.
A six-hectare piece of land close to a key
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Queensland Police makes road safety plea after tragic start to 2025
The Queensland Police Service (QPS) is urging every road user, including heavy vehicle operators, to re-evaluate their driving behaviours after a disastrous start to the year for the state’s road toll.
So
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Preparing drivers and business for fatigue management compliance this holiday season
As the holiday season approaches, the transport industry faces increased pressures—longer hours, tighter deadlines and heightened risks on the roads. Fatigue management becomes more critical than ever
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NTC proposes HVNL penalty rate changes
The National Transport Commission (NTC) has released its plans to propose new penalty changes for numerous offences under the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL).
The proposed changes follows a review of
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New rest areas confirmed for NSW, WA and NT
Six new projects have been announced under the Heavy Vehicle Rest Area (HVRA) project, just days after confirmation the project’s Steering Committee of industry professionals had been extended to 2025
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NHVR releases new fatigue guidelines
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has released new guidelines to support industry uptake of emerging Fatigue and Distraction Detection Technologies (FDDT).
The new guidelines provide a starting
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NHVR releases five-day operation results
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has released the findings of a recent major operation, reminding heavy vehicle drivers to make fatigue management their top priority.
The five-day operation
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