A major package of road safety improvements has been completed on a key freight route in South Australia’s south-east, delivering safer travel conditions for truck drivers, local communities, and tourists alike. The works form part of the $18.3 million Southern Ports Highway Project, aimed at improving safety and reliability along one of the region’s most […]
A major investment in transport industry training is set to strengthen Australia’s future heavy vehicle workforce, with $2.5 million committed to upgrading training facilities at TAFE NSW Wetherill Park. The funding aims to help address growing skills shortages across the freight and transport sector, while preparing apprentices for both today’s heavy vehicles and the emerging […]
A routine heavy vehicle compliance inspection in South Australia has resulted in multiple charges being laid against a Victorian truck driver after police allegedly discovered drugs, prohibited weapons, and a suspected speed limiter override device inside the vehicle. The incident serves as a reminder of the importance of compliance, professionalism, and safety within the transport […]
Truck drivers travelling through regional New South Wales now have more opportunities to find safe places to stop, with an additional 10 green reflector rest area sites opening along key freight routes in the Upper Hunter. The expansion is part of the NSW Government’s ongoing efforts to improve road safety, support fatigue management, and make […]
A major road upgrade in Western Sydney has received a significant funding boost, with the NSW Government committing an additional $190 million to improve one of the region’s busiest transport corridors. The investment will help accelerate upgrades to Windsor Road at Rouse Hill, a critical route used by more than 30,000 motorists every day and […]
A major stretch of the Mitchell Highway in New South Wales will soon see a lower speed limit as authorities respond to ongoing safety concerns along one of the state’s key regional freight corridors. From June 22, the speed limit between Dubbo and Wellington will be reduced from 110 km/h to 100 km/h across two […]
A statewide fuel monitoring blitz in South Australia has resulted in multiple service stations being fined, with authorities also publicly naming those found to be in breach of fuel pricing and availability rules. The crackdown highlights a growing focus on fuel price transparency, with regulators taking a firmer stance on retailers who fail to provide […]
Western Australia has expanded its FuelWatch program, bringing all fuel retailers — including regional sites — under mandatory price reporting rules. The move is designed to increase transparency across the fuel market and give drivers, including those in the transport industry, clearer visibility on pricing. What’s Changed? Previously, FuelWatch covered all metropolitan fuel stations but […]
A long-standing Northern Territory transport and logistics business has announced it will close its doors after almost 40 years of operation, marking the end of an era for a company deeply rooted in its community. Shorelands Pty Ltd, established in 1989, built a strong reputation across the Territory, growing from a construction business into a […]
A Western Australian transport company has been fined $550,000 after a serious load restraint failure contributed to a fatal incident on a regional highway. The case highlights the critical importance of proper load securing practices and the broader responsibilities across the supply chain when transporting heavy or complex equipment. What Happened The incident involved the […]