WA haul truck tyre blowout a cautionary tale
An ongoing investigation has revealed the cause of a haul truck tyre blowout in the workshop of a…
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Prime mover receives major defect notice for string of issues
The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has shared images of a prime mover that was presented for its…
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EPA warns against using black stretch wrap on DG pallets
The NSW Environment Protection Authority (EPA) has issued a warning to the road freight industry over the use…
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Truckies urged to help instead of pressing record button
Sunshine Coast truckie Niell Graham says the industry needs to take a hard look at itself, with too…
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Lightning hazards spark preparedness conversations
Developments following a recent court hearing in Queensland have reinforced the importance of proactive safety measures when preventing…
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Truckies should not fear new fit to drive duty, says NHVR boss
Truckies should not be concerned about the new fit to drive duty in the Heavy Vehicle National Law…
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Transport company directors are now squarely in the firing line
Directors in the transport sector can no longer assume that compliance is something handled “down the chain”. When…
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Mine truck blaze reignites regulator’s safety stance
An underground truck blaze in a metalliferous mine has reinforced the NSW Resources Regulator’s hard line on mobile…
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Truckie’s mental health stop on the Strzelecki Track gains momentum
The site has been growing since it was started in 2021. Inset: Truck driver Shane Whenan with his…
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Truck driver to repay over $114,000 for compensation fraud
The truck driver began working as a painter in May 2021 and received compensation payments until they were…
