| 3 July 2009 |
| COAG decision on national truck laws |
| The Australian Trucking Association has welcomed COAG’s decision to establish a single national heavy vehicle regulator, which is to be fully operational by 2013. |
| 23 June 2009 |
| ATA welcomes call for research into radio warnings at level crossings |
| The Australian Trucking Association has welcomed a recommendation by the House of Representative’s Standing Committee on Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government to further research the use of cut-in radio warning technologies at level crossings. |
| 16 June 2009 |
| Free demo of trucking industry software now available |
| TruckSafe and Tamari Software and Technology have today released a demonstration version of TruckSafe Manager, the complete business management and accreditation software solution for the trucking industry. |
| 12 June 2009 |
| ATA Chief Executive to address National Press Club |
| Since 1963, Prime Ministers, Leaders of the Opposition, dignitaries from overseas and industry leaders have clamoured to speak at the National Press Club and answer questions from the nation’s top journalists. For the first time ever, it’s the trucking industry’s turn. |
| 9 June 2009 |
| Trucking industry congratulates Alan Brown OAM |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has today congratulated (Leslie) Alan Brown on being awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the 2009 Queen’s Birthday Honours List. |
| 2 June 2009 |
| New South Wales truckers face access problems under new tracking system |
| A system to remotely track heavy vehicle movements in New South Wales is set to cause chaos for the state’s trucking industry, with concerns over access raised before the program even begins, according to the Australian Trucking Association (ATA). |
| 22 May 2009 |
| ATA welcomes national truck regulator decision, but more consultation is needed |
| Today, Australia’s transport ministers have agreed to recommend to COAG there should be a new national truck regulator by 2013. The regulator would be responsible for all heavy vehicles over 4.5 tonnes, with a commitment to improving safety and preserving local productivity initiatives. |
| 22 May 2009 |
| A new home for the Technical and Maintenance Conference in 2009 |
| The 2009 Technical and Maintenance Conference will have a ‘trucking village’ atmosphere in November, following the announcement the event will be held at the Silverwater Resort in San Remo, south east of Melbourne. |
| 22 May 2009 |
| TruckSafe to hold first annual members’ forum |
| The trucking industry’s leading business and risk management system, TruckSafe, will hold its first annual members’ forum at the Silverwater Resort near Phillip Island in November. |
| 14 May 2009 |
| Senate passes bonus tax break on new trucks and trailers |
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It has been a good day for Australian trucking companies and trucking equipment suppliers, because the Senate has passed the Government’s bonus tax deduction on new equipment like trucks and trailers. |
| 12 May 2009 |
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Budget delivers better roads for decades to come |
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Australia’s truck drivers and trucking operators will benefit from today’s Federal Budget for decades to come, the Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn, said this evening. |
| 8 May 2009 |
| More truck rest areas on the way for Queensland |
| The trucking industry has welcomed the Australian Government’s decision to fund seven new truck rest areas across the state. |
| 4 May 2009 |
| Senate should now pass the CPRS, despite the cost |
| Despite its cost to the economy, the Senate should pass the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (CPRS) now the Government has delayed its start date by a year to July 2011, the Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn said today. |
| 23 April 2009 |
| 2009 National Trucking Industry Awards winners announced |
| Australia’s top truck driver and leading industry figures were awarded for their commitment to the trucking industry at tonight’s National Trucking Industry Awards on the Gold Coast. |
| 23 April 2009 |
| Townsville truck driver takes out National Professional Driver of the Year award |
| Robert Machin, a driver for Townsville based trucking company, Hawkins Transport, has been named as the winner of the prestigious National Professional Driver of the Year Award for 2009. |
| 23 April 2009 |
| Mackay local takes out national trucking award |
| Mackay trucking operator and member of the Mackay Road Action Awareness Group, Carol Single, has been named as the winner of the prestigious National Trucking Industry Woman of the Year Award. The award is part of the 2009 National Trucking Industry Awards. |
| 23 April 2009 |
| Hunter organisation takes out national trucking award |
| Hunter-based transport organisation, the Newcastle and Hunter Region Road Transport Awareness Group, has been named as the 2009 winner of the National Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Australian Trucking Industry. |
| 23 April 2009 |
| Queensland freight company takes out Training Excellence Award |
| Brisbane based transport company, NQX Freight System, has been named as the winner of the trucking industry’s 2009 Training Excellence Award. |
| 23 April 2009 |
| Industry stalwart honoured at National Trucking Awards |
| Trucking industry legend, Ross McDonald, has been named as this year’s winner of the prestigious Don Watson Memorial Award. The award honours exceptional service to the Australian trucking industry. |
| 23 April 2009 |
| Truck drivers must be fit for duty after the weekend: new study |
| Australia’s leading truck insurer, NTI, has called for trucking operators to establish that their drivers are fit for duty, particularly after the weekend. |
| 22 April 2009 |
| Access Economics warns 'tough times not over yet' |
| Access Economics’ Chris Richardson has warned the tough economic climate is not over yet and has urged Australian businesses to brace for the worst economic climate since the 1930s. |
| 15 April 2009 |
| Trucking industry welcomes Northern Territory road funding |
| The trucking industry has welcomed the Australian Government’s decision to spend $16.5 million on major road and level crossing upgrades in the Northern Territory. |
| 9 April 2009 |
| Trucking industry welcomes Victorian level crossing funding |
| The trucking industry has welcomed the Australian Government’s decision to spend $30.3 million to upgrade 58 high-risk level crossings in Victoria. Work will begin immediately on the upgrades, with funding drawn from the Government’s Nation Building and Jobs Plan. |
| 8 April 2009 |
| Share the road safely this Easter |
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Australian Trucking Association Chairman, Trevor Martyn, has today called on truck drivers to set the standard for safe driving over the Easter long weekend. |
| 1 April 2009 |
| ATA Board elections |
| The General Manager of Bunker Freight Lines, Kathy Williams, was re-elected as the Secretary/Treasurer of the Australian Trucking Association at its Annual General Meeting today. |
| 1 April 2009 |
| ATA TO FOCUS ON THE ECONOMY AND JOBS IN 2009 |
| The Australian Trucking Association must continue arguing for policy measures to help support the economy, trucking operators and the jobs of the industry’s employees, the Chairman of the ATA, Trevor Martyn said today. |
| 27 March 2009 |
| Australian Trucking Convention to cover skills, workforce issues |
| The Federal Minister for Employment Participation, Brendan O’Connor, will set the scene for the workforce sessions at this year’s Australian Trucking Convention, with a keynote speech about the Government’s skills and workforce strategy. |
| 26 March 2009 |
| Trucking industry welcomes New South Wales level crossing funding |
| The trucking industry has welcomed the Australian Government’s decision to spend $42.7 million to upgrade 45 high-risk level crossings in New South Wales. Work will begin immediately on the upgrades, with funding drawn from the Government’s Nation Building and Jobs Plan. |
| 19 March 2009 |
| Finalists announced for 2009 National Trucking Industry Awards |
| The finalists for the 2009 National Trucking Industry Awards have been announced by the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) today, following a high standard of entries across all award categories. |
| 19 March 2009 |
| Berri truck drver named as finalist for National Professional Driver of the Year Award |
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Berri based truck driver for Fletcher’s Freighters Pty Ltd, Bruce McCleary, has been named as a finalist for this year’s National Trucking Industry Professional Driver of the Year Award. The award is presented annually as part of the Australian Trucking Convention and is an important part of the industry’s effort to promote the commitment and achievement of individuals and organisations within the industry. |
| 19 March 2009 |
| Ballarat truck drver named as finalist for National Professional Driver of the Year Award |
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Ballarat based truck driver for Victorian Truck Moves, Bill Taylor, has been named as a finalist for the National Trucking Industry Professional Driver of the Year Award. The award is presented annually as part of the Australian Trucking Convention and is an important part of the trucking industry’s effort to promote the commitment and achievement of individuals and organisations within the industry. |
| 19 March 2009 |
| Townsville truck drver named as finalist for National Professional Driver of the Year Award |
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Townsville based truck driver for Hawkins Road Transport, Robert Machin, has been named as a finalist for this year’s National Trucking Industry Professional Driver of the Year Award. The award is presented annually as part of the Australian Trucking Convention and is an important part of the industry’s effort to promote the commitment and achievement of individuals and organisations within the industry. |
| 19 March 2009 |
| Hunter based group named as finalists for National Trucking Industry Awards |
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The Hunter Valley based Newcastle and Hunter Region Road Transport Awareness Group has been named as a finalist for the National Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Australian Trucking Industry. The award is presented annually as part of the Australian Trucking Convention and is an important part of the trucking industry’s effort to promote the commitment and achievement of individuals and organisations within the industry. |
| 19 March 2009 |
| Walkerston local named as finalist for National Trucking Industry Awards |
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Walkerston trucking operator, Carol Single, has been named as a finalist in the 2009 National Trucking Industry Awards. Carol is a finalist for the prestigious National Trucking Industry Woman of the Year Award. With her husband Ian, she is also a member of the Mackay Road Accident Action Group (MRAAG), which is a finalist in the National Award for Outstanding Contribution to the Australian Trucking Industry. |
| 19 March 2009 |
| Yarragon local named as finalist for National Trucking Industry Awards |
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Yarragon local and founder of the Trans-Help Foundation, Dianne Carroll, has been named as a finalist for the National Trucking Industry Woman of the Year Award. The award is presented annually as part of the Australian Trucking Convention and is an important part of the trucking industry’s effort to promote the commitment and achievement of individuals and organisations within the industry. |
| 19 March 2009 |
| Summerholm local named as finalist for National Trucking Industry Awards |
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Summerholm local and Lights on the Hill Memorial Founder, Kathy White, has been named as a finalist for the National Trucking Industry Woman of the Year Award. The award is presented annually as part of the Australian Trucking Convention and form an important part of the trucking industry’s effort to promote the commitment and achievement of individuals and organisations within the industry. |
| 16 March 2009 |
| Trucking industry welcomes Queensland level crossing funding |
| The trucking industry has welcomed the Australian Government’s decision to spend $42.7 million to upgrade 66 high-risk level crossings in Queensland. The funding will be drawn from the Government’s Nation Building and Jobs Plan. |
| 12 March 2009 |
| Tied vote in ATA Council election |
| Well known industry advocate Rod Hannifey is the new Single Truck Owner Driver Representative on the ATA Council. Mr Hannifey won the election in the tightest possible contest against Frank Black. |
| 4 March 2009 |
| More truck rest areas on the way in South Australia |
| Australia’s peak trucking industry body, the Australian Trucking Association, has welcomed the Australian and South Australian governments’ decision to fund 13 truck rest areas between Adelaide and Port Augusta. |
| 11 February 2009 |
| New Accident Study Raises Questions about Truck Monitoring |
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The vast majority of fatigue-related truck accidents occur within the first five or six hours of a driver’s journey, according to a new study by Australia’s major truck insurer, National Transport Insurance.
The chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn, said the study raised important questions about the safety benefits of electronic heavy vehicle speed and fatigue monitoring. Australia’s transport ministers have decided to press ahead with electronic monitoring without holding a trial first. |
| 4 February 2009 |
| Trucking Industry Election: Nominate or Register to Vote Now |
| Time is running out for truck owner drivers and the operators of small trucking fleets to nominate or register to vote in the Australian Trucking Association’s 2009 election. |
| 3 February 2009 |
| Rudd Government Delivers Better, Safer Roads |
| The Australian Government’s $42 billion Nation Building and Jobs Plan will deliver better and safer roads, as well as an immediate boost to the economy. |
| 27 January 2009 |
| Trucking Industry Congratulates Ross Fraser OAM |
| The Australian Trucking Association has today congratulated Ross Fraser on being awarded the Medal of the Order of Australia in the Australia Day Honours List. |
| 23 January 2009 |
| Trucking Industry Calls for More Spending on Road Maintenance |
| The Australian Government should spend more on road maintenance as it works to boost the economy, rather than trying to bring forward more new road projects, the Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn, said today. |
| 12 January 2009 |
| Truck Owner Drivers and Small Fleet Operators to Have Their Say |
| Truck owner drivers and the operators of small trucking fleets will have their say over the coming weeks, as they go to the polls to elect two representatives on the General Council of the Australian Trucking Association, the peak body representing the trucking industry. |
| 23 December 2008 |
| A Critical Step Toward National Trucking Laws and Less Red Tape |
| The Australian Government has taken a critical step toward national trucking laws, which could boost the safety of the trucking industry, reduce freight costs and slash red tape for trucking companies. |
| 17 December 2008 |
| Have Your Say in the 2009 Owner-Driver and Small Fleet Election |
| Truck owner drivers and the operators of small trucking fleets will go to the polls in early 2009 to elect their two representatives on the General Council of the Australian Trucking Association, the peak body representing the trucking industry. |
| 17 December 2008 |
| Share the Road Safely this Christmas |
| Australian Trucking Association Chairman, Trevor Martyn, has today called on truck drivers to set the standard for safe driving over the Christmas holiday period. |
| 16 December 2008 |
| Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme White Paper |
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The Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme will enable Australia to meet its greenhouse gas targets at the least cost to businesses and the community, the Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn, said today. |
| 12 December 2008 |
| Trucking Industry Welcomes Nation Building Package |
| The Australian Trucking Association has welcomed the Government’s nation building package, which will bring forward $711 million in key road projects. |
| 12 December 2008 |
| Nominate an Industry Legend |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has today called for nominations for the 2009 National Trucking Industry Awards. The Awards ceremony will take place at the ATA Foundation Sponsors Gala Dinner, part of the 2009 Australian Trucking Convention to be held on the Gold Coast from 21-24 April. |
| 12 December 2008 |
| Register Early for ATC 09 and Win |
| Delegates who register for the 2009 Australian Trucking Convention before 19th December this year will be in the draw to win a fabulous Gold Coast holiday package. |
| 11 December 2008 |
| Road and Rail Unite to Promote Level Crossing Safety |
| The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) and the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) will join forces to promote safety at level crossings, ATA Chairman, Trevor Martyn and ARA CEO, Bryan Nye said today. |
| 5 December 2008 |
| More Truck Rest Areas on Major Highways |
| The Australian Government will build more truck rest areas on Australia’s major highways, now that Parliament has passed new laws about heavy vehicle charges. |
| 21 November 2008 |
| ATA Rejects Senate Committee Findings on Truck Charges Legislation |
| The Australian Trucking Association will continue to lobby for amendments to the Government’s truck charges legislation, despite the majority recommendation of a Senate inquiry. |
| 11 November 2008 |
| Brisbane City Council Manager Wins National Technical Award |
| The City Fleet Business Manager at the Brisbane City Council, Tony Rawson, is the 2008 winner of the Craig Roseneder Award for Technical and Maintenance Excellence in the Workshop. |
| 30 October 2008 |
| Long Serving Transport Operator to Steer ATA Technical Arm |
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The General Manager of John L Pierce Transport, John Pierce has been named as the incoming Chair of the ATA’s Industry Technical Council (ITC). |
| 28 October 2008 |
| Trucking Industry Mourns Allan Scott AO |
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The trucking industry is today mourning the death of industry legend Allan Scott AO, who built up his national trucking interests from the single Dodge truck he bought in the 1950s. |
| 28 October 2008 |
| The Road Ahead Spreads its Message to Transport Leaders of Tomorrow |
| School students from Crookwell, Goulburn, Yass, Young and Queanbeyan learnt about careers in the road transport industry and the important role of trucks when they visited the Australian Trucking Association’s travelling exhibition centre, the Road Ahead, at the inaugural Eldridge Transport Scholarship Challenge. |
| 23 October 2008 |
| The Road Ahead Welcomes its 10 000th Visitor |
| More than 10,000 visitors have now toured the ATA’s travelling exhibition, The Road Ahead, and learned about the great careers available in the trucking industry and how to share the road safely with trucks. |
| 22 October 2008 |
| World Class Axeman Set to Inspire at Castrol Awards Dinner |
| World champion axeman and motivational speaker, David Foster OAM, will feature as a guest speaker at the Castrol Awards Dinner, at this year’s ATA/ARTSA Technical and Maintenance Conference. |
| 22 October 2008 |
| Trucking Industry Welcomes Coalition Stand on Fuel Tax Laws |
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The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has congratulated the Coalition on its announcement that it will take action in Parliament to deliver more truck rest areas and to stop automatic increases in the fuel tax paid by trucking operators. |
| 16 October 2008 |
| Finalists Announced for Trucking Industry Workshop Award |
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The finalists for the 11th annual Craig Roseneder Award for Technical and Maintenance Excellence in the Workshop have been announced by the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) today. |
| 10 October 2008 |
| Stopping Automatic Increases in the Truck Fuel Tax |
| The Australian Trucking Association’s model amendments to the Government’s heavy vehicle charges legislation will prevent automatic increases in the fuel tax paid by trucking operators, the Chairman of the ATA, Trevor Martyn, said today. |
| 9 October 2008 |
| Full Program for Technical and Maintenance Conference Released |
| Hands-on technical sessions demonstrating practical ways to reduce fuel consumption will be the highlights of the 2008 Technical and Maintenance Conference program, released today by the ATA and ARTSA. |
| 3 October 2008 |
| The ATA's Plan for 900 Extra Truck Rest Areas |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) is calling on federal politicians to deliver 900 extra truck rest areas on major highways by 2019, under the industry’s plan to amend the Government’s new heavy vehicle charges legislation. |
| 3 October 2008 |
| Devoted Industry Member Appointed to TruckSafe Board |
| Long standing member of the Australian trucking industry and current director of the Australian Trucking Association, Doug McMillan, has been appointed as a member of the TruckSafe board. |
| 1 October 2008 |
| Choose the Right Oil with Castrol at this Year's TMC |
| Delegates attending the upcoming ATA/ARTSA Technical and Maintenance Conference (TMC) will be armed with information that will enable them to select the best type of oils for their engines, thanks to major sponsor Castrol. |
| 18 September 2008 |
| Engine Expert to Drive Fuel Economy Session at TMC |
| International product support manager and vehicle tester for Detroit Diesel, Terry Bistue will share his workshop experiences with delegates at this year’s ATA/ARTSA Technical and Maintenance Conference (TMC) in November. |
| 17 September 2008 |
| ATA Welcomes New NTC Appointments |
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The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has this week congratulated the new members of the National Transport Commission on their appointments. |
| 12 September 2008 |
| NTC Should Focus on Productivity Reform Not Climate Change |
| The National Transport Commission should stop work on its climate change strategy and focus on delivering transport industry reforms, the Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn, said today. |
| 12 September 2008 |
| Safe Rates Not the Key to Improving Industry Safety |
| Imposing a regulated system of ‘safe rates’ will not contribute to improving the safety of the trucking industry, the Australian Trucking Association has told the NTC’s review into driver remuneration and payment methods. |
| 12 September 2008 |
| ATA Responds to Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme Green Paper |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has confirmed its support for the Australian Government’s proposals on how to deal with transport fuels in its emissions trading scheme. |
| 8 September 2008 |
| The Road Ahead Travelling Exhibition to Tour North West Victoria |
| School students and community members from north-western Victoria will have the opportunity to learn more about careers in the road transport industry and the important role of trucks when the Australian Trucking Association’s new travelling exhibition centre, the Road Ahead tours the region this week. |
| 4 September 2008 |
| The Road Ahead Travelling Exhibition at Trucks Out West |
| The ATA’s travelling exhibition, the Road Ahead will appear at the Trucks Out West Expo at the Dubbo showground this Saturday. |
| 29 August 2009 |
| New Website to Showcase ATA/ARTSA Technical and Maintenance Conference |
| The ATA has today launched the official website for the 2008 ATA/ARTSA Technical Maintenance Conference – www.ataevents.net.au. |
| 22 August 2008 |
| TruckSafe 2008 Delivers More Safety and Business Benefits |
| The trucking industry’s business and safety management provider, TruckSafe, has today released the latest version of its accreditation kit, TruckSafe 2008. |
| 22 August 2008 |
| Trucking Industry Releases Rest Area Priority List |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has called for heavy vehicle rest areas on key interstate routes to be the highest funding priority under the Australian Government’s $70 million Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Plan. |
| 21 August 2008 |
| ARTC Must Immediately Review Level Crossing Safety |
| The Australian Rail Track Corporation (ARTC) must immediately review the safety of every level crossing on its network following the release of a highly critical report by the Australian Transport Safety Bureau. |
| 20 August 2008 |
| A Dramatic Improvement in Truck Safety, But More Needs to be Done |
| The latest road crash statistics show the trucking industry has dramatically improved its safety over the last 20 years, but more needs to be done, the Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn, said today. |
| 19 August 2008 |
| The Road Ahead Travelling Exhibition Part of the Amazing World of Science |
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School children and the general public will have the opportunity to learn about sharing the road safely with trucks when the ATA’s new travelling exhibition, the Road Ahead, appears at the Amazing World of Science this week. |
| 8 August 2008 |
| New Greenhouse Reporting Guide for Trucking Companies |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has released a plain English guide to help trucking companies determine if they are required to report their greenhouse gas emissions and energy consumption to the Government. |
| 7 August 2008 |
| 2008 ATA/ARTSA Technical and Maintenance Conference Early Bird Registrations Now Open |
| Early bird registrations are now open for the trucking industry’s 2008 Technical and Maintenance Conference (TMC08), which will run from Sunday 9 to Tuesday 11 November at the Moonee Valley Function Centre in Melbourne. |
| 7 August 2008 |
| Nominations Now Open for Trucking Industry Technical and Maintenance Award |
| Nominations are now open for the 2008 Craig Roseneder Award for Technical and Maintenance Excellence in the Workshop. |
| 6 August 2008 |
| Discover the Benefits of TruckSafe at the Sydney Truck Show |
| Visitors to this week’s Sydney Truck Show will have the opportunity to learn more about the trucking industry’s business and safety management solution, TruckSafe. |
| 30 July 2008 |
| Mount Gambier Students First To Experience The Road Ahead |
| Students from St Martins Lutheran College and the Reidy Park Primary School in Mount Gambier will be the among the first school students in Australia to experience the Australian Trucking Association’s new travelling exhibition centre, the Road Ahead. |
| 25 July 2008 |
| National Trucking Laws Will Slash Red Tape and Boost Safety |
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The establishment of national trucking laws will slash red tape, boost safety and reduce the industry’s costs, the Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn, said today. |
| 24 July 2008 |
| ATA Condemns Shutdown Violence Threats |
| The organisers of next week’s trucking industry shutdown should abandon their plans if they cannot guarantee the safety of drivers who are not involved, the Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn, said today. |
| 16 July 2008 |
| Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme Green Paper |
| The Australian Trucking Association has welcomed the Government’s plan to include the transport sector in the forthcoming emissions trading scheme. |
| 11 July 2008 |
| CSIRO Should Focus on Scientific Research, Not Economic Policy |
| The CSIRO should focus on researching new transport and fuel technologies rather than issuing reports about economic policy options, the Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn, said today. |
| 4 July 2008 |
| Trucking Industry Must be Ready for Garnaut Fuel Prices |
| The draft report of the Garnaut Climate Change Review confirms that every trucking company must have a system to pass increases in the cost of fuel on to their customers, the Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn, said today. |
| 26 June 2008 |
| Proposed Trucking Industry Shutdowns |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) does not support the trucking industry shutdowns that some people are proposing for the two weeks from 28 July 2008. |
| 23 June 2008 |
| ATA Welcomes Appointment of Michael Deegan as Infrastructure Coordinator |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has today welcomed the appointment of Michael Deegan as the Australian Government's inaugural Infrastructure Coordinator. |
| 11 June 2008 |
| The Road Ahead Travelling Exhibition to Visit Primex |
| The Australian Trucking Association’s (ATA) travelling exhibition trailer, The Road Ahead, will this week deliver its powerful road safety message at one of Australia’s largest primary industry field day events, Primex in Casino, NSW. |
| 10 June 2008 |
| ATA Congratulates Honours List Winners |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has today congratulated Australian trucking industry figures, Brian Bertwistle, Viv Hanley, and Andrew Wright on being appointed as Members of the Order of Australia in the Queen’s Birthday Honours List. |
| 3 June 2008 |
| ATA Congratulates New NTC Commissioners |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has congratulated the new members of the National Transport Commission on their appointments, and says their first priority must be to carry out the transport reforms that have been promised but not yet delivered. |
| 30 May 2008 |
| 2008 National Trucking Industry Award Winners Announced |
| Some of Australia’s top truck drivers and industry representatives were awarded for their commitment to the trucking industry at last night’s National Trucking Industry Awards, as part of the Australian Trucking Convention held in Canberra this week. |
| 28 May 2008 |
| Trucking Industry Launches Travelling Exhibition Centre |
| The trucking industry will deliver a powerful road safety message at schools, colleges and shows across the country with the launch of its new travelling exhibition centre, the Road Ahead. |
| 22 May 2008 |
| Freight Rates Set to Rise, Trucking Industry Warns |
| The trucking industry’s customers will have to pay higher freight rates to reflect the spiralling price of diesel, the Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn, warned today. |
| 19 May 2008 |
| Infrastructure Australia Advisory Council |
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The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has welcomed the Government’s decision to appoint the deputy chairman of Australia Post, the Hon Mark Birrell, as a member of the Infrastructure Australia Advisory Council. |
| 16 May 2008 |
| Australian Trucking Convention Goes Beyond Blue |
| Deputy Chairman of Beyond Blue, John McGrath, will address the opening of the Australian Trucking Convention in Canberra this month. |
| 13 May 2008 |
| Budget Good News for the Trucking Industry and Working Families |
| The 2008-09 Budget is good news for the trucking industry and working families, the Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association, Trevor Martyn, said this evening. |
| 9 May 2008 |
| ATA to Re-energise TruckSafe |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) will re-energise its TruckSafe safety accreditation system, following a joint meeting between the ATA and TruckSafe boards. |
| 2 May 2008 |
| Single Heavy Vehicle Registration, Regulation and Licensing System |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has applauded the decision by the Australian, state and territory transport ministers to establish a single national registration and licensing system for heavy vehicles and truck drivers from 1 July 2009. |
| 1 May 2008 |
| Trucking Industry Welcomes Keys2Drive Program |
| The trucking industry has welcomed the Australian Government’s launch of the keys2drive road safety program. keys2drive is a $17 million program that will provide learner drivers with more than 200,000 free driving lessons. |
| 1 May 2008 |
| Finalists Announced for the 2008 National Trucking Industry Awards |
| The finalists for the 2008 National Trucking Industry Awards have been announced by the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) today, following a high standard of entries across all award categories. |
| 29 April 2008 |
| Nominate Your Highway Hero |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) in conjunction with Goodyear are today calling for nominations for the Goodyear Highway Heroes Award. |
| 23 April 2008 |
| Trucking Industry Calls for a Seat at the Table |
| The trucking, rail, shipping and aviation industries should be invited to attend future meetings of the Australian Transport Council, according to a new submission to governments from the Australian Trucking Association (ATA). |
| 22 April 2008 |
| ATSB Report Shows the Need for Level Crossing Upgrades |
| A new safety bulletin from the Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) shows the state and territory governments must act quickly to upgrade thousands of level crossings across Australia, the Chief Executive of the Australian Trucking Association, Stuart St Clair, said today. |
| 21 April 2008 |
| OH&S Specialist to Address Safety Summit |
| The ATA have announced that a senior associate at Minter Ellison Lawyers, Michael Connolly, will address the upcoming ATA Safety Summit. The summit will be held as part of the 2008 Australian Trucking Convention from the 27-30 May. |
| 9 April 2008 |
| Don Henry's Plan to Make You Pay More for Groceries |
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The trucking industry has slammed the Australian Conservation Foundation’s plan to abolish fuel tax credits, which would increase the cost of groceries for hard pressed working families. |
| 28 March 2008 |
| Rest Area Shortage Threatens Lives |
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There are not enough rest areas for truck drivers on any of Australia’s major highways, according to a new official report. The lack of rest areas means that drivers are forced to press on when they are fatigued – a serious threat to road safety. |
| 28 March 2008 |
| Early Bird Registrations for Australian Trucking Convention Close Today |
| Those interested in attending the 2008 Australian Trucking Convention are today being urged to make the most of the ATA’s early bird registration offer, which closes at midnight tonight. |
| 28 March 2008 |
| ATA Headquarters to Participate in Earth Hour |
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The Australian Trucking Association’s (ATA) national headquarters in Canberra will this weekend participate in Earth Hour, a world wide campaign aiming to encourage businesses, communities and individuals to take the simple steps needed to cut their emissions on an ongoing basis. |
| 26 March 2008 |
| Trucking Industry Demands Action on Speeding Enforcement |
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The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has called on the state and territory governments to implement stronger speeding laws in conjunction with the fatigue management reforms in September, rather than delaying their implementation. |
| 26 March 2008 |
| Trevor Martyn Re-elected As ATA Chairman |
| Respected industry figure, Mr Trevor Martyn, will take up his second 2 year term as Chairman of the Australian Trucking Association following his re-election at the ATA annual general meeting today. |
| 26 March 2008 |
| Three Days Left to Nominate for 2008 National Trucking Industry Awards |
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With only three days left until nominations close, the ATA is today urging the Australian trucking community to get in their nominations for the upcoming National Trucking Industry Awards. The awards will make up part of the 2008 Australian Trucking Convention to be held in Canberra from 27-30 May. |
| 20 March 2008 |
| Senate Rejects Increased Charges for Interstate Trucks |
| The state governments and the Northern Territory should give up on their plan to increase truck registration charges now that the Senate has rejected the increases for interstate trucks and trucks in the ACT. |
| 19 March 2008 |
| Australian Country Music Star to Perform at Gala Awards Dinner |
| Multi Golden Guitar winner and darling of the Australian country music industry, Beccy Cole, is set to delight and entertain delegates when she performs at the 2008 National Trucking Industry Awards, as part of the Australian Trucking Convention Gala Dinner. |
| 19 March 2008 |
| New Website to Showcase Australian Trucking Convention |
| The ATA has today launched the official website for the 2008 Australian Trucking Convention and National Trucking Industry Awards – www.ataevents.net.au |
| 19 March 2008 |
| Responsible Driving the Key to Zero Fatalities this Easter |
| The Australian Trucking Association is reminding heavy vehicle drivers and holidaymakers to share the road safely this Easter long weekend. |
| 14 March 2008 |
| Lindsay Tanner MP to Address Deregulation Issues at 2008 Convention |
| Minister for Finance and Deregulation, the Hon. Lindsay Tanner MP, will present a keynote address to delegates at this year’s Australian Trucking Convention to be held in Canberra from the 27-30 May. |
| 11 March 2008 |
| New Transport Policy Must Focus on Productivity, Not Charges |
| Australia’s new national transport policy will only be a success if it focuses on boosting the trucking industry’s productivity and not on slugging the industry with even higher charges, ATA CEO Stuart St Clair said today |
| 29 February 2008 |
| Rudd Government Listens to the Trucking Industry |
|
The trucking industry and working families will benefit from the Australian Government’s decision to delay increasing the fuel tax paid by trucking operators, the Chief Executive of the Australian Trucking Association, Stuart St Clair, said today |
| 28 February 2008 |
| Lindsay Fox AC to Speak at ATA Safety Summit |
| Australian trucking industry magnate, Lindsay Fox AC, will feature as a speaker at the 2008 ATA Safety Summit to be held as part of the Australian Trucking Convention to be held 27-30 May. |
| 28 February 2008 |
| Grocery Prices in the Hands of Australian Transport Ministers |
| Australian families will soon learn if they face higher grocery bills, with the outcome of the NTC’s 4th Heavy Vehicle Charges Determination to be decided by the Australian, state and territory transport ministers in a vote tomorrow. |
| 26 February 2008 |
| ATA Welcomes Infrastructure Australia Appointment |
| The Australian Trucking Association has welcomed the Government’s decision to appoint Sir Rod Eddington as the inaugural chair of Infrastructure Australia. |
| 13 February 2008 |
| Stop the Level Crossing Lottery |
| The Australian, state and territory transport ministers must agree to speed up work on fixing Australia’s level crossings as a result of today’s accident report into the collision between the Ghan and a road train in 2006. |
| 8 February 2008 |
| Trucking Industry to Hold Safety Summit |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) will convene a trucking industry Safety Summit on 28 May 2008. The Summit will focus on how the industry can push its accident rate down ever further and change the culture of regulators, the supply chain and the industry so safety becomes a basic part of doing business for everyone. |
| 8 February 2008 |
| 2008 Australian Trucking Convention: Online Registrations Now Open |
|
Online registrations are now open for the 2008 Australian Trucking Convention, which will be held in Canberra from Tuesday 27- Friday 30 May. The ATA is urging members of the Australian trucking industry to take advantage of the savings that can be made when they register online. |
| 5 February 2008 |
| Interest Rate Rise Should Halt Plans to Increase Trucking Taxes |
| Today’s rise in the official interest rate shows the Australian Government should immediately reject the National Transport Commission’s plan to increase truck registration charges and the tax paid by trucking operators on diesel. |
| 31 January 2008 |
| Higher Productivity and Reduced Road Congestion the Key to Lower Greenhouse Gas Emissions says ATA |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has slammed a proposal by the green movement to increase the cost of every day items for hard pressed working families. |
| 24 January 2008 |
| ATA Defends Auslink Road Funding |
|
The Australian Government’s funding for the AusLink transport program must not be diverted to other infrastructure, Australian Trucking Association Chief Executive Stuart St Clair said today. |
| 23 January 2008 |
| ATA Defends Fuel Tax Rebate for Trucking Operators |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has used its pre-Budget submission to the Australian Government to defend the fuel tax credit system, which saves trucking operators 18.51 cents per litre on their fuel costs. |
| 22 January 2008 |
| ATA Welcomes New National Laws on Speeding Trucks |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has welcomed the new model law on speeding trucks that have been approved by the Australian Transport Council. The new model law will require company managers, schedulers and customers to take reasonable steps to make sure their delivery schedules and deadlines do not pressure drivers to speed. |
| 17 January 2008 |
| ATA Calls for Nominations for the 2008 National Trucking Industry Awards |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has today called for nominations for the 2008 National Trucking Industry Awards. The Awards will take place at the ATA Foundation Sponsors Gala Awards Dinner as part of the 2008 Australian Trucking Convention to be held in canberra from 27-30 May. |
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Media Releases 2007 |
| 21 December 2007 |
| The Best Christmas Gift of All |
|
The best gift that Australian motorists can give their family and friends this Christmas is to get to their destination safely, the Australian Trucking Association Chief Executive, Stuart St Clair, said today. |
| 20 December 2007 |
| Making the Call on Road Safety |
| Australia’s professional truck drivers will receive advice on the safe use of mobile phones through a new fact sheet developed by the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) in partnership with the National Transport Commission (NTC) and the mobile telecommunications industry. |
| 19 December 2007 |
| CoAG Must Focus on Better and More Productive Roads |
| The Australian Government should use tomorrow’s CoAG meeting to press the states and territories for better road funding arrangements and a renewed commitment to productivity reform, the Chief Executive of the Australian Trucking Association, Stuart St Clair, said today. |
| 14 December 2007 |
| ATA Endorses Truck Safety Plan |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has endorsed the National Transport Commission’s proposal to establish a new heavy vehicle accreditation framework. |
| 14 December 2007 |
| ATA Endorses Retail Logistics Supply Chain Code of Conduct |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has today announced its official endorsement of the Retail Logistics Supply Chain (RLSC) Code of Conduct. |
| 10 December 2007 |
| ATA Welcomes the 2007 Update to the NSW State Plan |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has welcomed the 2007 update to the NSW State Plan, and will work closely with the NSW Government to increase its emphasis on freight transport. |
| 6 December 2007 |
| ATA Welcomes Warren Truss as the Shadow Minister for Infrastructure Transport and Local Government |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has welcomed the appointment of Warren Truss as the Shadow Minister for Infrastructure, Transport and Local Government. |
| 5 December 2007 |
| ATA Recognises and Farewells Steadfast Industry Champion |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has today thanked and congratulated Damian McFarlane for his devoted contribution in helping to drive forward the messages of the ATA during his service as Industry Technical Council (ITC) chairman, ATA board member and chairman of the ATA’s Careers and Training Council. |
| 3 December 2007 |
| Trucking Community Saddened by the Loss of Respected Industry Member |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) was today saddened to hear of the passing of John Kelly, a previous national risk manager with the ATA and a dedicated representative of the Australian trucking industry. |
| 29 November 2007 |
| Trucking Lobby Welcomes Experience of Incoming Transport Minister |
|
The Australian Trucking Association claims the appointment of Anthony Albanese to the position of Minister for Infrastructure and Transport will help to bring about a new era of positive changes for the trucking industry |
| 27 November 2007 |
| ATA Calls For Streamlined Approach to Climate Change |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has called for a vigorously pursued agenda of rationalising existing commonwealth, state and territory greenhouse gas abatement measures and programmes in a recent response to an Australian Government discussion paper |
| 26 November 2007 |
| ATA Congratulates Prime Minister Elect Kevin Rudd on Election Victory |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) Chief Executive, Stuart St Clair, has congratulated the newly elected Prime Minister, Kevin Rudd, on his election victory and has expressed the need for the ATA and Government to maintain their positive working relationship to tackle the many issues that face the trucking industry today |
| 21 November 2007 |
| Infrastructure Upgrades Needed to Increase Productivity, says ATA |
|
Labor’s announcement to invest over $660 million toward upgrading Sydney’s roads and creating an improved freight network will create higher levels of productivity for transport operators, says the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) |
| 14 November 2007 |
| TMC Reach Extends to High Number of First Time Attendees |
| The 2007ATA/ARTSA Technical and Maintenance Conference (TMC) concluded yesterday afternoon, with the event being described a success by organisers and attendees |
| 13 November 2007 |
| Biodiesel Trial Good News For Operators, says ATA |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has welcomed the Coalition’s announcement of a $6 million vehicle trial to test the suitability of competitive Biodiesel blend, B20, for use in heavy vehicles, if re-elected. |
| 13 November 2007 |
| Exceptional Industry Member Acknowledged at TMC Awards Dinner |
|
Dedicated Maintenance Manager, Jeff Chandler of Bunker Freight Lines, was last night named the winner of the 2007 Craig Roseneder National Award for Technical and Maintenance Excellence in a workshop by an individual. |
| 5 October 2007 |
| 2007 Technical and Maintenance Conference on Track for Success |
|
Final preparations are being made for the 2007 ATA/ARTSA Technical and Maintenance Conference (TMC) with the event on track to be a great success, according to the Australian Trucking Association (ATA). |
| 31 October 2007 |
| ATA Message Being Heard With Increased Funding Directed Toward Infrastructure |
|
The Australian trucking Association (ATA) has applauded the Coalition’s announcement that they will inject $850 million dollars into the upgrading of key regional roads around Australia, if re-elected. |
| 25 October 2007 |
| 2009 Trucking Convention Heads To The Gold Coast |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) announced today that the Gold Coast Convention Centre would be the location for the 2009 Australian Trucking Convention, to be held between Tuesday 21 to Friday 24 April 2009. |
| 22 October 2007 |
| ATA Continues To Drive Key Messages During Election Campaign |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has welcomed Transport Shadow Minister, Martin Ferguson’s announcement of funding for major road networks in Queensland and Western Victoria. |
| 15 October 2007 |
| ATA Safety Drive Sucessful in Raising Awareness |
| ATA Chief executive, Stuart St Clair, has declared the 2007 ATA Road Safety Awareness Drive a success with the event concluding last Friday. The Drive was successful in projecting the ATA’s message of sharing the road safely, while demonstrating the need for improved road networks in regional Australia. |
| 8 October 2007 |
Informed Industry Network the Key for Smooth Transition into
Emissions Trading, says ATA. |
|
A survey designed by the Australian Trucking Association, (ATA), will be distributed
to trucking operators nationwide this week, with the aim of developing a network of trucking industry participants from which to draw upon and inform during the design process of the Australian Government’s Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS). |
| 8 October 2007 |
| 2007 ATA Road Safety Awareness Drive underway |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) Road Safety Awareness Drive
has commenced, with ATA chief executive, Stuart St Clair, and 2007
National Professional Driver of the Year, Des Docherty, beginning their tour
of regional QLD this morning. |
| 5 October 2007 |
| Lines of Sight May be Inadequate for Safe Crossing Decisions |
|
A review of high train speeds on routes with only passive level crossings and
frequent vehicle use has been called for by the ATA |
| 26 September 2007 |
| Dont Underestimate Impact of New Fatigue Laws, ATA Warns |
|
The Australian Trucking Association issued a warning for trucking operators and
drivers to act now in preparation for the imminent arrival of the National
Transport Commission Driving Hours and Fatigue Management Package,
due for implementation in September 2008. |
| 14 September 2007 |
| ATA Gears Up for 2007 Safety Drive |
|
Australian Trucking Association chief executive, Stuart St Clair, and 2007 National Professional Driver of the Year, Des Docherty of Eventrans, are gearing up for the
2007 ATA Road Safety Awareness Drive, to be held next month. |
| 29 August 2007 |
| ATA Welcomes New State Member Organisation |
| The Australian Trucking Association has officially welcomed new state member organisation, ATA NSW, into its network at a function held in Sydney. |
| 9 August 2007 |
| ATA reject enforcement cost double dipping |
|
In response to the National Transport Commission’s 2007 Heavy Vehicle
Determination draft Regulatory Impact Statement , the Australian Trucking
Association has made a submission outlining a number of concerns with the
findings and recommendations put forward by the NTC. |
| 7 August 2007 |
| NatRoad puts weight behind Mobile Education Centre |
|
The Australian Trucking Association’s (ATA) Mobile Education Centre received a
welcome boost from ATA member organisation NatRoad after being presented
with a cheque for $40 000. |
| 18 July 2007 |
| Trucking industry backs rail safety initiative |
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has given its support to the Australasian Railway Association (ARA) in their efforts to promote safe behaviour around railways during the second annual National Rail Safety Awareness Week (Rail Safety Week)
from next Monday. |
| 18 July 2007 |
| ATA farewells long standing policy manager |
| The Australian Trucking Association will farewell one of its longest serving team members, National Manager for Government Relations Neil Gow, as he concludes his service to the organisation early next month. |
| 9 July 2007 |
| National B-triple network a step in the right direction |
| The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has commended the Federal Government’s release of a national B‑Triple network as a step in the right direction to improving the safety, productivity and environmental outcomes for the road freight industry. |
| 6 July 2007 |
| Industry examines proposed charges' shake-up |
|
The Australian Trucking Association welcomed today’s release of a draft Regulatory Impact Statement (RIS) for the 2007 Heavy Vehicle Charges Determination, which proposes a shake-up of current truck charges. |
| 13 June 2007 |
| 2008 Trucking Convention Takes Message to Canberra |
| Canberra will host the 2008 Australian Trucking Convention, the Australian Trucking Association announced today. |
| 11 June 2007 |
| OAM Awarded to Trucking Industry Stalwart |
|
A past recipient of the National Trucking Industry Woman of the Year Award was
among the Australians named in the Queen’s Birthday Honours yesterday. |
| 12 May 2007 |
| Truckies Find their Highway Hero |
|
A truck driver, who risked his life to save a fellow motorist from an explosion,
has been named the 2007 Goodyear Highway Hero. |
| 11 May 2007 |
| Truckies Praise Trades in Schools Initiative |
|
The Federal Opposition’s Trades in Schools initiative was commended as a
possible solution to the growing skills shortage by the Australian Trucking
Association today. |
| 8 May 2007 |
| Community Big Winner In Biggest Land Transport Spend |
|
Communities relying on the trucking industry to deliver freight were the big winners
in the 2007-08 Federal Budget according to the Australian Trucking Association. |
| 3 May 2007 |
| ATA NSW Interim Council Convenes |
|
A commitment to comprehensive industry representation and services was
the key outcome from the inaugural meeting of the interim council of ATA NSW,
held in Sydney this week. |
| 19 April 2007 |
| Statement from the Chairman |
|
Following recent media and industry interest regarding the establishment of
ATA NSW, I believe it is prudent to ensure clarity regarding the involvement
of the Transport Workers Union in the ATA nationally. |
| 18 April 2007 |
| ATA Branches Into NSW |
|
The Australian Trucking Association today announced the establishment
of a branch of the ATA in NSW, following the appointment of a liquidator to the
NSW Road Transport Association last week. |
| 16 April 2007 |
| ATA Awards Industry's Best |
|
Some of Australia’s top truck drivers and industry representatives were awarded
for their commitment to the trucking industry at a moving close to the Australian
Trucking Convention on Saturday. |
| Trucking Convention Calls for National Approach |
|
Achieving a national approach to safety and productivity for Australia’s trucking
industry was the key message from delegates at the 2007 Australian Trucking
Convention in Cairns last week. |
| 14 April 2007 |
| COAG Gives Green Light for Battle on Truck Charges |
|
The Council of Australian Governments (COAG) has agreed to a three-phased
change to truck charges according to a statement from the ATA. |
| 12 April 2007 |
| Federal Leaders Commit to Trucking Productivity |
|
The importance of trucking to the Australian economy and the wellbeing of the
community were the focus of addresses to the Australian Trucking Convention today
from the Federal Transport Minister and his Opposition counterpart. |
| 11 April 2007 |
| Deputy PM to Address Trucking Convention - ATA Media Alert |
|
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister Transport and Regional Services, the
Hon Mark Vaile MP, will address the Australian Trucking Convention on
12 April at 8.20am |
| 10 April 2007 |
| ATA to Ensure Continued Industry Representation in NSW |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) today asserted its commitment to
ensuring NSW trucking operators continued to be represented at the state level
following the New South Wales Road Transport Association (NSW RTA) being placed
into court liquidation this afternoon. |
| 5 April 2007 |
| Road Sharing and Trip Planning for Easter Road Safety |
|
Zero fatalities on our roads this Easter long weekend should be the goal for all
motorists, according to the Australian Trucking Association. |
| 4 April 2007 |
| Cairns Trucking Convention to Host Deputy PM |
|
Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Transport and Regional Services,
the Hon Mark Vaile MP, will present a Keynote Address to the Australian
Trucking Convention in Cairns next week. |
| 2 April 2007 |
| Professionalism and Experience Drives Top Young Truckies |
|
Professionalism and driving experience won through in the national final of the
Young Australian Truck Driver Competition on the weekend. |
| 29 March 2007 |
| Driving for Glory: Young Truckie National Final |
|
Sixteen of Australia’s best young truck drivers will compete for the ultimate prize
in the national final of the Young Australia Truck Driver competition this weekend. |
| 26 March 2007 |
| SA Truckie Trio Into National Final |
Three South Australians will join truck drivers from around Australia in the national
final of the Young Australian Truck Driver Competition. |
| 23 March 2007 |
| Young Central Australian Truckies Test Their Skills |
A specially designed obstacle course at the Morphettville Racecourse in South
Australia will test the skills of young SA and NT drivers hoping to qualify for the
national final of the Young Australian Truck Driver Competition. |
| National Trucking Industry Awards Contenders Announced |
|
With less than three weeks until the start of the Australian Trucking Convention
the contenders for the National Trucking Industry Awards have been named
by the Australian Trucking Association. |
| 21 March 2007 |
| 'Fewer and Newer' Trucks to Bring Environmental Benefits |
|
Productivity gains will improve the environmental performance of the trucking industry according to the Australian Trucking Association. |
| 13 March 2007 |
| Ambo Turned Truckie Makes National Final |
|
Former paramedic Scott Savory, of Perth is amongst three Western Australian
drivers selected to represent the state in the national final of the Young Australian
Truck Driver Competition. |
| 12 March 2007 |
| Smarter Policies Needed For Productive Vehicles: ATA |
|
Smarter policies are needed to support the use of high productivity vehicles
according to the Australian Trucking Association. |
| 9 March 2007 |
| Truckies to Display Thoroughbred Skills at Ascot |
|
Ascot racecourse will host this weekend’s Western Australian state championship
of the Young Australian Truck Driver Competition. |
| 5 March 2007 |
| Full Program for Trucking Convention Released |
|
A range of business and government leaders, sessions on fatigue, network access
and alternative fuels are included in the full 2007 Australian Trucking Convention
program released by the Australian Trucking Association today. |
| 2 March 2007 |
| Productivity Reform to Lower Transport Costs |
|
The achievement of the Council of Australian Governments’ National Reform
Agenda (NRA) could see an increase in government revenue and a decrease in
transport costs according to the Australian Trucking Association. |
| 28 February 2007 |
| Trucking Industry Seeks Highway Heroes |
|
Witnesses to the heroic deeds of truck drivers on Australian roads have been
asked to step up and nominate a ‘Highway Hero’ by the ATA. |
| 26 February 2007 |
| Victorians Take Industry Experience Into National Final |
|
A combination of industry experience and driving skills saw Chris Cartwright of
Kyabram, Glenn Pietsch of Horsham and David Whyte of Glenhuntly selected f
or the national final of the Young Australian Truck Driver (Competition. |
| 23 February 2007 |
| Top Gun Truckies Ready for Final |
|
Two female drivers are among the field for this weekend’s Victorian and
Tasmanian combined state final of the Young Australian Truck Driver competition. |
| 21 February 2007 |
| No Blockades Against Fatigue Laws Says ATA |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) today warned against blockades and ‘go slows’ in response to new fatigue regulations. |
| 20 February 2007 |
| Champion Driver Calls for Nominations |
|
2006 ATA National Professional Driver of the Year, Lloyd George, today
encouraged companies to nominate drivers and staff for the 2007 National
Trucking Industry Awards and recognise excellence in the industry. |
| 14 February 2007 |
| ATA Congratulates Outgoing NTI Chief |
| Outgoing National Transport Insurance (NTI) Chief Executive Officer, Wayne Patterson was today congratulated for his service to the industry in a statement by the Australia Trucking Association (ATA). |
| 12 February 2007 |
| National Finalists Named for NSW |
|
Former soldier Matthew Wheatley, road train driver Stevon Kemp and former
racing industry worker Peter Brett were declared national finalists of the Young
Australian Truck Driver Competition following the NSW state championship. |
| 9 February 2007 |
| Top Mariner in Top Gear for Trucking Final |
|
One of Australia's leading sailors will contest the NSW state final of the Young
Australian Truck Driver Competition. |
| 5 February 2007 |
| Owner Driver Representatives Announced |
The elected Owner Driver Representatives to the Australian Trucking Association
Council for 2007 were announced today in a statement by the ATA today. |
| ATA Salutes Long-Standing Truck Chief |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) today applauded Managing Director
of PACCAR Australia, Andrew Wright, for his dedicated service to the industry
following the announcement of his upcoming retirement. |
| Regional Drivers Come up Trumps in Queensland |
|
The talents of regional truck drivers came to the fore in the Queensland state finals
of the Young Australian Truck Driver Competition (YATD), according to the
Australian Trucking Association (ATA). |
| 2 February 2007 |
| Queensland Drivers Ready to Compete |
|
The top sixteen young truck drivers from Queensland will vie tomorrow for three
places in the national final of the Young Australian Truck Driver Competition,
according to the Australian Trucking Association (ATA). |
| 30 January 2007 |
| Falling Diesel Price No Cause for Complacency says ATA |
|
Falling diesel prices were no reason for governments to become complacent
about facilitating productivity growth in trucking, according to a statement released
by the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) today. |
|
19 January 2007 |
| Eleventh Hour for Queensland Drivers |
|
With entries closing today for the Queensland leg of the Young Australian Truck
Driver Competition (YATD) the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has
urged all eligible drivers to participate. |
|
10 January 2007 |
| Young Truck Drivers Roll Up for Competition |
|
More than 900 entrants have registered for the Young Australian Truck Driver
Competition (YATD) with the state championships set to kick off in February.
The competition is searching for Australia’s best young truck driver. |
|
3 January 2007 |
| Transport Efficiency Vital to Economy |
Bottlenecks in infrastructure threaten to choke productivity in freight transport and
through it Australia’s economy, according to a statement released by the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) today. |
|
Media releases, 2006
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| 20 December 2006 |
|
Road Safety the Best Christmas Gift Says ATA |
|
Safe roads over the festive season are the best Christmas presents motorists
can give each other, according to Australian Trucking Association (ATA) chief
executive Stuart St Clair. |
| 14 December 2006 |
| Productivity Evolution to Highlight Convention |
|
Delegates at the 2007 Australian Trucking Convention will learn how to capitalise
on the productivity evolution in trucking and improve compliance with new
regulations according to a statement issued by the ATA today. |
| 11 December 2006 |
| Trucking Drive Spreads Safety Message |
|
The 2006 Australian Trucking Association (ATA) National Drive For Safety
was today declared a success by ATA chief executive Stuart St Clair. |
|
Industry Supporter Appointed to Shadow Transport Ministry |
|
Martin Ferguson’s appointment to the Shadow Transport Ministry was today welcomed
by Australian Trucking Association chief executive Stuart St Clair. |
| 5 December 2006 |
| Transport Minister Launches Trucking Safety Drive |
|
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Transport and Regional Services,
the Hon Mark Vaile MP, today commended the trucking industry’s road
safety record during the Christmas period at the launch the 2006 Australian
Trucking Association (ATA) National Drive For Safety (NDFS). |
| Trucking Industry 'Eyes and Ears' For National Security |
|
Truck drivers around Australia will be informed on how to watch for the threat of
terrorism in a series of communications measures released by the ATA
and Department of Transport and Regional Services today. |
| 24 November 2006 |
| Quad Axle Proposal Fails to Maximise Productivity |
|
The National Transport Commission’s proposed guidelines for the use of quad axle
groups on semi-trailers and B-Doubles were today described as a “missed opportunity
for productivity gains” by ATA chief executive, Stuart St Clair. |
| 20 November 2006 |
| ATA & Scania Launch Young Truck Driver Competition |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) and truck manufacturer Scania
joined forces to find Australia’s best young truck driver, it was announced today.
The joint initiative, called the Young Australian Truck Driver (YATD) competition,
is aimed at developing the skills of young truck drivers and attracting more young
people into the trucking industry. |
| 16 November 2006 |
| Retail Safety Code Supported by Trucking Industry |
|
A new code of conduct encompassing some of Australia’s largest retail and
logistics companies is a “step in the right direction” according to the ATA chief
executive. |
| 15 November 2006 |
| Maintenance Excellence Recognised at TMC Awards Dinner |
Community minded industry champion Wally Cox was this week named winner of
the 9th annual Craig Roseneder Award for Technical and Maintenance Excellence
in a Workshop by an Individual. |
| Technical Conference Hits New Record Attendance |
| More than 500 delegates attended this year’s Technical and Maintenance Conference, which concluded late yesterday. |
| 10 November 2006 |
| 2006 Technical Conference to be Biggest Yet Says ATA |
The 2006 ATA/ARTSA Technical and Maintenance Conference was today predicted
by the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) to be by far the biggest in the history
of the event. |
| 9 November 2006 |
| ATA Farewells Industry Champion |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) today issued a statement recognising the
long and dedicated service to the trucking industry of long-standing contributor
Bob Angus.
“Bob was remarkable for the understated nature in which he carried out his task.
He did not seek recognition; he just wanted to contribute to the development
of the industry in a constructive and positive fashion,” said ATA Chair Trevor Martyn. |
| 31 October 2006 |
| Succesful Safety Drive Raises Awareness |
|
The 2006 Tarcutta to Tamworth Safety Drive raised awareness of road sharing
while highlighting the need for infrastructure improvements in regional areas,
according to ATA chief executive Stuart St Clair. |
| 30 October 2006 |
| Economy & Industry to Benefit from Cleaner Fuels Funding |
|
Today’s Cleaner Fuels announcement by the Australian Government is a win for
industry and the environment according to the Australian Trucking Association (ATA),
the peak representative body for the trucking industry. |
| 13 October 2006 |
| Politicians Support Trucking Industry's Drive For Safety |
|
More than 25 federal politicians this week met with ATA chief executive
Stuart St Clair in support of the 2006 ATA National Drive For Safety. |
| ATA Calls for Fair Share of 'Skills for the Future' |
|
The Australian Trucking Association today called for a fair allocation of funding
to road transport under the new Skills for the Future program. |
| 9 October 2006 |
| ATA Submission Comes with Call for Consistency |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) today called for regulatory consistency between jurisdictions after lodging a submission to the National Transport Commission’s (NTC) consultation on driving hours and fatigue management. |
| 6 October 2006 |
| ATA Chief and Champion Driver Team Up for Safety |
|
Australian Trucking Association (ATA) chief executive, Stuart St Clair, and
2006 National Professional Driver of the Year, Mr Lloyd George, will this
month drive between the Truck Driver Memorial Services at Tarcutta and
Tamworth to raise awareness of road safety. |
| 29 September 2006 |
| ATA to Lodge Submission to Inquiry |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) will lodge a submission to the
Senate Employment and Workplace Relations and Education Committee’s
Inquiry into Workforce Challenges in the Transport Industry. |
| 27 September 2006 |
| PC Draft a step towards productivity gains says ATA |
|
The Australian Trucking Association said the Productivity Commission’s discussion
draft report on road and rail freight infrastructure pricing was a positive step towards
the industry achieving long-term productivity gains. |
| 24 September 2006 |
| ATA Welcomes Vaile's Return to Transport |
|
Peak national body for the road freight transport industry, the ATA, has welcomed
the appointment of Mark Vaile as the new Minister for Transport and Regional
Services following a Ministerial reshuffle announced by the Prime Minister today. |
| 20 September 2006 |
| Better Road Networks to Increase Efficiency Says ATA |
|
New Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS) and Bureau of Transport
and Regional Economics (BTRE) findings on the road transport industry
in Australia demonstrate the need for better road networks to further increase
efficiency, according to an ATA statement today. |
| 6 September 2006 |
| Infrastructure Needed to Sustain Growth Warns ATA |
|
Strong growth figures in the road transport sector for the June quarter,
while welcome, cannot be sustained without improvements in infrastructure,
the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) said today. |
| 24 August 2006 |
| Trucking Industry Drives Home Safety Message |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) today released the first details
for the 2006 National Drive For Safety, one of its major road safety initiatives. |
| 22 August 2006 |
| Safety Trailer Makes its Final Journey |
|
The Australian Trucking Association's long-running Safety Education trailer
will commence its final journey to the Alice Springs Road Transport Hall of
Fame today where it will take its place as a permanent historical display. |
| 21 August 2006 |
| Appointment to Expand NTC Horizons Says ATA |
|
The ATA has welcomed the appointment of new National Transport Commission
Chief Executive Officer, Nick Dimopoulos. |
| 17 August 2006 |
| New Fatigue Regulations a Mask for Failures |
|
A statement issued today the ATA called on state roads Ministers to get serious
about delivering adequate rest areas instead of hiding their failures behind
draconian fatigue regulations. |
| 21 July 2006 |
| Technical & Maintenance Conference Set for Another Big Year |
|
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has recently released the first details
for the 2006 ATA/ARTSA Technical and Maintenance Conference, to be held
at the Moonee Valley Function Centre from 12 to 14 November this year. |
| 13 July 2006 |
| Transport Key to COAG Agenda |
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Improvement of productivity in the transport sector should be high on the
agenda of tomorrow’s Council of Australian Governments (COAG) meeting
to ensure Australia’s continued economic success, according to the ATA. |
| 10 July 2006 |
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NTC Fatigue Proposal Unrealistic Says ATA |
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In a statement today the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has identified the
National Transport Commission’s (NTC) fatigue penalties proposal as being
out of touch with the real world and problematic for the industry. |
| 4 July 2006 |
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Key Appointment Strengthens ATA Commitment to Reform |
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The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) is pleased to announce the appointment
of Mr David Coonan to the new role of National Manager Heavy Vehicle Regulation.
The role will focus on strengthening the linkage between the ATA and the
National Transport Commission (NTC). |
| 1 July 2006 |
| Higher Mass Limits Progress in New South Wales |
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The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has welcomed the announcement
by NSW Roads Minister The Hon Eric Roozendaal MLC, of an expanded
Higher Mass Limit network in NSW to operate from today. |
| 23 June 2006 |
| Green Light for Fuel Tax Bill |
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The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has welcomed the passage of the Fuel Tax Bill 2006 through the Senate overnight. |
| 16 June 2006 |
| Most Truck Drivers Doing the Right Thing, Says ATA |
The vast majority of truck drivers drive safely and at an appropriate speed, claimed the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) following a National Transport Commission (NTC) report released this week. |
| 9 June 2006 |
| Trucking Convention Heads to Cairns |
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The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) announced today that Cairns would be the location for the 2007 Australian Trucking Convention, to be held from April 10 to 14 next year. |
| 6 June 2006 |
| NTC Chief Executive Resigns |
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NTC Commissioner and Chief Executive Officer, Tony Wilson, has resigned. The ATA wishes him well for the future. |
| 1 June 2006 |
| Fuel Tax Transition a Win for Small Trucking Businesses |
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Today’s announcement of a two year transition period for fuel tax credits claims from July 1 2006 is a major win for small trucking businesses across Australia according to chief executive of the Australian Trucking Association (ATA), Mr Stuart St Clair, “the ATA has expressed the trucking industry’s concerns about cash flow impacts under the move to the new system, and the Australian Government has listened to these concerns. This is a sensible outcome for all.” |
| 24 May 2006 |
| ATA Makes Submission to Fuel Tax Inquiry |
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The cash flow of many trucking businesses will be significantly impacted on according to an Australian Trucking Association (ATA) submission lodged today to a Senate Inquiry on the new Fuel Tax Credit System, which comes into effect on July 1 this year. |
| 12 May 2006 |
| ATA Responds to Transport Pricing Review |
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The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has today lodged its initial submission to the Productivity Commission review of land transport pricing, outlining its views on possible approaches to transport pricing in Australia. |
| 9 May 2006 |
| Road Freight Infrastructure Announcement a Win for Australia's Economy |
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Today’s Federal Budget announcement of an additional $2.4 billion in road and rail projects under AusLink provides a strong foundation for Australia’s continued economic success, according to the Australian Trucking Association (ATA). |
| 9 May 2006 |
| Trucking Industry Welcomes Government Commitment to Transport |
| Today’s Federal Budget is a strong signal of support for Australia’s trucking industry, according to Australian Trucking Association (ATA) chief executive, Mr Stuart St Clair. |
| 28 April 2006 |
| Trucking Industry Welcomes NTC Appointments |
| The trucking industry has welcomed key National Transport Commission (NTC) appointments announced this week by Minister for Transport and Regional Services, Warren Truss. |
| 26 April 2006 |
| Martyn Takes Up the Chairmanship |
| Well-respected industry figure, Mr Trevor Martyn, has commenced his term as ATA chairman following the Australian Trucking Convention last week. |
| 26 April 2006 |
| Industry's Best Recognised at National Trucking Awards |
| The winners of the 2006 National Trucking Industry Awards were announced at the Australian Trucking Convention Awards Gala Dinner on Saturday night. |
| 24 April 2006 |
| Australian Trucking Convention a Huge Success |
| The 2006 Australian Trucking Convention, held last week on the Gold Coast, was hailed by attendees as one of the most successful ever. |
| 18 April 2006 |
| Transport Ministers to Address Trucking Industry |
| Federal Minister for Transport and Regional Services, the Hon Warren Truss MP, and Queensland Minister for Transport, the Hon Paul Lucas MP, will be among the key speakers at the Australian Trucking Convention this week. |
| 13 April 2006 |
| Share the Road for a Safe Easter Break |
| All road users need to take extra care on the roads this Easter long weekend, chief executive of the Australian Trucking Association, Mr Stuart St Clair, said today. |
| 11 April 2006 |
| Trucking Industry Gears Up for National Convention |
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Over 700 of Australia’s leading road transport operators, suppliers and
government representatives will meet at the trucking industry’s national annual
convention next week. |
| 31 March 2006 |
| ATA Welcomes Fuel Scheme Boundary Changes |
The Fuel Tax Bill now in Federal Parliament will abolish metropolitan boundaries
for the diesel grant, introduce emission conditions on older trucks and change
grant claiming methods. |
| 27 March 2006 |
| Finalists Announced for National Trucking Industry Awards |
The finalists for the 2006 National Trucking Industry Awards have been announced
by the Australian Trucking Association (ATA) today, following a record number of
entries across all award categories. |
| 23 March 2006 |
| Cyclone Larry to Impact on Transport Costs |
| Transport costs in Far North Queensland are under pressure in the wake of Cyclone Larry, according to the Australian Trucking Association (ATA). |
| 21 March 2006 |
| Rejection of Truck Charge Hikes a Win for Australia's Economy |
The overwhelming NO vote by Australia’s Transport Ministers in response to recommendations for increased net diesel excise and truck registration charges
is a great step towards continued transport efficiency and productivity, according
to chief executive of the ATA, Stuart St Clair. |
| 17 March 2006 |
| ACT Government to Vote No to Increased Truck Charges |
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has welcomed the decision of the
ACT Government to oppose increased truck registration and fuel excise charges. |
| Australian Government Proves Commitment to Growing Transport Task |
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has welcomed today’s major
announcement by Federal Transport Minister Warren Truss that he will vote no
to National Transport Commission (NTC) recommendations to increase truck
registration and fuel excise charges. |
| 1 March 2006 |
| NSW Jeopardises National Truck Driver Fatigue Reform |
Trucking operators will find it difficult to comply with ill-considered new heavy fatigue
laws that come into effect in New South Wales today, according to the Australian Trucking Association (ATA). |
| 22 February 2006 |
| South Australia Leads the Way on Transport Charges |
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has applauded the leadership of South Australian Transport Minister, Patrick Conlon, in opposing increases in truck
registration and fuel excise charges. |
| 12 February 2006 |
| Small Business Under Threat From Transport Cost Hikes |
Small business will suffer major cost increases under recommendations currently
being considered by federal and state governments, according to the ATA. |
| 10 February 2006 |
| Road-Rail Pricing Review Long Overdue, Says Trucking Industry |
The announcement of a Productivity Commission review into land transport pricing, following the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) meeting today,
is long overdue according to the peak body for the trucking industry, the Australian Trucking Association (ATA). |
| 8 February 2006 |
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Truck Charge Hikes Will Damage Economy, Warns Industry |
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) warned in a statement today that the
Prime Minister and Premiers need to be cautious about recent suggestions in the
media that the Council of Australian Governments (COAG) meeting this coming
Friday may endorse an economic reform program that would include increased
truck registration and fuel excise charges. |
| 20 January 2006 |
| Stuart St Clair appointed ATA Chief Executive |
The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) is pleased to announce the appointment
of Stuart St Clair as Chief Executive, replacing Chris Althaus, who resigned from the
role in early December. |
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