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T45 YEARS STRONG:
LRTAWA Annual Conference Celebrates Milestone with Big Ideas, Big Voices, and a Big Future
By Jan Cooper - Chief Executive Officer, LRTAWA
he morning sun broke over the picturesque Swan Valley as delegates rolled into the Novotel Vines Resort.
On the 23rd August 2025, the Livestock and Rural Transport Association of Western Australia (LRTAWA) marked its 45th annual conference.
For nearly half a century, the conference has been the flagship gathering of WA’s livestock and rural transport industry: a meeting place for operators, policy-makers, sponsors, and industry voices who share a deep commitment to keeping rural transport moving safely, sustainably, and proudly into the future.
This year’s event didn’t disappoint. Packed with heavyweight speakers, honest conversations, and plenty of camaraderie,
the day struck a perfect balance between serious business and the strong sense of community that underpins WA’s rural transport sector.
Master of Ceremonies Mark Talbot got the morning off to a good start introducing LRTAWA President Ben Sutherland to welcome more than 100 delegates to the event. Ben’s journey from Coleraine in Victoria to becoming one of WA’s most recognisable industry advocates is well known. His leadership during the “Keep the Sheep” campaign cemented his reputation as a determined voice for rural transporters and rural communities. Mr Sutherland reflected on the challenging year that had just passed noting the Federal government decision to phase out
L-r: – Mark Talbot, Cliff Atkinson, Matt Henderson, Natasha Harley, Peter Warburton, seated Clayton Cowling
Minister Stojkovski opens the conference
Mark Harvey Sutton Australian Live Export Council
Outside sponsor display
The Federal government decision to phase out live export by sea by 2028 had a devastating effect on rural WA
live export by sea by 2028 had a devastating effect on rural WA. He said the LRTAWA played a prominent role in defending rural communities and its members’ businesses and had supported the ‘Keep the Sheep’ movement. Despite the disappointment of the campaign, he took some positives from the experience.
‘Firstly, I don’t believe we have ever witnessed unity between rural representatives like we saw during this campaign’.
‘We can take heart from our ability to work together when we need to’.
‘We sent a message to government that while it may have had a win this time around, we are well organised and can muster opposition quickly’.
‘The support from people in the city was also a much-needed shot in the arm for rural people at a time when morale was low’.
‘To see them standing on the side of the road as our convoys went past was humbling and appreciated and I thank them very sincerely’.
‘For me as president of an association, this experience has demonstrated the importance of belonging to an industry group’.
‘Without the might and organisation of
our respective groups the campaign would not have got off the ground and I think that is a lesson well worth remembering for the future’ he said.
Mr Sutherland said pushing back on the new road train signs initiative, which would have imposed extraordinary costs on industry was also a significant achievement for the year.
The support of more than 50 sponsors was clearly evident on the day with impressive displays of trucks, transport equipment and services contributing to a trade fair atmosphere outside the formalities of the conference room.
The Hon. Jessica Stojkovski MLA, Minister Assisting the Minister for Transport opened the conference. The Minister said the State Government was on the home stretch of finalising a longawaited regional freight strategy, with plans to release it by the end of the year.
The Regional Freight Plan will replace the 2013 WA Regional Freight Network Transport Plan and will guide government and industry investment between 2025 and 2035.
Ms Stojkovski said her role as Minister Assisting the Minister for Transport involved
looking after policy for the movement of freight in and out, and around WA.
At the conclusion of her speech, Ms Stojkovski presented long time rural transporter, David Fyfe with life membership of the association.
Life membership she said is not given lightly. It recognises long service and commitment to rural transport and the people who make it what it is.
Transport and trucks are in Mr Fyfe’s DNA. As a child he joined his father picking up kegs of beer for the local hotel. As a teenager he worked on farms in the Great Southern region, including as a shearer which enabled him to fund his first share of a truck– a single drive G88 Volvo and bogie two deck sheep crate. Later he and his wife Christine, purchased their own truck, had it painted in Brunswick green and began Fyfe Transport servicing Lake Grace and surrounding areas.
David has been a passionate advocate for rural communities and rural transport, taking a particular interest in driver facilities and safety bays where his calls for more, and improved, areas for rest have been heard loud and clear for many years.
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Kevin Kelly, Truck Centre and Cameron Byrom, Combined Logistics listen intently to one of the presentations
Mr Max Winkless accepts his gift in recognition of his long-standing support for rural transport. The award was presented by Hon Klasey Hirst MLC
He has been a long serving member of the LRTAWA committee serving as treasurer for seven years and president for four years and a committee member for much longer. He is currently a vice president of the ALRTA. His committee contribution to the work of the LRTAWA goes back almost 30 years.
Main Roads WA. Chief Operating Officer Des Snook and Heavy Vehicle Services Director Michael Buba provided an update on major infrastructure projects and service improvements.
Mr Buba told transporters that the Harvest Mass Management Scheme was in for some changes saying it was a success but needed some fine-tuning.
Main Roads is working with CBH to capture more data to improve the scheme including reporting and spill management.
From continuing the Bindoon Bypass and the Tonkin Highway extension, delegates heard how billions of dollars’ worth of upgrades are reshaping the state’s freight corridors.
Just as important were the service innovations: digital permit applications, the RAV mapping tool, and a commitment to reducing red tape.
Mr Snook and Mr Buba responded to more than 30 questions from the floor ranging from queries about road maintenance, truck parking and driver amenities.
Ms Kerryn Mickle from Rural West reminded attendees that behind every truck
Mr Buba told transporters that the Harvest Mass Management Scheme was in for some changes
and trailer is a family, a balance sheet, and sometimes, a fair bit of stress.
Rural West provides free, confidential financial counselling to farmers and small businesses facing financial stress. Drawing on over 30 years in agriculture Ms Mickle spoke with empathy and authority about the risks of mounting debt, sudden industry change, and the uncertainty still gripping parts of the sheep industry.
Her message was one of hope and practicality, ‘Take early action, talk to your networks, and don’t wait until it’s too late. We’re here to help you refocus, assess risk, and forward plan.’
One of the most powerful sessions of the morning came from Sharon Middleton AM of Whiteline Transport and KJK Legal consultant Neville John. Ms Middleton’s company has been involved in a selfdescribed ‘nightmare’ legal battle with South Australian Police and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator for four years. The case followed a tragic accident that resulted in charges against a driver and the company for allegedly breaching fatigue rules.
Together, Ms Middleton and her legal counsel, Mr John unpacked Operation Prosecute, the landmark case that rocked the transport industry and tested the company’s resolve. Sharon, a driving force in the South Australian industry and an Order of Australia Medal recipient, shared her lived experience with candour and passion. Mr John, who recently retired from
KJK Legal after decades in compliance and enforcement law, added the legal context and lessons learned.
The presentation was raw, honest, and resonated deeply with a room full of people who know just how thin the line between risk and reward can be in transport. A room full of people who understand that the day to day demands of business can sometimes overshadow the importance of administrative systems.
The NHVR last year withdrew all charges against Whiteline, the Middletons and all 23 of its drivers after the Adelaide Magistrates Court refuted much of the prosecutor’s evidence in preliminary trial hearings.
Ms Middleton urged transporters to make sure their records were ‘spotless’.
‘It’s fine to have a good legal team behind you but you have to do the hard yards yourself and give them something to work with’, she said.
Mark Harvey-Sutton, CEO of the Australian Livestock Exporters’ Council, brought the recent campaign to save live sheep exports to life. He said the campaign didn’t change the election result, but the ‘Keep the Sheep’ movement delivered a powerful warning to governments: if you target agriculture, expect a fight.
He also rejected the hand-wringing from people who feared damaging political relationships by taking this battle head on, pointing to Agriculture Minister Julie Collins’ visit to an Indonesian cattle feedlot
Des Snook, Main Roads
Dr Nick Mabbott
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as a sign of respect for the live export industry even after the robust campaign.
‘If you’re not willing to stand against something that’s wrong, are you really doing your job?
‘If you do your job professionally, you can still work with governments, even after going to war,’ he said.
Mr Harvey Sutton also drew attention to the state-of-the art livestock facilities in the Middle East and Indonesia that have been built as a direct result of Australia’s influence.
Delegates were treated to a lively and engaging session from Dr Nick Mabbott, Director of Beyond Midnight Consulting. With more than 27 years of experience in sleep and fatigue risk management, Dr Mabbott is an authority on the science of sleep and always delivers his message with humour and common sense advice.
From the dangers of ‘driving without awareness’ to the benefits of tart cherries, pistachios, and a good walk in the sun, Dr Nick’s message was clear: your health is your licence to keep going.
He left attendees with a simple but powerful challenge- ‘Aim for 7.5 hours of sleep every 24 hours. If you’re under five –don’t drive.’
While the sessions drew headlines, the heart of the day lay in the conversations with sponsors and industry colleagues at the breaks and after the conference formalities. The sponsor convoy elicited some good old fashioned competitiveness, as did the bucking bull the previous evening. Following a relaxed sundowner, company pride was put on the line when business owners tried their hand at staying on the bull the longest and trying not to be outdone by the younger generation.
At the annual dinner on Saturday the crowd was entertained by Sharon Middleton who sang a medley of Olivia Newton John songs. A highlight of the evening was a presentation to Truck Centre’s Max Winkless in recognition of his many years of support to the Association as a sponsor. The presentation was made on behalf of the LRTAWA by Hon. Klasey Hirst MLC representing the Minister for Agriculture and Food.
The dinner was as much about community as it was about business and the traditional generosity of rural transporters and their sponsors was once again on show, with more than $50,000 raised for the Perth Children’s Hospital, the Convoy for Kids and to help a Brunswick family through a devastating cancer diagnosis for two of their children.
As plates were cleared and the night wound down, one thing was clear: the LRTAWA’s 45th conference wasn’t just a milestone; it was a statement of intent.
This industry has weathered storms, faced down bans, and navigated economic headwinds. Yet it stands tall because of its people; the drivers, owners, advocates, sponsors and families who carry livestock and rural freight across some of the toughest roads in Australia.
From Main Roads projects to live export debates, from financial counselling to fatigue science, the day’s sessions all pointed to one truth - that the future of rural transport will demand resilience, collaboration, and vision. And if the energy in the Barrett Lennard Room was anything to go by, WA’s transporters are more than ready for the road ahead.
Tim Montague Montague Transport, & Mark Talbot Western Roads Federation
Mark Harvey Sutton, CEO Australian Live Export Association chats to Danah Montague, Montague Transport. Digby Stretch, VP Pastoralists and Graziers Association with his back to the camera
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MFROM THE PUBLISHER
y sincere thanks to Donna Vawdrey who is one of Toots Holzheimer daughters and penned her biography ‘Toots – Woman in a Man’s World’ for giving WA Transport Magazine permission to publish the book each month in the magazine. I would have loved to have met Toots – a tough lady with a wicked sense of humour who is undoubtably one of Australia’s most legendary and most recognised truck drivers.
Toots story is important – especially for the new generations. It teaches resilience and tenacity and Alice Homewood from Wondinong Station in Western Australia paid homage to Toots at ‘Book Week’ a highlight of the school year for parents and children and certainly got into the spirit with her tribute to her (front cover).
If you would like to get the book ‘Toots – Woman in a Man’s World’ along with Toots merchandise visit https:// toots-thebook.com.au
In this edition we cover the highly successful LRTAWA Annual Conference, Dowerin Field Day and all the news and views from actual transport operators and regulators from the Western Australian transport industry.
As always, thank you to everyone who supports the magazine and remember if you would like to receive the digital edition (11 per year) free of charge just email me at karen@angrychicken.com.au
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2 – 6 LRTAWA Annual Conference Highlights
8 Main Roads News – Multi Agency Blitz in Coolgardie 9 Upgrades completed at Great Northern Highway and Rutland Road 12 Regional road safety program expanded to Local Government roads 13 Caution period over as safety camera enforcement starts 8 October 14 Integration of Euro VI vehicles into PBS Scheme
15 Western Roads Federation cautions Government on resilience plan
16 $1.1 Billion Investment Package to Secure Low Carbon Fuel Future
17 Western Roads Federation - Transport Company Insolvencies
18 CLOCS-A – Improving safety during construction-related transport activities
20 State subsidy supports record share of container freight on rail
22 Potholes could be a thing of the past
23 Could WA be set for another mining boom?
24 It’s time to get your Super in shape
26 Dowerin Field Days
28 Toots – Woman in a Man’s World
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WA harvest season underway –October to February
With harvest season underway from October to February, Main Roads is urging heavy vehicle operators to ensure their transport routes are approved. Whether you’re moving grain from paddock to receiver or navigating through regional areas, confirming your route is critical for a smooth season. Heavy Vehicle Transport Inspectors will be actively monitoring compliance and ensuring vehicles are travelling on approved routes. Operators and drivers found using unapproved roads may face penalties, so it’s important to be
proactive and check ahead to avoid potential safety issues, delays or fines. Further information on the Harvest Mass Management Scheme (HMMS), including accessing the Order and HMMS Business Rules, can be found on our website at www.mainroads. wa.gov.au/heavy-vehicles/permit-orderscheme/harvest-mass-managementscheme-hmms/ Planning ahead, checking your access, and working together will help ensure a safe and successful harvest for all.
Main Roads at FeNaCING Festival in Karratha – 2 to 3 August 2025
Heavy Vehicle Services (HVS) partnered with the Pilbara Regional office to represent Main Roads at the FeNaClNG Festival in Karratha – an energetic and well-attended celebration of local culture, industry and community spirit. Celebrating its 53rd year, the event drew thousands of visitors for two days of entertainment, engagement and educational outreach.
One of the standout attractions at the Main Roads display was the Traffic Escort Vehicle, which consistently drew attention and served as a conversation starter. Many visitors were curious about the role of a Traffic Escort Warden (TEW) and approached staff for information.
The region received strong interest from the community on the topic of road safety, including encountering oversize vehicles, which is a daily experience for locals but one that many travellers are not necessarily familiar with. Others shared their feedback about key transport routes in the region. These interactions provided valuable feedback from local residents and travellers alike.
There were many conversations about how unpredictable road conditions can be, the importance of staying alert, slowing down, and giving extra space especially around large trucks and road trains, along with the need to keep an eye out for straying animals, particularly at dawn and dusk.
Multi-Agency Safety Blitz in Coolgardie –June 2025
In June, the Main Roads Transport Compliance Inspectors worked with the Goldfields-Esperance Network Operations team who ran Operation Webber. This major road safety and compliance operation included WA Police and was conducted at the Coolgardie Road Train Assembly Area (RTAA). More than 400 light and heavy vehicles were stopped and inspected during the joint blitz which targeted heavy vehicle safety, driver compliance and road network integrity at a key junction along WA's EastWest freight route.
The coordinated effort involved:
• Goldfields-Esperance region’s Network Operations team
• 18 WA Police officers, including traffic enforcement and drug detection teams
• Two Drug Detection Dogs
• Four Heavy Vehicle Transport Compliance Inspectors
Throughout the day, Transport Compliance Inspectors conducted comprehensive assessments of heavy vehicle roadworthiness, mass and load restraint, work diary records, and fatigue management. WA Police focused on enforcement actions including drug detection, impaired driving, identifying unlicensed drivers and unregistered vehicles as well as other criminal matters.
The Goldfields-Esperance Network Operations team managed traffic control, logistics and site planning to ensure the Coolgardie RTAA functioned safely and efficiently throughout the operation. Their support was critical in accommodating the high volume of vehicle inspections while minimising disruption to freight movements and the travelling public.
The Operation demonstrated the benefits of working collaboratively with enforcement partners, to not only monitor vehicle compliance on the road network but also foster a culture of safety and accountability within the transport industry.
This joint initiative forms part of an ongoing regional strategy to reduce heavy vehicle incidents and improve safety outcomes for all road users within the Goldfields-Esperance region.
Upgrades completed at Great Northern Highway and Rutland Road
Anew three-legged, single-lane roundabout is now fully operational at the intersection of Great Northern Highway and Rutland Road, just north of the Bullsbrook township.
The roundabout replaces the previously unsignalised T-junction at this busy location and was designed to deliberately slow traffic on all approaches, resulting in improved overall safety, traffic flow efficiency and reduced congestion.
The $10.5 million project was funded through the Road Trauma Trust Account and delivered by Main Roads in close collaboration with the City of Swan, who consulted on critical aspects of construction including traffic management and environmental impacts.
Transport Minister Rita Saffioti said, “This intersection is incredibly busy and sees more than 8,000 vehicles every day, with around 11 per cent of these being heavy vehicles.
“The previous unsignalised layout was
no longer sustainable or safe, given the significant increase in vehicle numbers we have seen.
“Our State Government is committed to continually improving safety on the road network. The upgrade at this vital Bullsbrook location will mean smoother journey times for all commuters, and in particular, the heavy vehicle industry.”
Road Safety Minister Reece Whitby said, “This important upgrade has been funded through the State Government’s Road Trauma Trust Account (RTTA), a critical program which receives 100 per cent of the revenue resulting from photographic speed and red-light camera fines.
“It is pleasing to see money from the
RTTA being utilised for important road safety initiatives such as this project, which will make the journey safer for road users in this north-eastern precinct.”
Swan Hills MLA Michelle Maynard said, “Local residents know how challenging this intersection was to navigate, with long wait times often resulting in people taking risks.
“We've listened to the community and acted to make this intersection and our road network safer for all.
“The new design is significantly better and can support the large number of vehicles that travel through here every day, making it safer and easier for people to move around our community.”
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A FAIR GO FOR OWNER DRIVERS by Ray Pratt
STOP LOWERING THE BAR FOR TRUCK DRIVERS IN WESTERN AUSTRALIA
Let’s be blunt, Western Australia’s roads are brutal and trucks and road trains are big and heavy and need qualified drivers to operate them. One mistake can kill and driving in this state takes discipline, training, and respect.
So why are we letting people jump behind the wheel without any of these prerequisites?
The shortage of truck drivers in all states has been with us for years now and the only change we have seen is an influx of foreign drivers entering our country to fill the gap and many of these drivers are from India.
This isn’t a rant about picking on Indian truck drivers - I’ve met many over the years and like all people of all nationalities the majority are very pleasant and courteous and to their credit all they want to do is work hard and succeed in this great country of ours.
An opportunity exists for migrants to fill the gaps left by Australian truck drivers who’ve had enough of long hours, low pay or lack of incentive to make truck driving a profession they are interested in.
But let’s be clear… too many of these new arrivals are simply not ready for Western Australian road conditions. I’ve seen it myself, poor overtaking, hesitation with road trains, dangerous mis-judgments and I am not alone in these observationsask any Aussie driver who’s been out there.
This isn’t about racism it is about having ‘standards. We have all seen the videos of roads in India where rules are loose and survival depends on pushing through the mess.
I’ve seen it myself, poor overtaking, hesitation with road trains, dangerous mis-judgments and I am not alone in these observations
Here, trucking is built on strict fatigue laws, load limits, and decades of lessons learned the hard way by those who came before us. When you drop an unprepared driver into our system the cracks show and that is not the driver’s fault – it is the fault of the system.
The number of accidents prove this and we are witnessing far too many serious crashes involving inexperienced migrant drivers. Yet, government keeps waving them in like their lives and ours mean nothing.
Licences are treated like tickets at the door, training is patchy and testing is light. And the rest of us are left to share the road with big heavy trucks in the hands of someone who is still learning.
Meanwhile, Aussie drivers are leaving because they value their lives and feel fed-up and undervalued as they watch as corners are cut and their industry is hollowed out. Our industry suffers more as it loses experience and, in its place, we get desperation and newcomers are thrown in at the deep end without the
tools they need to succeed.
Here is the truth. Indian drivers, as in most countries are here to stay. The freight won’t move without them but wanting to work hard isn’t enough for anyone on the road who values safety. This job kills people who make mistakes. If we don’t train them properly, we set them up to fail — and we endanger everyone else on the road.
We don’t hand a scalpel to an untrained surgeon. We don’t let a rookie pilot take off without hours in a simulator. So why do we let anyone climb into a road train without serious, Australia-specific training? It’s reckless, it’s negligent and it’s costing lives.
The fix is obvious – there must be mandatory transition training with proper mentoring with experienced drivers. There must be ‘real’ testing on WA roads before any migrant is cut loose with any large truck - B-double or triple. Not a suggestion, a requirement.
Until that happens, every one of us is rolling the dice every time we overtake a truck.
This isn’t about shutting doors - it’s about setting ‘one’ standard for all truck drivers on Australian roads. One bar for everyone — Australian or migrant with no shortcuts and no excuses. Because when you’re hauling 100 tonnes across a desert highway, there’s no margin for error.
We either lift the standards now as a country — or keep reading about preventable tragedies until the message finally sinks in. Keep it safe, Ray Pratt.
Regional road safety program expanded to Local Government roads
The State Government's landmark Regional Road Safety Program (RRSP) will be expanded to local government roads for the first time, with the announcement of 27 new projects.
The RRSP was established in 2020 to address run-off and head-on road crashes, one of the leading causes of serious injuries and deaths on regional roads. Since the program was established, around $1 billion has been invested to upgrade roughly 10,000km of the regional road network with cost effective treatments such as sealed shoulders and audible edge and centre lines.
Up until now, the program has been focused on State-controlled roads, but an investment of $125 million by the State Government over the next five years who are seeking a matching contribution
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from the Federal Government will see it expanded to local roads.
A total of $39 million will be invested across the 27 new local road projects will see 428km of local government roads upgraded.
Analysis undertaken by the UWA Centre for Road Safety Research across 163 RRSP projects, comprising of nearly 5,000km of regional roads, showed a 50 per cent reduction in fatalities and 35 per cent reduction in serious injuries when compared to the previous five years.
With such significant results being observed on State roads, the State Government has been working with both the Western Australian Local Government Association (WALGA) and RAC to demonstrate strong justification for the program to be rolled out to Local
Government roads.
The expansion of the program recognises the significant road trauma on the Local Government network, which accounts for 44 per cent of regional fatalities and serious injuries.
WALGA president Karen Chappel said, “WALGA has extensively advocated to both the State and Australian governments calling for co-funding to provide road safety measures to more than 8,000 kilometres of the Regional Road Network.
“WA Local Governments manage and are responsible for the WA Local Government road network, which totals more than 127,900 kilometres - that's around 88 per cent of the road network in WA, and this funding is vital in improving road safety across WA.”
Caution period over as safety camera enforcement starts 8 October
Western Australian drivers have been given early notice that cutting-edge safety cameras that can detect mobile phone, seatbelt and speeding offences will start issuing infringement notices and fines/demerit points from 8 October.
Over the course of the seven-month caution notice period, there has been a notable decrease in offences detected by the safety cameras.
Between February and August, mobile phone offences detected by the safety camera trailers have dropped nearly 60 per cent and those detected by fixed cameras dropped by 33 per cent.
Seatbelt offences detected by the trailers also dropped by 34 per cent and 41 per cent by the fixed cameras.
Of those seatbelt and mobile phone offences in that period, more than 60,000 caution notices have been issued to warn
and give drivers an opportunity to change their behaviour.
Six safety camera trailers operating in the Perth metropolitan area, Great Southern and Mid West, and fixed cameras on the Kwinana Freeway have detected more than 275,000 mobile phone, seatbelt and speeding offences since February.
These safety cameras are the most advanced in the nation and have the capability of detecting multiple offences simultaneously, including speeding, illegal mobile phone use, and the improper use of a seatbelt.
The safety camera program is funded through the Road Trauma Trust Account, which sees 100 per cent of safety camera infringements allocated to projects and programs which reduce injuries and deaths on Western Australian roads.
Road Safety Minister Reece Whitby said, “The purpose of this caution period has
allowed drivers to adjust their behaviour without immediate financial penalties, while building community awareness of the new technology.
“Ending the caution period and marking the start of infringements marks a significant step forward in efforts to reduce road trauma and save lives on our roads.
“Seatbelts save lives, but they must be worn correctly, and you should always put your phone away while you’re driving.
“I thank those who have changed their behaviour. Road safety is an important community issue, and it is pleasing to see Western Australian drivers doing their part to keep themselves and other road users safe.”
EV growth for Australia’s clean transport future
The Electric Vehicle Council congratulates Treasurers across the country for agreeing that future road user charges “should be designed to not deter the continued take-up of electric vehicles.”
This commitment gives long-needed certainty and shows that EV adoption remains a national priority.
It enables fair, future-focused tax reform that supports, rather than hinders, Australia’s shift to cleaner, cheaper transport.
The position sends a strong market signal to manufacturers, investors, and consumers: Australia is backing EV growth. Global markets with strong EV uptake
consistently pair tax reform with support for cleaner transport and Australia is now aligning with that direction.
Electric Vehicle Council CEO Julie Delvecchio said, "This confirms that EV adoption is a national priority for Treasurers across the country and must be supported through sensible, futurefocused reform.
“It’s important that a road user charge for cars is well-designed and properlytimed; that means one charge must apply to all cars and it must only be introduced when 30 per cent of all new car sales are battery electric.
“We caution against a road user charge trial that targets electric trucks and other heavy vehicles. Such a road user charge at such an early stage of the transition would stall the shift to clean freight, drive up trucking costs, and set back Australia’s emissions goals.
“More operators are recognising the value of electric heavy vehicles, but the transition is only just beginning. Electric trucks already face the commercial obstacle of higher sticker pricesadding a tax on top will remove all the advantages that come from a lifetime of fuel savings.”
We caution against a road user charge trial that targets electric trucks and other heavy vehicles
Integration of Euro VI vehicles into PBS Scheme
The Australian Government has introduced a new emissions standard for new heavy vehicles, which aligns with the European Euro VI standard.
To support the integration of Euro VI vehicles into the PBS Scheme, an Information Sheet has been produced to provide guidance on obtaining PBS approval for these vehicles, or to support the integration of these vehicles into the Scheme.
This Information Sheet contains general details of the PBS approval process for Euro VI vehicles, from PBS Design Approval through to accessing the road network.
To find out more and access the info sheet visit www.nhvr.gov.au/files/media/ document/753/202507-1650-informationsheet-integration-of-euro-iv-vehicles-intothe-pbs-scheme.pdf?
Transport skills and workforce campaign
ATA CEO Mathew Munro and Policy Adviser Cailin Applegate met with the Shadow Minister for Skills and Workforce, Scott Buchholz, to brief him on the ATA’s skills and workforce campaign.
Mathew said the ATA had thanked Scott for championing the establishment of the driving operations apprenticeship.
“As a next step, we need the Australian Government to provide financial support for people who want to train as truck drivers, in the same way that it supports apprentice electricians and plumbers,” Mathew said.
“In our view, driving operations apprentices should receive $5,000 in support over their apprenticeship. Employers should receive $2,000 after six months and a further $3,000 after twelve months
“The Government should also offer a $1,500 completion bonus to drivers who complete one of the short driver training courses run by RTOs and supported by state governments, trucking industry associations or major companies.
“And there needs to be a national skills passport to make it easier for drivers and other workers to demonstrate their skills and qualifications. The Government consulted in early 2024 on the business case for a skills passport but did not take any further action,” he said.
Meanwhile, the ATA’s new career factsheets have experienced strong demand, with 2,900 factsheets distributed through ATA member associations, career fairs and Steering the Future during the last four months.
The new factsheets, developed with the support of ATA Foundation Sponsors bp, NTI and Volvo Trucks, explain how much a truck driver can earn before turning 25 and the path from driving a light rigid truck to a B-double or road train.
To get the factsheets visit new.truck.net.au/inroads-workforce
Western Roads Federation cautions Government on resilience plan
The Australian Government will lead the development of a National Freight Resilience Plan to ensure a consistent and coordinated response to supply chain disruptions.
The Minister for Infrastructure and Transport, Catherine King, announced the development of the plan which is part of the National Action Plan under the Government’s refreshed National Freight and Supply Chain Strategy.
The resilience plan is to be developed in 2025 and could consider issues including:
• Activation thresholds for preapproved detour routes
• The role of coastal shipping and regional air freight during outages of key land routes
• Identification of freight routes most vulnerable to disruption, and
• Opportunities for cross-jurisdictional cooperation during disruptions.
“The journey of goods from farm-gate, factory or port to the shopping aisle or building largely goes unnoticed, except in those rare instances where something in
the supply chain goes wrong.”
“As industry and consumer demands grows, it’s vital our roads, rails and ports can accommodate increasing freight movements with resilience, efficiency and emissions-reduction front of mind,” Minister King said.
A person who has long been advocating for Governments to establish proper reslience plans is Western Roads Federation (WRF) CEO Cam Dumesny.
“Australian Government officials must consult with state agencies and industry on the development of the National Freight Resilience Plan” he said.
Cam has welcomed the announcement that the Government will lead the development of the plan but is cautioning Australian Government officials that they must consult with state agencies and industry to ensure they don’t disrupt arrangements established over several years of freight disruptions.
He said that state agencies and industry had formed working arrangements in response to several years
of rising road and rail freight disruptions, especially between Western Australia, South Australia and the NT. These include:
• WA’s multi-agency and industry response to mitigate supply impacts
• The co-ordinated WA-SA-NT vulnerability response being developed following WRF’s Freight Disruption Summit
• The civilian and defence sector roundtable that WRF and NTRTA are organising to address common logistical challenges in northern Australia
• The WRF and NTRTA briefings for industry ahead of the bushfire and wet seasons.
“Based on the risk assessments presented at the briefings, transport and logistics companies can work with customers on supply plans. While WRF appreciates the Australian Government's intent for a National Freight Resilience Plan, they must understand existing arrangements before preceding to formulate any national plan,” Cam said.
Over to you
WESTERN ROADS FEDERATION
by Cam Dumesny, CEO
Transport Company Insolvencies
Business insolvency rates in Australia are at their highest levels in 25 years and albeit a slight leveling out recently, according to Creditor Watch. Insolvencies in the transport industry have almost quadrupled in the last three financial years as multiple trucking businesses have folded, often due to going driver shortages, exponentially rising costs and customers that want to pay less. This was reported in the Adelaide Advertiser 25 Aug 25, but there's similar articles in the media around Australia every week.
“Like most transport operators, the real reasons to get out are the rising costs and shortage of drivers. Customer payment terms are getting pushed out further and further, because customers are doing it hard as well." Ashley O’Connor from O’Connor Haulage on closing after 46 years (Big Rigs)
As noted above, rising operating costs, skills shortages, sham contracting, regulatory costs and delays, combined with customer pressure to reduce costs and delay payments are just some of the factors. Western Roads Federation (WRF)
$1.1 Billion Investment Package to Secure Low Carbon Fuel Future
The Federal Government is investing $1.1 billion to accelerate the supply of lowcarbon liquid fuels, to drive decarbonisation across the nation’s key industries.
They hope to turbo-charge Australia’s emerging low-carbon liquid fuels sector, strengthen the nation’s fuel security and help position Australia at the forefront of the global clean-energy transition.
Drawing on Australia’s vast agricultural base, the investment positions lowcarbon liquid fuels as a key pillar of the
government’s Net Zero strategy, enabling hard-to-abate sectors such as aviation, marine, manufacturing, transport, mining, and construction to reduce emissions without major disruption or high costs.
The announcement delivers a measures including the launch of a new ten-year Cleaner Fuels Program to attract investment for domestic fuel production, and funding that backs Australian innovation, from the farm to the fuel bowser.
These new measures build on existing initiatives, including the Sustainable Aviation Fuel Funding Initiative and the Future Made in Australia Innovation Fund - both requiring recipients to deliver benefits consistent with the Future Made in Australia Act’s community benefit principles - as well as the Government’s work to expand the Guarantee of Origin scheme to cover low-carbon liquid fuels and to establish a renewable diesel fuel quality standard.
New research scholarship into long-term health and safety of truck drivers
The long-term health and wellbeing of Australia’s truck drivers has been given a boost, with the launch of a national scholarship to support vital research.
The fully funded PhD scholarship at Monash University’s Accident Research Centre (MUARC) is supported by Australia’s largest transport and logistics insurance specialist NTI, and delivered through the National Truck Accident Research Centre (NTARC).
The NTARC Driving Health Scholarship candidate will lead the continuation of the Driving Health Initiative at Monash
University, a landmark research project that examined the physical and mental health of professional drivers across the country.
NTI’s Chief Executive Officer Janelle Greene said the project will build on the principles of the Driving Health work to date, by exploring new and emerging health risks facing professional drivers.
“This scholarship underscores a commitment to the long-term wellbeing of the people who keep Australia moving,” Ms Greene said.
"Driver health contributes to safety on our roads and the future of the industry.
By funding this research, we’re aiming to deliver actionable insights that improve policy, workplace practices, and ultimately lead to safer, healthier outcomes for drivers.”
This initiative continues the strong NTARC partnership between NTI, MUARC, and the National Road Safety Partnership Program (NRSPP). The partnership already delivers the annual Major Accident Investigation Report into the trends and causes of serious truck accidents within Australia.
PhD candidate applications are now open here. monash.az1.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/ SV_0GIbkg5tXJ4hlhY
are trying to address some of these, but there is a limit to what WRF can do, given our resources.
But we are doing something, for example here are just some of the actions WRF has been undertaking to assist the Western Australian industry.
• Sham Contracting: WRF continue to support the joint national effort by ARTIO, Transport Associations, TWU and Senator Sterle to tackle sham contracting.
• Skills Shortages: WRF is out every week promoting our industry careers to schools, job agencies, sporting clubs etc. WRF is actively working with Government on the new $17.6m Industry training facility. This only covers a small part of what WRF is
doing; members can call for more details on our other efforts.
• Rising Costs: Rising costs can be offset by productivity gains. WRF has put forward solutions, one is currently progressing. We are also offering history lessons for bureaucrats on how their “ancestors” once collaborated with industry to boost productivity that led to WA driving the Australian economy.
• Increasing Risks: Risks for transport operators are increasing on several fronts. A major one is the declining state of regional roads and major freight routes. Combinations of above average winter rains and decreasing road maintenance is creating hazardous roads, with
Rock Throwing, Retail Workers and Bus Driver Assaults
WRF is offering to work with the Australian Retailers Association and Bus Industry Confederation as they share similar issues on assaults on workers.
Rock throwing at drivers is also an assault on workers.
So, WRF will support efforts by the ARA and BIC.
potholes and cliff edges between the seal and shoulder. Poor roads damage trucks and cause accidents. Given WA already has a road toll at a 10 year high, we are pushing the Government to spend money on road maintenance.
Small Business RoundTable
Recently, I attended a very constructive roundtable with leaders of the other major Industry associations in the state. The Federal and State Opposition Small Business Ministers co-hosted the roundtable.
Many of the issues I raised earlier in the article regarding company insolvencies were raised.
I have offered to host a similar roundtable on business issues with interested members and the state opposition small business minister, Jonathan Huston.
Whether you are an owner driver or own a small fleet, small business is the heart of Australia’s economy and its being neglected.
CLOCS-A – Improving safety during construction-related transport activities
Australia is undergoing an unprecedented $200 billion major infrastructure build in our cities for at least a decade - and key to its success is trucks; without them none of these can be delivered. This means more trucks on our roads and increased risk of interactions between them and cyclists, pedestrians and motor bike riders.
CLOCS-A, or Construction Logistics and Community Safety Australia, is a national program focused on improving road safety around construction sites and during construction-related transport activities. The Standard has been collaboratively developed by representatives from industry, government, researchers and community associations and is funded by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative, supported by the Federal Government.
People make mistakes when on the roads and when it involves a truck it is often fatal. CLOCS-A is about reducing the impact of these mistakes such that all road uses are more aware and understanding and tolerant of each other on the road.
This new program is not yet in Western Australia however it is rolling out on the east coast with New South Wales CLOCS-A coming into effect. All heavy vehicles working on NSW government project must be CLOCS-A compliant. This includes implementation of technologies that are relatively low cost and easy to implement such as retro reflective tape.
CLOCs-A is an initiative inspired by the successful Construction Logistics and Community Safety (CLOCS) program in the UK. The key benefits include:
1. Enhanced Safety Standards: CLOCs-A introduces rigorous safety standards for construction trucks, including vehicle specifications, driver training, and operational protocols. These standards ensure that trucks are equipped with the latest safety technologies and that drivers are wellprepared to handle the complexities of construction logistics.
2. Community Engagement: A core component of CLOCs-A is fostering collaboration between construction companies, local authorities, and communities. By engaging with
The Minimum Mandatory Standard for all heavy vehicles complying with CLOCS-A technical requirements. Measures and technologies that are relatively low cost and easy to implement.
Class V and VI
Conspicuity Marking
Wheel-Nut Position Indicators
Fresnel Lens
Warning Signage
Rear View Cameras
Reversing Sensors
Reversing Beeper
Brightly-Coloured Drawbars
stakeholders, the initiative seeks to address local safety concerns and tailor solutions that minimize the impact of construction activities on neighbourhoods.
3. Accident Reduction: With a focus on prevention, CLOCs-A aims to significantly reduce the number of accidents involving construction trucks. By implementing measures such as improved visibility, better route planning, and enhanced driver awareness, the initiative strives to create safer roads for everyone.
CLOCs-A introduces rigorous safety standards for construction trucks, including vehicle specifications, driver training, and operational protocols
Amber Beacons
Mirrors
Bronze Membership Requirements
By AMBER WRIGHT Transport Industry Training Solutions
Amber started on the farm, licensed at 15 driving tractors and carting sheep. At Truckline she worked on brakes, learned how brake systems worked, serviced, adjusted and changed tyres and she had no idea how handy that would be through her 15-year career driving quads in the Pilbara and the Kimberly.
IJust returned from Canberra, training at the amazing Sutton Road campus after attending the Canberra Regional Oil Industry Emergency Response Group (CROIERG), Dangerous Goods Road Transport Emergency Recovery Operations for chemical tanker incidents.
It’s been on my to do list for a while and I think the more knowledge you have the better about keeping our people safe in an emergency; especially when you're in a position where you're training them.
I was joined by new ISS first responders from all over Australia where we shared knowledge and experiences from our own industries. I always thought I was pretty confident on the anatomy of a fuel tanker and how to load and unload it… but what about when its upside down or on its side; all of the factors that stack up to what could be an environmental nightmare. There has been petrol tanker roll overs, from the 80’s which spilled huge volumes of fuel into a river or wetland, that still require soil and water testing every six months and will be ongoing, which proves prevention and containment is key.
I learnt so much about the importance of first response to an accident as many truck drivers are the first on the scene including myself as well as being on a response and Investigation team for several tanker accidents over the years throughout WA. The availability of ‘free’ first aid training for truck drivers from NatRoad through Truckie First Aid, is a great targeted initiative for drivers to get some life-saving skills.
I've been conveying to my students what to do in an emergency as part of my TLILIC0001 dangerous goods licencing training. Emergency response is huge in the dangerous goods space and needs to be understood so we can confidently deal with a situation should it ever arise.
I thought I'd share a few of the things that I took away from the course and
always come up in conversation in DG and SLP training. If you are carting products with a primary or sub hazard of Class 2, 3, 4.1, 4.2 or Oxidizing Agents of 5.1 it’s really important if there is an accident that you, (especially in a chemical tanker) pull out the air-lines to isolate/close all of the pressure release valves to the stricken trailer. Isolate the truck's battery, hit the E-stop. If there's multiple vehicles in the collision you should try to isolate their batteries as well, but only if it’s safe to do so, it’s so important to control ignition sources, but if its already on fire, get out.
It's your responsibility as a dangerous goods licenced driver to take all the paperwork out of your emergency information holder, if safe to do so. These important documents include the DG Manifest, AUS/NZ Dangerous Goods Response Guidebook open the relevant UN number response page or relevant EPG and SDS Sheets if available. SDS sheets are an underrated source of information that is mainly used in the storage and handling space, but I would always recommend having the SDS sheet for the substance you are carting. Assess the situation and activate your TERP. It is essential to relay the correct information to your direct Manager/Prime Contractor or Specialist Advice number on your EIP
and paperwork so that they can deploy all of the first responders to you. Establish an exclusion zone of 800 metres to keep other unauthorised people away until the first responders, which is usually the police or the fire brigade who are on scene and can take over the situation. Being able to assist our fantastic Emergency Response and remediation crews where we can. Some basic knowledge when we're standing on the side of the road, faced with an emergency like that will give you confidence on your actions, abilities and responsibilities.
I hope this little slice of information has helped enlighten some issues or pointed out the need for further information and knowledge. If you would like more info, reach out. Stay safe, Amber
New WA Platform helps businesses determine WHS Compliance
WorkSafe WA prosecutions over the past 12 months have seen fines ranging from ranging from under $100,000 to nearly $1 million. Mining, construction and agriculture remain among WA’s most dangerous industries, but these cases highlight the compliance challenges facing all businesses operating under the state’s WHS laws.
Most recently, WorkSafe WA confirmed it is investigating a fatality at a mine site near Wiluna on 21 August 2025. While details are still emerging, the incident comes after multiple prosecutions by WorkSafe WA in the past 12 months over fatalities and serious injuries in mining, construction and related sectors.
The recent prosecutions show how regulators are holding businesses to account under WA’s WHS laws, with heavy fines imposed where obligations were not met.
Alan Tait, founder of Taits Consulting and creator of SafetyComply, has launched WA’s first digital platform purpose-built to help businesses navigate the WHS (Mines) and/or WHS (General) Regulations 2022.
“We’ve seen fines ranging from under $100,000 to nearly $1 million handed down in WA over the past year,” Mr Tait said. “The regulations are over 600 pages long and it’s easy to miss something critical. SafetyComply doesn’t replace strong safety leadership or other safety fundamentals, but it does ensure businesses can quickly find, apply and determine their compliance with the regulations.”
SafetyComply directly addresses the compliance challenge by finding regulations fast by keyword or topic, can build digital audits quickly with photo and evidence capture, regular updates made to ensure access to the latest regulations and is field- ready with the ability to complete audits offline for remote sites or where there is no connectivity.
The platform enables businesses to reduce administrative burden, demonstrate due diligence, and avoid the risk of costly compliance oversights.
State subsidy supports record share of container freight on rail
The State Government's container rail subsidy has supported a record year for the movement of container freight by rail, which has exceeded the annual 20 per cent target.
A total of 23.5 per cent of all twentyfoot equivalent unit (TEU) containers transported through Fremantle’s Inner Harbour during 2024-25, travelled by rail.
This equates to 208,699 TEUs transported by rail, the highest annual amount on record since the Carpenter Labor Government introduced a container rail subsidy of $30 per TEU in 2007 to help reduce truck volumes and congestion on metropolitan roads.
To further encourage rail freight transport, the subsidy was increased to $50 per TEU in 2018 as part of an election commitment, and the rail mode target set at the current 20 per cent.
The subsidy is paid for all loaded containers that move between the
North Quay Rail Terminal (NQRT) at Fremantle Port and intermodal terminals at Forrestfield, Kwinana, Rockingham and Kenwick. Also eligible for the subsidy are containers filled with hay that are received by rail at NQRT for international export.
As a result of the subsidy, around 141,000 one-way truck movements are estimated to have been removed from roads during 2024-25, easing pressure on road networks and improving efficiency, sustainability and road safety.
The opening in August last year of the new $25 million intermodal terminal at Kenwick, supported by the State Government, the Commonwealth Government and Arc Infrastructure, has also contributed to the significant rise in rail volumes, with an annual throughput capacity of 200,000 TEUs.
141,000 one-way truck movements are estimated to have been removed from roads during 2024-25
David Fyfe – LRTAWA Life Membership Award
The ALRTA has extended their warmest congratulations to their Vice President David Fyfe from Western Australia, who was recently awarded Life Membership of LRTAWA at their state conference.
“This is a well-deserved recognition for David's longstanding service and leadership within the rural transport community,” they said.
“David’s calm and considered approach has made him an invaluable contributor to the ALRTA National Council. We thank him for his guidance and advocacy, particularly in representing the interests of operators across Western Australia. No doubt he’ll be cheering on his beloved Dockers in the chase for premiership glory.”
There’s
no, none, zero
substitute for Police presence on the roads
By Cliff Graham
You can’t have too much police presence on the roads.
I was listening to an interview with the ABC and Police Commissioner where he was citing examples of driver’s who were filmed by the new trailer cameras in WA. I was out of phone range but wanted to ring the radio station to ask, “What is the cost to set up each of these trailers compared to the cost of having Police presence on our roads?”
He mentioned different traffic breaches, one being unrestrained children in the front seat. How is sending an infringement notice weeks after the event going to save lives compared to Police presence who can deal with it instantly?
If speed cameras are hiding in the bushes how many drink drivers and dangerous drivers have the cameras caught?
He mentioned something that alarmed me and maybe I’m not getting it ‘word for word’ but if no one is injured in a vehicle accident the Police don’t attend so who determines if it’s not deemed dangerous driving? Is anyone then ever charged with dangerous driving if no one is injured or killed and what happens to the statistics? And, what proof is there that cameras catch dangerous driving actions?
There is concern for teaching young drivers to safely overtake triple road trains but zero concern for triple road trains overtaking caravan convoys.
I was carting a double road train of cattle down the Brand highway to Muchea and in front of me were two caravans travelling at 75-80 kph with no space inbetween them to overtake one at a time.
I accepted I had zero chance of safely overtaking both of them together. No consideration that I had livestock on board, no consideration for the back up behind them… just no consideration.
When I was doing oversized loads throughout the eastern states, we were required to stop to let built up traffic behind to overtake every 20 kilometres or 20 minutes. I would give consideration to allow vehicles to pass me until you all get stuck behind two caravans. In this instance, two four-wheel drives travelling together decided to overtake the caravans and the front caravan sped up widening the gap between the caravans, maybe not deliberately, but no consideration for the safety of everyone else. There was
There is concern for teaching young drivers to safely overtake triple road trains but zero concern for triple road trains overtaking caravan convoys
oncoming traffic so the last car sped up to get around them and ironically the first approaching car was the Police who pulled both the four-wheel drives over for I assume speeding.
The Police did not see the root cause of the problem – two caravans tail gating each other for the past 100 kilometres… and they
continued drive on together oblivious to what they had caused.
I see it all the time, a huge line up of traffic behind a few caravans going north on the Brand Highway into Geraldton. Nowhere to overtake so traffic is patiently waiting until the next overtaking lane and ‘boom’ that’s where the speed camera is set up. And again, the caravans that have caused the traffic build up go past undetected and everyone else gets an infringement notice for poking over the speed limit.
This inadequacy means you get in less trouble overtaking in a dangerous situation where there’s no cameras - so how is that good for road safety?
There is a need for regulation and policing to address this plus slower vehicles who do not remain in the left lane of overtaking lanes. Having cameras in overtaking lanes is only addressing the reactions not the root causes.
Are cameras going to pick up tailgating caravans and where are the statistics on this?
In an image captured by the camera, a woman has turned to deal with a child or something on her backseat. I can point out hundreds maybe thousands of kilometres of road where the shoulders aren’t safe enough to pull over every time a dummy falls out of a baby’s mouth.
It seems to me that the present situation is promoting that drivers only be considerate when they are passing a camera and in so many cases these cameras won’t save your life immediately but you will receive an infringement in a few weeks.
There’s no, none, zero substitute for Police presence on the roads.
DHL Group Recognised as a Great Place to Work® in Australia
DHL Group, the world’s leading logistics provider, has proudly announced its certification as a Great Place to Work®, ranking top five among the Best Workplaces™ in Australia. This recognition follows a comprehensive benchmarking process in which 6,000 employees across all international business units—DHL Express, DHL Supply Chain, DHL Global Forwarding, and DHL eCommerce—were surveyed and assessed against thousands of employees across industries in Australia regarding their workplace experience, trust in leadership, company culture, and performance.
This year, 81 per cent of DHL employees reported that they consider DHL a Great Place to Work®, 20 per cent higher than the average of 60 per cent reported by typical Australian companies. This marks a positive
New Turkey Point Access Road and Bridge complete
The State Government is delivering key infrastructure for the South West with the completion of a new $34 million bridge to improve community access to Turkey Point in Bunbury.
The project is part of the Cook Government's commitment to improving local amenities and road safety, while unlocking future trade opportunities at the Port of Bunbury.
The new infrastructure includes a roundabout on Estuary Drive and a 600-metre single carriageway road passing over the Preston River via a new 90-metre-long traffic bridge.
It will create a safer route for community members accessing Turkey Point, diverting public traffic away from the Port of Bunbury, which records more than 100,000 heavy vehicle movements each year.
By separating port traffic and public road users, it will enable the Port of Bunbury to ramp up its activities into the future and drive economic growth in the South West.
trend, reflecting a five per cent increase in employee satisfaction compared to the previous year.
DHL’s commitment to a positive workplace environment is demonstrated through various global initiatives, including a strong focus on safety highlighted by World Safety Day, which educates employees on safety and mental health. The company also offers a world-class
training programme to expand employee skills. It provides staff engagement and community involvement opportunities, such as volunteering initiatives and social event celebrations, fostering camaraderie and purpose. Additionally, DHL implements employee recognition programmes that acknowledge outstanding contributions, reinforcing a culture of appreciation and motivation.
Potholes could be a thing of the past
Potholes could be a thing of the past, after a team of Monash engineers found a way to use smartphones to monitor roads - a cheaper, quicker alternative to Australia’s current road survey methods.
The smartphone method doesn’t just detect bumps, cars feed footage into an app that builds a live map of road conditions across an entire city.
The Monash team led by Dr Yihai Fang, at the ARC Smart Pavements Australia Research Collaboration (SPARC) Hub, has already trialled crowdsourcing with 22 student drivers sharing data from their phones. They now hope to expand the project in partnership with road authorities.
“The more data we get from different vehicles, phones and road conditions, the stronger the system becomes,” Dr Fang said.
“This could one day help create a citywide road health map powered by everyday drivers.”
Dr Fang said around 25 vehicles were fitted with smartphones and driven along Melbourne roads over two months. The team used different types of cars and phone positions to mimic real-world conditions.
“Our research shows that smartphones, supported by deep learning models, can reliably capture road roughness data across different vehicles and mounting positions,” Dr Fang said.
Road authorities currently use specialised survey trucks fitted with laser equipment to monitor road conditions. These provide accurate results but are costly and usually only deployed once or twice a year.
“By using cars that are already on the road, we can make monitoring more frequent and responsive. This could help spot problems earlier, before they turn into costly repairs,” Dr Fang said.
Poor policy making Australia lose grip on e-scooters
Charles Darwin University sustainable transport solutions expert, PhD Candidate in Law, Ferdinand Balfoort is completing his doctoral dissertation on the topic of distributive justice, sustainability and shared e-scooters, focusing on the benefits and burdens of sustainable transport technologies.
The topics he covers include the burdens including safety, in context of stakeholders.
With the increasing number of truck –eRideable collisions throughout Australia that have resulted in fatalities this subject matter is apt as Governments need to review the regulatory system surrounding these vehicles.
Ferdinand Balfoort said, “The introduction and deployment, and now operation of e-vehicles in Australia has been fairly poorly done, has not taken into account all potential burdens and benefits up front, especially not against any baseline of more emitting and more injurious types of transportation like private cars, and that there has not been enough stakeholder consultation effort to ensure that all public stakeholders have their say, including marginalised communities, vulnerable road users, urban planners, policy makers and so forth.
“The call for more regulations to be introduced may therefore be missing the point, because we still have not established the full universe of benefits and burdens.
“The media and policy makers tend to conflate personal (private) and shared micromobility, and the two sub classes of micromobility, both e-bikes and e-scooters, carry different benefit and burden profiles which can be significantly influential on public perceptions as per Balfoort’s Taxonomy.
The introduction and deployment, and now operation of e-vehicles in Australia has been fairly poorly done
“In this latest update we see a conflation of e-scooters (personal and shared) as well as e-bikes (personal and shared) potentially. These are four different types of e-vehicles with particular behaviours and impacts, and overlapping but different sets of distributive justice related benefits and burdens. By which type of vehicles were the noted tragedies of eight deaths caused?
“The more efficient and less taxpayer
Could WA be set
Mhe State Government is delivering on its commitment to streamline and modernise mining approvals in Western Australia, with three key initiatives rolled out. These initiatives are part of the Mining Amendment Act 2022 that took effect recently to significantly improve the environmental approvals process.
This rollout represents a major step forward under the Fast-Tracking Mining Approvals Strategy, which focuses on reducing duplication, enhancing regulatory efficiency and improving the overall user experience for industry stakeholders.
One of the key initiatives under this strategy is the Eligible Mining Activity (EMA) framework. Following a successful trial, the Department of Mines, Petroleum and Exploration (DMPE) will now implement the framework more broadly.
burdensome approach may be to regulate at the border, at the location where micromobility vehicles are landed and cleared for import. It appears to be more efficient to check on containers of e-bikes and e-scooters for personal and shared operator usage, and to hold importers and customs clearance agents responsible for importing illegal e-vehicles that are over engine and speed limits by design.
“For this to happen there would need to be a uniform regulatory framework in Australia across states, which as noted is not the case currently for e-scooters and e-bikes. Without this uniform standard regulatory framework, it would be too easy to import illegal vehicles in one state and transport these to another to arbitrage between regulations.
“If we do not take this step first at this juncture, including securing accurate data on the actual class and subclass of vehicles are the cause of the deaths, injuries and accidents, we will likely sub optimize law and regulations or potentially introduce them in the wrong location of the supply chain, with the end user, rather than the more efficient potential of regulating at the borders,” he said.
for another mining boom?
Designed to streamline approvals for low-risk mining activities, the framework enables the department to focus its resources on more complex or higher-risk applications.
In addition to the EMA framework, this week also saw the introduction of the Mining Development and Closure Proposal (MDCP) and the new Approvals Statement framework.
The MDCP combines the Mining Proposal and Mine Closure Plan into a single document at the project approval stage, reducing duplication and focusing on the key information needed to assess a project. Requirements are scaled to the size and risk of the activity, making the process more efficient and fit for purpose.
The Approvals Statements will serve as a single source for all approved mining
activities across tenements. They will outline the corresponding approval conditions, closure outcomes for each operation and the review date for the Mine Closure Plan.
These changes will create efficiencies for both industry and DMPE in managing compliance with approval conditions. Importantly, closure planning will remain an ongoing requirement throughout the life of a mine.
Underpinning these reforms is the second release of Resources Online, a digital platform that will support the submission, tracking and management of EMA notices and MDCPs.
Mines and Petroleum Minister David Michael said, "We are focused on maintaining strong, modern regulations that support responsible growth and give industry the certainty it needs to invest with confidence.
It's time to get your Super in shape
THE CHOICES YOU MAKE TODAY CAN IMPACT YOUR LIFESTYLE IN RETIREMENT
According to Sarah, it’s much easier to focus on short-term goals, such as a holiday or a new car. Saving for these is rewarding, tangible and often feels more urgent. But when it comes to long-term financial wellbeing, investing in your future is more effective.
“If you can afford it, the best thing is to add extra money into your super account to ensure a healthy nest egg when you’re ready to retire. And thanks to the snowball effect of compound interest, even small amounts add up over time. So, the earlier you start, the more time your super has to grow. Now, don’t just give up your holiday or life pleasures. It’s about balance. I think of it this way: a holiday is a gift to yourself now, whereas saving for retirement is a gift to your future self,” said Sarah.
The snowball effect of compound interest
Little extras can make a big difference. Adding an extra $20 a fortnight to your super, could mean an extra $26,500 in retirement~. You see, even small contributions can really snowball over time. And the earlier you start, the better! Check out this Industry SuperFunds calculator to check how small changes now can grow your retirement savings over time.
For many, retirement can feel like a long way off. But no matter where you are on your retirement journey, with a little planning, your savings could go much further. Team Super’s Chief Retirement Officer, Sarah Forman, (left) shares some quick tips that will make a difference to how you grow and manage your super.
Don’t worry if you’re not able to put extra money into super, as there are other key things you can action now:
1. Know how your super is invested and what fees and costs you’re paying.
2. If you have multiple super accounts, consider combining them, so you’re not paying unnecessary fees* (if you're not sure, you can always use the Find my super tool via myGov).
3. Review your insurance to ensure you have sufficient cover.
HANDY TIP:
Most super funds automatically give eligible members some level of insurance cover. It’s important to know what you’re paying for and how your cover works if something unexpected happens to you.
DID YOU KNOW?
Team Super offers a range of flexible insurance options designed to protect you and your family, such as automatic insurance cover to eligible workers in high risk or dangerous occupations - like bus drivers!
Be super curious
According to Sarah, it pays to be curious about your super as knowledge builds confidence. “Know where your super is, what fees you’re paying, how your super is invested and the level of insurance cover you have. Not sure about your investment mix or level of insurance cover? Get in touch with your super fund,” finished Sarah.
“If you can afford it, the best thing is to add extra money into your super account to ensure a healthy nest egg when you’re ready to retire”
Already a member of Team Super?
You can access all of the above account information online! Simply grab your member number from your last statement and log in via teamsuper.com/login. Not yet a member? Learn about the benefits of joining Australia’s top specialist fund for transport, energy and mining. To find out more visit: teamsuper.com
~ Calculation made using Industry SuperFunds Super contribution calculator. Based on a 30-year-old earning $80,000 pa with a super balance of $50,000 and adding $20 per fortnight as a before-tax contribution. Calculation as at 18 July 2025.
* Before combining your super you should consider the differences in insurance between your old and new funds (including unique insurance offerings under your old funds) and if the insurance cover through your chosen account is appropriate for your situation. You should also consider if you’ll be charged any fees. Team Super is Team Super Pty Ltd AFS licence 246864, the trustee for the Team Superannuation Fund. Refer to the PDS and TMDs on Team Super’s website at teamsuper.com when considering if their financial products are right for you. Any financial advice in this document does not take into account your financial situation, needs or objectives.
The disturbing truth
By LARA JENSEN
This August marked National Rail Safety Week’s 20th anniversary, but for rail safety advocates like me there was absolutely nothing to celebrate.
Instead, I chose to mark the commencement of the national week with a press conference in Perth calling on the WA Cook Labor Government to lead Australia in train lighting safety lighting standards by requiring rail operators to have mandatory visibility, beacon and safety lighting on locomotives and rolling stock.
I was joined by organisations including the Livestock Rural Transport Association of WA, TRANSAFE WA, Western Roads Federation, the National Farmers’ Federation, Aviem International Inc, Family Assistance Education and Research Foundation Inc and the Country Women’s Association of WA as well as politicians from The Nationals WA, the WA Liberals and One Nation political parties who all support mandatory train lighting standards.
A State Government spokesperson responded to our collective calls by again deflecting responsibility and citing legislative challenges, specifically that any mandatory requirement for train lighting would need the current national law relating to rail safety to be changed, meaning the Rail Safety National Law (RSNL). Rail safety however is a state responsibility, so each state passes individual legislation, and the WA Government has the sovereign right to amend its legislation but is choosing not to.
A week later on August 21st in WA Parliament the political pressure continued with a powerful grievance delivered by Nationals MP Lachlan Hunter who lashed out at the WA Labor Government’s refusal to make train lighting standards mandatory.
The Central Wheatbelt MLA described
train visibility as a “consistently neglected” area of transport policy by successive governments on both sides that had left regional Australians at unnecessary risk.
“Our trains are not properly lit for modern roads, modern traffic,” Mr Hunter said.
“And certainly not for the conditions faced by thousands of regional Australians who cross railway lines daily — often in darkness, low light, or with poor visibility.”
Australia has more than 23,000 level crossings, but only 20 per cent are fitted with active safety features like lights or boom gates.
The remainder rely solely on passive signage such as “Stop” or “Give Way” signs — leaving visibility as a crucial line of defence.
Despite this, there is still no national requirement for trains to meet minimum lighting standards. Instead, rail operators are only encouraged to consider lighting improvements through a voluntary code of practice.
Mr Hunter described this as a “disturbing truth,” saying Australia had “stronger laws for bicycle lighting”.
“A passive crossing is only as safe as a road user’s ability to see the train.
Responding in Parliament, Labor’s Jessica Stojkovski — Minister Assisting the Minister for Transport — said the WA Government took rail safety “extremely seriously,” but argued any change required a “nationally consistent approach.”
She said any changes to the Rail Safety National Law needed to consider the science and information “considered by experts and to practical considerations”, before labelling train lighting important but “not a fail-safe solution”.
“Approximately 70 per cent of railway level crossing collisions in Australia happen during the day, not at night,” she said, defending the current national framework.
On the same day, Mr Hunter asked WA Transport Minister Rita Saffioti directly whether she would push for mandatory lighting on trains, with Ms Saffioti saying no government had “done more or spent more”
in relation to rail safety across the regions.
She accused Mr Hunter of “politicising” the issue, saying the Opposition had been in government for eight-and-a-half years following the tragedy and “did nothing”.
What Minister Saffioti failed to mention was that following the defeat of the LiberalNational coalition government at the WA State election in February 2001, a further seven years of Labor government followed in WA. The Labor government was in power at the time of the coronial inquest into my brother and his friends’ deaths in October 2001 and was in pole position to act on the recommendations for the immediate installation of auxiliary lighting on trains that followed but also ‘did nothing.’
I also refute the collision rate of 70 per cent used by the Office of the National Rail Safety Regulator (ONRSR) and quoted by Labor’s Jessica Stojkovski.
ONRSRs information is misleading because it doesn’t segregate into sufficiently different categories like daylight, full sun, dawn or dusk, twilight and night and it doesn’t account for poor light conditions like fog, rain, mist, dust, sun and glare. Categorizing ‘twilight’ (ie immediately before sunrise and after sunset) is also arbitrary and consequently problematic.
It is deeply concerning that government policies around train visibility specifically are based on incomplete data. This has led to a poor understanding of risks, inaccurate safety assessments and ultimately no effective interventions for a hazardous high-risk industry that has been permitted to remain in the Dark Ages for decades too long.
The Dowerin Field Days
By KEVIN TOOVEY
The Dowerin Field Days has become an annual event for a growing number of our HCVC members. In the week leading up to the Field Day Perth experienced some very low temperatures, the coldest recorded in the last 50 years. We are very lucky to have members that live in the Dowerin area who organised our camping and supplied us with ample firewood.
Ten of our members brought vehicles to the event, others just came for a look. Sometimes it can be a bit tricky taking old vehicles on long trips, things can and do go wrong. Morris and Colin Danks had their
two Chev trucks on display - one of them had its 100th birthday this year. People get amazed when they turn the key and they start. These two trucks have been kept in original condition; they are maintained and kept going but they have stayed in the way they were found.
Other members have taken trucks that has been rundown and totally restored them to a very high standard, so they look like a brand-new version of their old self (or better).
Morris and Colin’s old Chevs always attract more interest than the shiny restored trucks.
Everything agriculture was showcased at Dowerin with the latest and greatest and machinery is getting more expensive and high tech. John Deere has just released its 830-horsepower tractor, the world’s largest production tractor – it’s very big, on tracks and maybe it will be seen in a paddock in the wheatbelt soon.
Also on display was new trucks, trailers and grain carting equipment. With the big tractors comes the accompanying seeders, headers, bulk bins and augers.
Tracmach members had a good display of old machines next to our trucks. Some of the old tractors and crawlers took part in the tractor pull. Mal Beeck’s Fowler crawler performed very well to get the sled all the way down the course only to break a track after unhooking. Luckily Mal had a tilt tray to get the crawler home.
More of the old vehicles
Telehandlers and Excavators
Historic trucks and their owners, Morris and Colin Danks next to their Chev
Caterpillar crawlers celebrating their 100-year anniversary
Mal Beeck's Fowler crawler being loaded onto his tilt tray
Colin Danks, Trevor Tough and Colin Blackburn next to Trevor's Inter
Kenworth and tippers
The Big Bunk Mack on display
Claas AUS Pro 9 header
Military gear on display
RM Williams new Land Rover Chaser bins are getting bigger these days
A very nice Bedford joined our group
Some of the HCVC members trucks
Some of the restored tractors
The John Deere 540 a smaller sister to the new 830 tractor
Davey's Stock Transport Inter AB 180 prime mover
A BOOK BY DONNA VAWDREY
TOOTS – Woman in a Man's World
Follow the inspiring and at times devastating journey through Toots Holzheimer’s life. Australia’s most recognised truck driver battling non-existent roads and no telephones from the 1960s to 1990s.
To purchase Toots’ inspiring book and merchandise visit toots-thebook.com.au
Before we begin Toots story…
Our thanks to Toots daughter Donna Vawdrey for allowing us to share her Mother’s story from her book - ‘Toots –Woman in a Man’s World’ each month in the magazine.
Toots Holzheimer story is a mixture of historical data and a collection of memories from the many people touched by this special lady and truckie. Many of the events, people and places are part of the historical record or have been shared as yarns over an odd pint or two around camp fires or in public bars. Donna has recorded these for posterity as a reminder of the important role women and road transport have played in the development of Australia.
In the biography Donna has focused on the road from Cairns to Weipa, before
it was sealed and how Toots battled the ‘norm’ (women should be at home looking after the children) and the elements to keep this life-line open.
Based on the information Donna and her sister Cheryl collected, she has created action and dialogue in an attempt to recreate and bring to life their Mother’s story.
Donna says, “Sadly, at the time of writing these memoirs many of the main players are no longer with us but we know that sharing our Mother’s story with you will both remind you of how things were and challenge you with her legacy - If you take on a man’s job you must work like a man - just do it without whinging and complaining.”
Dr. Anthony Hall-Matthews [Tony], Emeritus Bishop of Carpentaria. the first and only flying priest for the Anglican Church in the Carpentaria diocese wrote the foreword. A character himself Tony was in Cooktown in 1970 when the airstrip was being upgraded in time for a visit from the Queen. There was no obvious place to park his plane so he simply secured it in what he thought was a suitable spot. Returning to his plane he found a strip of toilet paper attached to the plane door with these words written on it:
‘Man of God, Your little Cessna’s in the way Of Cooktown’s only parking bay I know you may exclaim indeed
The Bible is the book to read But air navigation orders Are far, far better Now please take heed
Signed … Obnoxious Pilot (no relation to Pontius)
Tony said, “I will never forget my first meeting with Toots. It was night time and we came across this truck on the side of the road, so we pulled up to see if everything was alright. I was very surprised to find a very pregnant lady changing a wheel. There was also a tired young child looking out from the driver’s cabin and Toots was handling the task like an expert mechanic and really did not need any assistance.
“It was in 1968, and here was this cheerful mother with her five-year old child, Portlynn Alana and looking forward to the birth of her tenth child, Troy, out on what must have been the roughest road in Australia – the Peninsula Developmental Road, leading all the way up to Cape York. Most of this road was totally impassable during the “Wet Season” and was full of “bull-dust”, corrugations and makeshift bridges constructed by laying huge parallel logs across the streams - and here was this resourceful woman in harmony with this rugged environment.
“Toots was indeed unique as a truckie –there will never be anyone like her – a sturdy mother a challenging wife and a charming friend to so many. With a bridge named after her, she spanned many friendships, and of course there had to be a “Toots Holzheimer Road”. But more especially a spiritual memorial hangs in St Luke’s Anglican and Uniting Church in Weipa. It is the Dinner Bell from York Downs Station, that calls people together to share the fellowship of a meal and to remind us all of a Mother’s love and her ability to hold people together in friendship.
See the next edition of WA Transport Magazine for the beginning of the book ‘Toots – Woman in a Man’s World’.
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This close proximity between transporting operations and the advisory role means that representatives of the Association are at the coal face and as such are able to provide that all too rare practical hands on advice in committees, consultative forums and meetings.
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