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Full Volvo Service History - 12 speed Volvo iShift AUTOBrand NEW - Bassett Hardox Body 10 cubic with electric tarp - Rocklinger coupling - pull out three-point contact steps - full spray suppression. Comes with 3 months drive line warranty & vic RWC - T612074

$209,990 + GST

2018 Mercedes-Benz 2653 6x4 prime mover, M-benz 530hp engine ** only 33,000klms on new engine ** auto transmission, airbag suspension , M-benz diffs, 70 tonne b-double rated , alloy bulbar, integrated mid roof sleeper with bunk cooler, alloy rims, comes with Vic RWC & 3 months drive line warranty! - T612150

$191,500 Inc. GST

2018 Kenworth T610 SAR 6x4 prime mover, Cummins x15 E5 550hp engine ** 0 klms on Cummins rebuild ** 18 speed R/R transmission, airbag suspension, Eaton diffs, 97 tonne rated, abs, integrated sleeper, square fuel tanks, 6” stacks, s/s guards, very nice rig, 12 months warranty on engine from Cummins, 3 months drive line warranty from Selectrucks! - T612214

$329,000 Inc GST

Euro 5, Volvo automated i shift 12 speed, full sleeping berth, 60 tonne rating, Jost fixed turntable, well maintained with full Volvo service history available (including preventable maintenance), workshop prepared with a comprehensive 3 month / 50,000klm driveline warranty - T612047

$159,000 Inc. GST

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2019 VOLVO FM450

2018 MERCEDES-BENZ 2653

2018 KENWORTH T610

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2016 Fuso FG 4x4 dropsided tray truck, Fuso 15hp engine ** only 55,000klms ** manual transmission, spring suspension, GVM 6500 GCM 10,000, tray is 3.9 long by 2050 wide, ! very good cond with Low klms , comes with vic RWC & 3 months drive line warranty ! - T612196

$69,900 Inc GST

4x2 box van, 150hp engine, auto transmission, spring suspension, GVM 4500 GCM 8000 , rear tail gate loader, 4.2m length x 2.4 high , excellent condition - T612112

$69,990 Inc. GST

2015, ** choice of 5 ** 2015 Fuso fighter 1024 4x2 8 pallet curtainsiders, 240hp 6cyl diesel engines, auto transmission, spring suspension, GVM 10400 GCM 15000, 8 pallet curtainsider with barn doors , steel floor & hanging gates, load hold curtains , body is 5mL x 2350W x 1800H excellent cond ! all sold with 3 months warranty and vic RWC. TBA. - TA1175829

$79,000

2018, ** SCOOP PURCHASE ** CHOICE OF 10 ** 2018 mitsubishi Fuso canter 515 box vans, 150hp engines, auto transmissions , spring suspension, rear tuck away tailgate loaders , 4500 GVM 8000 GCM , 4.2m length body x 2.2 internal height , excellent cond ! ** prices starting from $59990 inc gst with RWC & 3 months drive line warranty - TBA. TA1175140.

$59,990

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The end of the COVID instant asset write off, on top an already hot market for new trucks in Australia has seen records smashed.

Add up all of the vehicles sold in the heavy duty, medium duty, light duty and commercial van categories in Australia in June this year and a massive 6054 vehicles found their way to new owners in just 30 days.

As the race to the end of the financial year was compounded with the end of the previous Federal Government’s COVID instant asset write off program, truck buyers rushed their orders through in a bid to take delivery before the clock rolled over to the 2023/24 financial year. The results for June represent a 21.4 per cent increase on June 2022’s results – which were celebrated for topping the 5,000 vehicles sold mark for the first time ever.

Truck Industry Council CEO Tony McMullan says cracking the 6,000 mark for sales in a single month is a fantastic result.

“This capped off a great second quarter result and combined with solid first quarter sales, finds the market at record levels at the half way point of the year,” McMullan says. “These very strong sales numbers to June 30 this year, and strong numbers since COVID relief commenced, demonstrate how Government decisionmaking in the form of an investment allowance can be successful in modernising the nation’s truck fleet.

Trucks sales top 6000 for June in a booming market

“Australia, as we know, has one of the oldest truck fleets in the world and with each new truck sale comes a safer, cleaner, greener truck operating on Australian roads. With 24,395 new trucks on the road this year alone, this is indeed a good result for Australian road users.”

To give the results context, it was only in June 2018 that the 4,000 sales mark, in a single month, was broken for the first time in Australia. Prior to 2018 the best sales month was shared by June 2007 and June 2009 when 3,718 new heavy trucks were sold. Other records to tumble in June included the Heavy, Medium and Light Trucks categories. All up, 2,294 trucks were sold in the heavy duty categories, breaking the previous record of 1,594 set in June 2022. In the Medium segment 1,077 trucks were sold, just topping the previous record of 1,073 from June 2008. Light Duty truck sales hit 2,034 breaking the record of 1,751 set in June 2022.

In the race for market dominance in the all important heavy duty category Volvo is sitting on 1798 sales for the year to date, with Kenworth chasing hard on 1759 sales. Between the two brands they account for 40.7 per cent of all heavy duty trucks sold in Australia this calendar year.

Heavy Vehicles – Year to date

Medium Vehicles – Year to date

Light Vehicles – Year to date

In terms of the brand leaders for the month of June 2023, they were as follows:

Heavy Duty

• 2 294 sales in total for June, 8732 year to date

• Volvo (497), Kenworth (473), Isuzu (291), Mack (168), Scania (162), UD Trucks (133), DAF (109), Hino (107), Mercedes-Benz (105), Fuso (79)

Medium Duty

• 1077 sales in total for June, 3971 year to date

• Isuzu (476), Hino (339), Fuso (184), UD Trucks (23), Iveco (23), Hyundai (16), Volvo (5), Man (4), DAF (3), Mercedes-Benz (2), SEA Electric (2)

Light Duty

• Isuzu (827), Hino (436), Fuso (426), Iveco (129), Mercedes-Benz (65), Fiat (62), Hyundai (38), Foton Mobility (21), Volkswagen (13), Renault (12), Ford (5)

WE’LL GET YOU THERE. NO MATTER WHAT.

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As businesses launch into the new financial year the focus turns to planning for the future.

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Aussie businesses have the chance earn 350,000 American Express Membership Rewards® Bonus Points1 by signing on with Shell Card and Amex to manage their fuel and finances this year Scan

Luckily for those in the transport business, fuel giant Shell Card has joined forces with American Express to offer a new deal that is sure to help with work and play.

On offer, until 18 August 20231, are 350,000 Amex Membership Rewards Bonus Points1 for businesses that sign up for a Shell Card and an American Express Platinum Business Card, spend $8,000 on their Shell Card and then pay it off with their new Amex card within three months of being approved.

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Points: Offer only available to new American Express and Shell Card Members. Eligible purchases do not include Card fees and charges. Card Members who currently hold or who have previously held any other Card product issued by American Express Australia Limited in the preceding 18-month period are ineligible for this offer. The Bonus Points will be awarded 8-10 weeks after the spend criteria has been met. Subject to the Terms and Conditions of the Membership Rewards Program available at americanexpress.com/en-au/rewards/membership-rewards/terms. The American Express® Platinum Business Card has an annual fee of $1750. This advertised offer is not applicable or valid in conjunction with any other advertised or promotional offer. 2 Extend your cash flow by up to 55 days: Depending on your method of payment, when you make a purchase, when your statement is issued and whether or not you are carrying forward a balance on your account from your previous statement period. If you pay by direct debit, your payment will be processed 10 days after your statement is issued. 3 Subject to the Terms and Conditions of the Membership Rewards program available at americanexpress.com/australia/membershiprewardsplatinum. To transfer Membership Rewards points into an Airline or Frequent Guest Partner Program you must be a member of the Partner Program. Membership of the Partner Program is the Card Members responsibility and is subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable Program. A joining fee may apply. Award seats are not available on all routes. Please check availability with the Partner prior to transferring your points. Charges/levies/taxes may apply. The redemption of points will be administered solely by American Express. A minimum transfer amount applies. Points transferred to Partner Airlines are not reversible and American Express holds no responsibility for flight or accommodation availability, which may be limited. This is at the sole discretion of the Airline and Hotel Partners.

Hauler

Fitted out with a jumbo 14-pallet Tautliner body and two tonne tailgate loader this 2015 Hino 500 Series FL 2628 is ready to go to work.

It’s been well looked after by its previous owner and is being sold with a host of extras including a roof scoop, tool box and load binder straps.

The airbag suspension is another added bonus that helps make for a smoother journey.

For more information call Carroll Motor Group on 07 3171 1771

KENWORTHT650139TRATEDCUMMINSHYDRAULICS 2007, CumminsSignaturegen2(lowklmsonrebuild),noneEGR/Adblue,

KENWORTHT409 2011,CumminsISX,18sp,97Trated,oneowner fromnew,Verytidytruck,comesworkshopcheckedandserviced. j1366. TA1185484. $149,000

MITSUBISHIFN60000 2016,auto,9.2mtrfridge,airbagsuspension, tuckawaytailgateloader,oneownerfromnew,only375kklms, comesworkshopcheckedandserviced.j1343. TA1185486. $139,900

KENWORTHT350 2003,cumminsISM410hp,HMFcranewiththree extensions,factorybuilttruck,original578kklms,tare6065kg,GCM 38000,completewithECMdownload,coupledwitha2016 Beavertaildropdeck,32TGVMhydraulicramps,9.2mtrslong, hydraulicramps,veryhardtofindcombo,comesworkshopchecked andreadytogo.j1364. TA1185488. $149,000

KENWORTHT359 2013,CumminsISM440hp,auto,55Trated,one ownerfromnew,workshopchecked,servicedcompletewithNSWRW J1288. TA1185494. $149,000

VOLVOFH540 2019,auto,Viesa,BDoublerated,only715kkms,one ownerfromnew,underVolvoMaintenanceplan.Wehaveanother10 identicalunitsavailable.J1357. TA1184516. $220,000

KENWORTHT404STCUMMINS70TRATED 2004,ITbunk,Cummins Gen2(lowkmsoncrateengine),18sp,verytidytruck,verywell maintained,workshopcheckedandserviced,veryhardtofindspec. 428151. TA1184636. $140,000

KENWORTHT401 2006,3x,CatC12,allhaveverylowklmsonrebuild, 18sp,hydraulics,50Trated,4500mmwheelbase,alltruckscome workshopchecked,servicedandcompletewithNSWRW.428151. TA1184637. $89,000

VOLVOFH540BDOUBLEAUTO 2019,auto,Veisa,BDoublerated,only 750kklms,oneownerfromnew,immaculatecondition,underVolvo maintenanceplan(stock#J1352).J1352. TA1183633. $210,000

KENWORTHK2008X4MATCHINGQUADDOG 2016,8x4,CumminsE5 only410Kklms,7Khrs,18speed,12pallettraywithrearMoffett mountandringfeder,completewithmatching2016OpheeQuadDog, 12pallet,airbagsuspension,removableMoffetttopdeckmount, completewithMoffettM4,oneownercombinationwouldsuitnew truckbuyer.S674. TA1181578. $385,000

KENWORTHT409LOWKMS,ONEOWNER 2015,3x,CumminsE5 (verylowklmsonrebuild),18sp,97Trated,fullservicehistory,one ownerfromnew,verytidywelllookedaftertrucks.Allthreetrucks

WESTERNSTAR480090T,ONLY880,000KM 2015,DD15,18sp,X Locks,90Trated,4.3ratio,880kklms,5150mmwheelbase,verytidy oneownertruck,hasmultipleuses.S677. TA1182126. $149,000

MACKCHAUTO470HPROCKLINEDBIN 2005,Eatonauto,470hp mackengine(nonegr/dpf),4.5mtrAlloyrocklinedbin,1mtrsides,2 waygate,Ringfedermount,hydraulicsto rear, tarp,workshop checkedandserviced.S658. TA1175704. $89,000

KENWORTHT40336INCHBUNK18SP 2013,18sp,cumminsisx,36 inchbunk,viesa,verytidyunit,workshopcheckedandserviced. S656. TA1175646. $119,000

KENWORTHT404SCUMMINS,AUTO 2007,CumminsISX(nonDPF/ Adblue),18spauto,36inchintegrated,Visa,twinstacks,90Trated, verytidytruck,workshopcheckedandserviced,completewithNSW. S659. TA1176550.

KENWORTHT401w/CATC12ALLOYBIN 2006,CatC12,18sp,X locks,alloybin,ringfeder,setupfortruckanddog,oneownertruck, justbeenthroughworkshop.S647. TA1172496. $119,000

ISUZUFYJ300-350SYNCHROMANUALONLY300KKLMS 2016,long 8x4,synchromanual,airbagsuspension,only300kklms,12pallet fridgebody,verytidytruck,comesworkshopchecked,servicedand withaNSWRW.S666. TA1178311. $179,000

AAATRAILERSFLATTOP 2023,curtainside.S51. TA1149707. $92,000+GST

AAATRAILERSDROPDECK 2023,curtainside.S53. TA1149710. $108,000+GST

AAACONCRETEPANEL TRAILER 2023,NEW,paneltrailer.S26. TA982460. $89,000+GST

AAA45'FLATDECKTRAILER WITHPINSANDAIRBAG SUSPENSION 2023,NEW,semiwithpins. (Gatesnotincluded).HSD553. TA811006. $70,000+GST

AAA40'3WAYLIGHTWEIGHT 4.6TSKELETALTRAILER-EBS 2023,NEW.S31. TA1038471. $52,500+GST

AAATRAILERSFLAT TOPCURTAINSIDE 2023,13.71mtrlongx 2.5mtrwide,high tensilesteelgrade mainframewith5mm steelchequerplate forkliftratefloor, K-HITCHAirbag suspension,2-speed JOSTlandinglegs,etc.

S52. TA1149708. $99,000+GST

AAATRAILERS45'DROP DECKCURTAINSIDE 2023,AAANewdropdeck curtainsiderBtrailerwithFull Mezzanine.S54. TA1149711. $115,000+GST

AAAQUADAXLELOW LOADERWIDENERWITH BI-FOLDRAMPS 2023,NEW2.5-3.5m. $159,000+GSTrear steerandliftupgrade.

S25. TA948716. $119,000+GST

AAATANDEMAXLETAG TRAILER-EBS 2023,NEW.S33. TA1051493. $47,000+GST

AAA45'LOWLOADER WITHRAMPSAND AIRBAGSUSPENSION 2023,NEW.G0011236. TA811018. $90,000+GST

AAAHEAVYDUTY25M3 SIDETIPPERTRAILER 2023,NEW.ST29. TA1100440. $93,000+GST

AAATRAILERSNEWTRIAXLEDOLLY 2023,NEW. LA993VGP4L1CMW188. TA1107640. $38,000+GST

AAATRI-AXLETAG TRAILER-EBS 2023,NEW.S34. TA1051494. $52,000+GST

AAAFLATDECKATRAILER 2023,NEW,flatdeckAtrailer withK-HITCHairbag suspension.S41. TA1095154. $70,000+GST

AAA45'DROPDECKWITH RAMPSANDAIRBAG SUSPENSION 2023,NEW.HSD556. TA811011. $70,000+GST

AAA28000LPOTABLE DRINKINGWATERTANKER 2023,tankertrailer.XG401. TA811044. EGC$90,000+GST

AAA22,000LWATERTANKA TRAILER 2023,..S48. TA1100444. $85,000+GST

AAA45'DROPDECK WIDENER2.5-3.5MWITH RAMPS 2023,NEW.G00115. TA811031. $90,000+GST

AAA32000LSPRAYWATER TANK 2023,Semitrailer.LJT93VGQ. TA811025. $85,000+GST

AAA45'EXTENDABLEDROP DECKWITHRAMPSAND AIRBAGSUSPENSION 2023,NEW.ZS100124. TA858125. $90,000+GST

Rare

FIND

The distinctive stylings of a classic Kenny jump out when you first look at this 2004 Kenworth T404. There’s the sloping bonnet, the chrome stack exhausts, and then the diamond pleat trim of the interior and the wood grain style of dash. This ST version features a Cummins Gen 2 crate engine that has done 340,000km since it was loaded in, tied to an 18 speed manual gearbox.

For more information call Sammut Agricultural Machinery Pty Ltd on 02 8279 7172

HEAVY

Hiter

When it comes to pulling road trains the powerful Kenworth T909 has long been a favourite in the industry.

This fine example has had just 198,000km clocked up on its Cummins ISXe5 engine since it was rebuilt by Cummins and comes complete with the 50-inch integrated sleeper with double bunks.

Rated to 155 tonne the truck also comes with new steer tyres.

For more information call Moama Truck & Machinery on 02 8315 0185

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INTO A BRIGHT FUTURE Tipping

Whether its landscapers, bricklayers, concreters or builders, with new estates taking shape in Victoria the demand is high to have products delivered on site every day to keep construction teams busy.

leapt at the chance to get behind a proven business.

The Danly Isuzu's are put to work daily carrying loads for the landscape supplies team Danly general manager Chad

For Geelong-based business Danly the residential growth is driving demand for their products, boosting their business and prompting investment in the tools of the trade that will help them grow.

Danly general manager Chad Ovens says the business, which lists among its products gravel, pebbles, sand, crushed rock and landscaping supplies, had built a fleet of Isuzu tippers to tackle the transport task.

Danly was purchased in 2005 by Chad’s father and other stakeholders, but when the opportunity came Chad to invest, he didn’t miss a beat. In December 2021 he jumped on board as Danly’s general manager and

A carpenter by trade, with a background in construction, Ovens had plenty of skills that could be put to use at Danly, especially in the area of understanding his trade customers’ needs.

As local demand for landscaping and garden supplies picked up, Ovens chose to invest in two new two Isuzu FRR 107-210 Tippers to add to the growing Danly fleet.

“We now have 12 Isuzu trucks in our fleet, all of which are tippers,” Ovens says.

“Danly has only ever worked with Isuzu Trucks since the business started in 2005 – a good portion of 20 years - and we have been with them ever since.”

Danly’s Isuzu fleets includes a range of truck shapes and sizes, including an FVZ 1400 Tipper, three FXZ 1500 Tippers, an FRR 500 Tipper, an NLR 275 Tipper, NPR 400 Tipper, NLR 275 Tipper, FRR 500, FTR 900, two FRR 107-210 SWB Tippers, and of course the two new FRR 107-210 Tippers.

“Our newer Isuzu tippers get loaded for delivery and our drivers head to their locations and tip out the product exactly where the customer wants,” Ovens says.

“Our drivers are on the road doing deliveries six days a week.”

Working on regional roads in new estates and over long hours, the trucks are put to the test in terms of durability and Ovens says they’ve performed well.

Ovens says he relies on the excellent service technicians at Geelong Isuzu to look after the Danly fleet, minimising downtime and keeping trucks on the road.

Ovens has big plans for his growing business

As new housing estates appear in regional Victoria, local landscape and construction supplier Danly is expanding its fleet

When selecting the latest FRR models, Ovens consulted with Philip Halleday from Geelong Isuzu regarding application specificity and which model would perform best for Danly’s daily needs.

With a GVM of 11,000 kg and a Gross Combined Mass (GCM) of 16,000 kg, the FRRs are well equipped to facilitate those larger orders of sand, soil, mulch and other material supplies.

Powered by the Isuzu N-4HK1-TCH 4-cylinder, 16 valve engine, the FRR platform is a proven entity, leaning on years of factory development and experience in the field.

With 177 kW (260PS) of power @ 2,400 RPM and 765 Nm of torque @ 1,600 RPM, there’s plenty of muscle to haul all manner of materials all over greater Geelong and beyond.

Adding to that the close proximity to Geelong Isuzu (only a short drive away) from the Danly offices and supply yard, Ovens can get his tipper fleet in and out for servicing with minimum hassle and next to no downtime.

“It’s always pretty smooth sailing when it comes to Geelong Isuzu and the wait time for spare parts is always quick.

“Geelong Isuzu has service technicians who work night shifts, which is super handy because we need our trucks on the road first thing in the morning, so being able to have them worked on at night is a big bonus for us.”

Danly takes a pro-active approach to maintaining its fleet, working to ensure that the chances of having a vehicle off the road for longer than a service is minimised by undertaking regular preventative maintenance.

“The trucks always have to be in top condition and operate safely, so we are very

diligent on getting our trucks serviced and properly looked after,” Ovens says.

“We can’t afford a truck being off the road for an extended period of time, so we focus on preventative servicing and maintenance.

“Every so often a truck is off the road getting serviced with a problem that can be only solved over a three- or four-day period, but mostly we get our trucks back and on the job in under 24 hours - and we could not be happier for it!

“The team at Geelong Isuzu are always fantastic to deal with. They’ve helped us many times over the years with replacing and upgrading trucks in our fleet, and we know we can rely on them.

“Danly has been really impressed with the Isuzu brands’ breadth of range over the years. It’s why we have been so loyal to purchasing Isuzu Trucks over the past 20 years, and I can see us continuing that relationship into the future.”

We now have

12 Isuzu

trucks in our fleet, all of which are tippers

The Danly team get set for another day on the tools

The tipper option suits the work required from these trucks

ISUZUFRR550S1997

Equippedwitha6.4mTrayTop.PoweredbyaSitecDiesel Engine,6Spd,ViesaCabCooler,AlloyBullBar,SpringSusp.

VIN:JALFRR33LT3000511 TA1154016. $32,000IncGST

LONGTRAYTOP

FUSOFIGHTER102008

Fittedwitha7.6mTrayTop.6CylTurboIntercooledengine, EatonFullerTrans,3Seater,TransomWindow,Spring Susp.VIN:JLFFM67FS0KK00041 TA1178222. $66,000IncGST

MITSUBISHIFIGHTER6.0FK2004

FittedWitha9mTray,PoweredByA6CylDieselengine, 6SpdTrans,3Seater,SpringSusp,GVM:10400.

VIN:JLFFK617L0KK00124 TA1183392.

$33,500IncGST

BEAVERTAILTRAY

IVECOEUROCARGO2005

FittedWitha7.7mBeaverTailTrayWithHydraulicRamps, TurboDieselEngine,Storagebox'sonTrayTop,AirBagSusp &WhiteDuco.VIN:ZCFA1LJ0202449031 TA1171085. $57,500IncGST

ISUZUFRR5502007

EquippedWitha6.5mTrayTop.6SpdTrans,Power Windows,GVM:10400&FinishedInaFreshWhiteDuco. VIN:JALFRR34M67000424 TA1178689. $39,200IncGST

JUSTARRIVED

HINO300SERIESCREWCAB2007

3.55mTipperWithDropSides,7Seater,4CylDiesel,6Spd Trans,PowerWindows,GVM:7500. TA1183159.

$34,500IncGST

ISUZUNPR300PREMIUM2006

EquippedWith4.4mAlloyDropSideTray.PoweredByA Sitec@150HpTurboCommonRail,AutomaticTrans,Spring Susp,AlloyBullBar.VIN:JAANPR75L57101177 TA1164781. $29,990IncGST

FUSOFIGHTERFM102006

Equippedwitha8mTrayTop,270Hp,EatonSynchroTrans, 3Seater,AlloyBullBar,ToolBox,AirBagSusp& GVM:16000kg.VIN:JLFFM67FP0KK00395 TA1182286. $57,990IncGST

HINODUTRO2003

3.5mTipper.Poweredbya4CylTurboDiesel@150hp, 6SpdTrans,3Seater,SpringSusp,TowBar,GVM:7500. VIN:JHFUA10H900001728 TA1140883. $36,900IncGST

GEELONG

ISUZUNPR45/155MWBAMTTRADEPACKPREMIUM

4.5malloytray,ladderracks,dropsides,Isuzubullbar,reversecamera, 5.2Lturbodieselengine,activesafetyincludesstabilitycontrol,forward collisonwarning,lanedeparturewarningantilockbrakingandmore.

Driveawaynow.B75728. TA1185819.

ISUZUNLRNLR45-150AMTTipper

2023,carlicensedrivable.Idealfortightaccess.AMTtransmission. Activesafetyincludeslanedeparturewarning,emergencybraking, forwardcollisonwarningandmore,backedbya6year250,000km factorywarranty.B71602. TA1182113.

5.2litre190HpDiesel,AMTtransmission,3.8mtrfactorytipperbody, Activesafetyincludeslanedeparturewarning,emergencybraking, forwardCollisonwarningandmore,Backedbya6year250,000klm warrantyOrderyoursnow.B69680. TA1182110.

2017,traywithslideon6000ltrslidetanker,HondaPump,toolbox. Truckhastravelledonly39800klms,oneownertruckinexcellent conditionwithfullservicehistory.Idealdustsuppressionorlandscape watering.1LU9RK. TA1171163.

ISUZUNQRNQR87-190AMTTipper

ISUZUFSR120-240SWB

IVECOSWAY550 2023,newgenerationAScabwithhighroof, 16speedAMTwithretarder,airsuspensiondrivers&passenger seats,DuraBritealloys,AEBS,adaptivecruisecontrol,multi mediaaudiosystemwithphonemirroring,3year/500,000kms warranty.Readyforprimemoverfitout.50039709. TA1177787. POA

Nathan Butler 0419 827 060

Shane Howard 0422 556 964 203 Jubilee Hwy West, Mount Gambier, SA 5290

P: 08 8725 7999 E: sales@mgcv.com.au

IVECOSTRALISATI360 2022,360HpE5engine,12speed AMT,ECASairsuspension,6,700mmwheelbase,lowroof sleepercab,cruisecontrol,landdeparturewarning,digital weightdisplayondash,readyforbodybuild.50036875. TA1174164.

$165,000INCLGST.ONROADCOSTSAPPLY.

IVECOEUROCARGOML160E 2021,280HpE6engine,12speed AMT,daycabin,8Mtraylengthwithrearstabilizers,floortie downpoints,winch,remotecontrol,3,500kgratedtowbar, toolboxes&more.Readytowork.XW46DT. TA1181599.

$265,000INCL.GST.ONROADCOSTSAPPLY.

IVECOEUROCARGOML180 2022,320Hpengine,12speed AMT,ATsleepercab,ECASairbagsuspension,ISRIair suspensiondrivers&passengerseats,fridge,lanedeparture warning,AEBS.Fittedwith12palletcurtainsider,gates,nose cone&2tonnealloytailgatelifter.50038061. TA1157948.

$208,000INCL.GST.ONROADCOSTSAPPLY.

DLR MD17603

HINOFM1J 1999,turbochargedenginewithasynchroRoadranger gearboxonHinobogieandsuspension.Fittedwith7.2mX2.5flattop tray,chequeredfloorandcontainerpins.AlsoHMF1060rearmounted crane.ReadyforRego.JOB#2589 TA1185811. $55,000

IVECOACCO2350G 2006,fittedwithcommonrailcumminsengine, worldseriesAlisonautobox,RT40-145onrubberblocksuspension,10 studaluminiumrims.Soldasis.JOB#2583 TA1171126. $38,500

INTERNATIONALACCO2350G Fittedwithc-seriescumminsengine,9 speedroadrangerbox,RT40145Rockwellonairbagsuspension,, tubelesswheelsonspiderrims,,5200x2500steeltraybody.SELLAS TRADED:$22,000.00INCGST-FULLYSERVICED,CLEANEDUPAND

MACKMETROLINERDROPONCAB ..PARTS2B#316 TA1087413. $8,800

MACKMETRO-LINERCSMR 2014,commonrail360hpengine,autoshift trans,RT40-145onHendricksonairbagsuspensionwithDiffandcross locks.10studalloywheels.AgitatorbyMixersAustralia.Tare11,100. JOB#2618 TA1182091. $148,500

IVECOACCO2350G 2007,ISCrebuiltCummingsengine,Allisonauto transmission,singledrive,6metretraywithnearnewcrane.LEXA TA1178252.

SUITAMERICANTRUCKSBUMPERBARS Assortedbumperbars.New andsecondhand.LargerangetosuitAmericantrucks.

STERLINGLT9500 2009,completedroponcab.PARTS#243 TA908464. $8,800

KENWORTHT358 2008,ISCCumminsengine,Allisonauto,RT40-145on 8bagsuspension,10studalloy,tarpwithbisalloybody.JOB#2598 TA1182092. $110,000

KENWORTHC509 bonnetandquarterguardstosuitBC509.WP756 TA1181293. $11,000

CABS2350G Completesecond-handdroponcab.PARTS2B#261 TA991172. $6,600

DLR MD17603

FRUEHAUFTANDEMAXLE Skeletaltrailerwithcontainerpins.On tubelesswheels/tyres.Goodcleantrailer.SOLDasis.JOB#2487-2491

UNKNOWNWATERTANK 16000litres,length4875,width2300,height 1540andchassisrunner860.PARTS2B379 TA1144439. $27,500

DAVCRONAGITATOR 2010,7.5cubicmetrebarrel.Takenoffworking truck.Soldasis.2535B TA1144440.

TIPPINGBODYSTEEL Mildsteelbodywithtwowaytailgate,air operatedsafetylocksandwingbacktarp.Length:6M,Height:1.4M, Chassis:860mm.WP769 TA1183724.

DISMANTLING

FRIEGHTLINERARGOSY 2008,CATC15Acertengine,18speed transmission,Airline46-160differentialwithairbagsuspension.429

DISMANTLING

MACKMETROLINER 2006,commonrailenginerunswell,Bogie, bull-barandtransmission.314engine-SOLD.315gearbox-SOLD,316 Ccab$8,000exGST,317bonnet-SOLD,318bogie-SOLD,319chassis +components$6,000exGST.PARTS#2B314-319 TA1033400. POA

MUSCATALUMINIUMSUPERDOG 1994,6100longx1500high,BPWon airsuspension,newfloorand12monthsNSWregistration.JOB#1938 TA770515. $27,500

DISMANTLING

INTERNATIONALACCO2350G 1998,Parts#369-Engine$7,700IncGST. Parts#370-Gearbox$2,200IncGST.Parts#371-Cab$2,000IncGST. Parts#372-Bogie$2,000IncGST.Parts#373-Chassis$2,200IncGST. PARTS2B369-373 TA1083945.

MACKMETRO-LINER 2007,Cumminsengine,Allisonauto,RT40-145on rubberblocks,10studalloys.Twotochoosefrom.JOB#2602 TA1182112. POA

DISMANTLING

FREIGHTLINERARGOSY 2008,CATC15Acertengine,18speed transmission,Airline46-160differentialwithairbagsuspension.433 ENGINE434GEARBOX435DIFFS436CAB.PARTS2B433-436

DISMANTLING

TRAYBODIESCHEQUEREDDECK Steeltraywithchequeredfloor. Length:4,500mm,Width:2,500mm,HeadBoard:170mm,Chassis: 870mm.WP770 TA1185752.

FREIGHTLINERARGOSYPRIMEMOVER 2004,Cab:Parts#353$6,600 IncGST,nongoerEngine:Parts#354$3,300IncGST,bogie:Parts#355 $6,600IncGST,gearboxasis:Parts#356$3,300IncGST,chassis& Components,wheelsandtyres:Parts#357.PARTS#2B353-357 TA1064506. POA

POA

$4,400

$6,600

HBTB-DOUBLESTOCKCRATES 2016,BPW airbagsuspensionalcoasnewbrakes bearingsandtyresBtrailerrearfullwidth ramploadthroughssideloadstoolboxesgood condition.TQH1238/1245. TA1183643. $275,000

MAXITRANS45FTFLATTOPCURTAINSIDER SEMITRAILER 2017,airbagsuspension alcoasnewcurtainshanginggatesandgate racktoolboxeswatertankgoodcondition. TQR091. TA1178412. $110,000

VAWDREY34PALLETDROPDECK CURTAINSIDERBDOUBLE 2022,combination BPWairbagsuspensionalcoasmezzanine floorsfronttorearofbothtrailersreartrailer roadtrainleadhanginggatestoolboxesas new.TQRDDB. TA1146188. $374,000

VAWDREY34PALLETDROPDECKBDOUBLE CURTAINSIDERCOMBINATION 2022,34pallet dropdeckB-doublecombinationHendrickson airbagsuspensionalcoashanginggates rightweighscalesBtrailerroadtrainleadnil couplingtoolboxesexcellentcondition. TQR134/135. TA1178418. $352,000

CANNONSTOCKCRATE 2010, tri-axle stockcrateBPWairbagsuspensionalcoashalf rearrampfullwidthfrontrampbottom sideloadfrontloadthroughstainlessdecks roadtrainleadgoodcondition.TQH1173. TA1126358. $148,500

RHINOB/DCOMBINATION.. 2015,stockcrate BPWairbagsuspensionnewbrakesand bearingsalcoasB-trailerroadtrainleadfull widthrearrampsideloadsonA&Bload throughsonA&Bwastetankstoolboxestyre carriersgoodcondition.TQH1239/1240. TA1170077. $275,000

HAULMARKSIDETIPPER 2021,unused tri-axlesidetipperhendricksonHXL7airbag alcoasroadtrainleadhydraulictarpexcellent condition.TQRSTD. TA1146146. $220,000

HAULMARKB-DOUBLESIDETIPPERS 2021, sidetippercombinationHendricksonHXL7 airbagsuspensionalcoashydraulictarps B-trailerroadtrainleadexcellentcondition. TQRBDST. TA1179910. $440,000

HAULMARKSIDETIPPERQUADCOMBINATION 2021,quadcombinationBK2bowlsidetippers BPWairbagsuspensionalcoashydrauliclids. 3xBtrailers1xAtrailer2x tri dollies. TQRBST. TA1146170. $1,100,000

MAXITRANS45FTDROPDECKCURTAINSIDER TRAILERWITHMEZZDECKS 2023,45ft tri-axledropdecktautlinerK-hitchairbag suspensionalcoasmezzaninefloorshanging gatestoolboxwatertankscalesexcellent condition.TQH1254. TA1180744. $187,000

BYRNEBDOUBLEDOUBLESTOCKCRATE TRAILERS 2010,BPWairbagsuspensionnew brakesbearingsalcoasfullwidthramp Btrailersideloadsloadthroughgood condition.TQH1234/1235. TA1181118. $231,000

HAULMARKTRI-AXLEDOLLY 2021, tri-axle roadtraindollyHendricksonspringsuspension alcoasrubberguardsexcellentcondition. TQR038.

MAXITRANS34PALLETFLATDECK CURTAINSIDERBDOUBLE 2021,airbag suspensionsteelrimshanginggates toolboxesgoodcondition.TQR130/133. TA1179898. $308,000

HAULMARKTRI-AXLEDOLLY 2021, tri-axle roadtraindollyhendricksonHXL7airbag suspensionalcoassidtipperhydraulicsjost turmtable50/90mm.4availablealso availableforlongtermhire.TQR060. TA1146162.

KRUEGER45FTDROPDECKCURTAINSIDER WITHMEZZDECKS 2022,K-hitchairbag suspensionalcoasmezzaninefloorsindrop sectionhanginggatestoolboxeslow kilometresgoodcondition.TQR150. TA1183635.

HAULMARKR/TCOMBINATION STOCKCRATES 2022,combinationstockcrates BPWspringsuspension.Fronttrailerfullwidth rampatfront.Backtrailerfullwidthrampat rearloadthroughssideloadstoolboxesbelly tankonleadtrailer.TQHST. TA1140726. $770,000

LOUGHLINTRI-AXLEROADTRAINDOLLY 2021,K-hitchspringsuspensionrubber guardsgoogcondition.TQH1246. TA1170093.

HAULMARKEXTENDABLEFLATTOP 2019, extendableflattopspringsuspensionalcoas extends13.5mto21.5msetupforsteel cartagetimberboxtoolboxlowkilometres goodcondition.TQH1229. TA1170083.

$93,500

$55,000

TA1179899. $71,500

$165,000

$143,000

VAWDREY34PALLETDROPDECKBDOUBLECURTAINSIDER COMBINATION 2023,tautlinercombinationmezzaninefloorshanging gatesunlimitedkilometresavailableforshortandlongtermhire

VAWDREY34PALLETDROPDECKBDOUBLECURTAINSIDER COMBINATION 2023,tautlinercombinationairbagsuspension mezzaninefloorshanginggatesavailableforshortandlongtermhire conditionsapply.TQR144. TA1185744. $2,860perweek

HAULMARKB-DOUBLESIDETIPPERS 2023,sidetippercombination airbagsuspensionhydraulictarpsunlimitedkilometresavailablefor shortorlongtermhireconditionsapply.TQR080. TA1185738.

$4,400perweek

HAULMARKSIDETIPPER 2023,sidetipperairbagsuspensionroadtrain leadhydraulictarpunlimitedkilometresavailableforshortandlong termhire.TQR072.

$2,200

KRUEGERBDOUBLECURTAINSIDER 2023,tautlinercombinationairbag suspensionhanginggatesunlimitedkilometresavailableforshortor longtermhireconditionsapply.TQR127. TA1185743.

HAULMARK45FTFLATTOPTRAILERROADTRAINLEAD 2023,airbag suspension3waycontainerpinsroadtrainleadpipebolstersunlimited kilometresavailableforshortorlongtermhireconditionsapply. TQR034. TA1185742.

$1,100perweek

TA1185737. $2,200perweek

HAULMARKEXTENDABLEFLATTOPROADTRAINLEAD 2023,airbag suspensionroadtrainleadextends13.7mto21.7munlimitedkilometres availableforshortorlongtermhireconditionsapply.TQR177.

HAULMARKDROPDECKEXTENDABLE 2023,airbagsuspensionextends to17.4moverall4waycontainerpinsroadtrainleadunlimited kilometresavailableforshortandlongtermhire.TQR090.

SWINGLIFTSIDELOADER 2023,sideloaderairbagsuspensionremote cranes20-40containersroadtrainleadunlimitedkilometresavailable forshortorlongtermhire.TQR076.

HAULMARKTRIAXLEROADTRAINDOLLY 2023,airbagsuspension 50/90mmturntablesunlimitedkilometresavailableforshortandlong termhireconditionsapply.TQR161.

HAULMARKTRI-AXLEROADTRAINDOLLY 2023,springsuspension 50/90mmturntablesunlimitedkilometresavailableforshortandlong termhireconditionsapply.TQR035. TA1185734. $770perweek

HAULMARKBOGIEROADTRAINDOLLY 2023,airbagsuspension50mm turntableunlimitedkilometresavailableforshortandlongtermhire conditionsapply.TQHAIRB. TA1185733. $660perweek

TA1185741. $1,650perweek

TA1185739. $2,750perweek

TA1185740. $1,980perweek

TA1185735. $880perweek

In this issue

Renault’s tech revolution

The next generation of high-tech heavy truck cabins are being rolled out in Europe

Mercedes-Benz Actros celebrates 25 years UD trucks digs deep for a great cause Isuzu faces the great parts challenge Rolling out a national heavy vehicle law

Iveco races into karting transport

When the Patrizicorse team rolls into town with a load of go karting products on board, they arrive in style with the help of their Iveco trucks.

Patrizicorse, created by former Supercar Driver Michael Patrizi a little over 10 years ago, is the country’s largest karting distributor and the Australian Karting Association’s largest stakeholder.

Its mission is to help the next generation of motor racing enthusiasts to build their careers in karting and beyond by providing expert training and the full range of equipment required to make it to the top of the game.

Patrizicorse imports and distributes Lecont tyres and Vortex engines and offers a full range of services to the karting industry, including sales of kart chassis, Alpinestars racewear accessories and consumables. The

company is also the official supplier of BirelART and Ricciardo Kart machines for the Oceania region.

Patrizi personally mentors and manages several young drivers with numerous World, European and Australian karting champions having passed through the Patrizicorse stable, as well as racers from other categories.

And while the karts may be driven by youngsters, there are no doubts that these are serious machines –on some tracks they’re capable of nudging speeds of 170 km/h while pulling four ‘Gs’ through corners.

With a growing business and the need to balance racing services with parts and equipment distribution, Patrizi somewhat fell into transport logistics, through the need to distribute his products.

“I began by running a karting team for my brother and his mate and the

business grew from there,” he says.

“We didn’t get our first truck, an Iveco Stralis ATi 360 6x2 rigid, until late 2016 and although this was set-up as a dedicated vehicle transporter, when not at the track the truck was also being used to deliver karts, equipment and spare parts.”

Prior to purchasing the Stralis, Iveco was already high on the list as Michael’s preferred truck brand for several reasons.

“Through my racing career I’ve been fortunate to travel quite widely around the world, and in Europe Ivecos were everywhere, they seemed to be the preferred brand for race transport work,” he says.

“I’m also of Italian heritage so had a

When former Supercar driver Michael Patrizi went looking for transport options for go karts distributed by his Patrizicorse business, Iveco’s Stralis model came out on top

The Patrizicorse Iveco trucks are a strong presence on the tarmac

bit of a preference for Iveco, but that didn’t stop me from testing a heap of other truck brands before settling on the Stralis – in the end I found I couldn’t go past Iveco.”

Michael’s Iveco is powered by the Cursor 8 engine which produces 360hp and 1500 Nm, and is matched to the Eurotronic II, 12-speed AMT.

The three-tier body which was developed by Aldom Transport Engineering in Adelaide, allows the team to securely transport up to 12 karts (along with tools and spares), and features a full Dhollandia hydro lift rated at 2.5 tonnes – this makes easy work of loading and unloading the karts and can also handle the weight of a GT car if required.

Other features of the Stralis and body include a sleeper cab which allows two-up driving for longer trips as well as office space where Michael can hold on-track meetings.

The transporter body has insulated, composite walling and roof to keep weight down, and importantly, lowers the vehicle’s centre of gravity.

With Patrizicorse continuing to grow, Michael more recently added a further two Ivecos to his fleet, another Stralis ATi 360 6x2 which is used purely for delivery of karting products, as well as a 19.6m³ Daily 50C18, which features a 180hp / 430Nm powerplant and 8-speed full automatic transmission.

The Daily’s role is predominantly as a kart transporter for local races, providing space for several karts, spares as well as two junior drivers and driver of the van.

“Our original Stralis has performed so well for us, it’s been reliable, it’s comfortable and it’s easy to drive, so when we had to add a couple of more vehicles to the fleet, I had no hesitations about returning to Iveco Brisbane,” Patrizi says.

“In choosing the Daily van, I really liked that it has the dual real wheels and full-length chassis, it’s more sturdy and has no issues coping with our load requirements.”

Along with its exposure to grass roots motorsport, at a global level, Iveco Group also recently renewed its partnership with MotoGP™ as the official truck supplier, as well as its association with Formula 1 team, Scuderia Ferrari.

A Michael Patrizi with his newest additions

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C Sales, support, parts and an office on wheels

Renault’s tech revolution

With safety and creature comforts in mind the team at Renault Trucks in France have completed a major makeover of the cab interiors of their T, T High and C & K models.

While comfort and ergonomics were one part of the focus, with a wider range of materials on offer for customisation to suit the particular driver or fleet, the other was the introduction of the very latest in advanced driver assistance technologies.

In a media release discussing the makeover Renault says the dashboards of their new trucks will feature a 12-inch adjustable main digital display, complemented by a secondary multifunction touchscreen featuring an intuitive Android Automobile interface for quick access to applications.

“Drivers can use the steering wheel controls to operate the main display and secondary screen functions in complete safety, including phone calls and music controls,” Renault says.

“To make driving easier, the screen also displays navigation aids and camera views. The vehicles can also be fitted with an induction phone charger.”

Other additions include the option

to cover the steering wheel in leather, and to choose textile or leather for seats.

“Renault Trucks T, T High, C & K and Renault Trucks E-Tech T & C are fitted with a steering column that can be adjusted in three directions,” Renault says.

“This means that drivers can adopt the driving position that suits them best, tailored to their body shape, the constraints of their assignment and, of course, their personal preferences.

“The steering column can be adjusted using a single foot-operated

control that adjusts both the position and tilt of the steering wheel. Precision and safety are guaranteed through adjustment with both hands on the steering wheel and instant locking.”

The 2024 models will feature the latest in emergency braking systems, along with a battery of radars and cameras fitted around the trucks to enhance the driver’s view.

“As an option, up to five cameras can be added to monitor the vehicle’s environment, its load or the fifth wheel during coupling,” Renault says.

“Drivers are automatically advised of tyre pressure levels on the truck and trailer and are alerted in the event of any anomalies, thus avoiding excessive fuel consumption or tyre blowouts. The vehicles also feature a speeding alert system (ISA), with a camera that detects the speed limit and warns drivers if they are exceeding it, thus avoiding accidents and fines.”

A driver airbag and seat belt pretensioner are other safety features available, and on the business side, the Optivision Map Based system is available for installation to assist with reducing fuel consumption. The system works of topographical date to optimise gearshift strategies.

The next generation of high-tech heavy truck cabins are being rolled out in Europe

Renault is rolling out its next generation of trucks in France

The new look cab features a 12 inch digital display and a secondary touch screen

Actros turns 25

1998 – The year Saving Private Ryan debuted on the big screen, Apple unveiled its iMac and MercedesBenz brought its first Actros trucks to Australia.

In the quarter of a century since Mercedes-Benz has been building its knowledge of the Australian market and honing its offer, leading to the release of this year’s Actros 25 Driver Edition.

The special edition prime mover is packed with the best the German manufacturer has to offer, a unique combination of power, comfort and safety that captured the imagination of Carey’s Freight Lines managing director Darren Carey at the recent Brisbane Truck Show.

With 18 Actros trucks in the fleet already Carey says they had been solid and reliable performers since the first truck was delivered in 2017.

When the chance came to add the anniversary edition to the fleet, he jumped on it, and became the first to own the new model in Australia when it was delivered late last month by Mavin Truck Centre’s Steve Pinkstone.

“It looked good on the stand, but it looks even better in the metal, in our yard with our trailers,” Carey says. “It looks brilliant.”

“Right from the start, the Actros has given us great fuel economy and we also appreciate the safety features and the comfort.

“The acceptance level among drivers has been really good too.”

Mercedes-Benz Trucks vice president Andrew Assimo is thrilled the milestone truck is joining the Carey’s Freight Lines fleet.

“The special edition Actros 25 Driver Edition is full of features that drivers often request and it also looks fantastic, so we know it will be a popular addition to the fleet at Carey’s Freight Lines,” Assimo says.

“Carey’s Freight Lines is known for its well-presented trucks, its customer dedication and safety-first approach and is a wonderful brand ambassador for Mercedes-Benz Trucks.”

The Actros 25 Driver Edition is a 2663 fitted with the top-of-the-line 630hp 16-litre six-cylinder OM473 engine linked to the latest generation 12-speed Automated Manual Transmission (AMT).

It comes with the Predictive Powertrain Control system, which uses topographical information, including pre-mapped threedimensional GPS data, to enable the truck to make the best, and

most economical, choice of throttle application and gear selection. This includes saving fuel by coasting for long periods.

It also features Active Drive Assist technology, which helps to actively help steer the truck and keep it in the centre of its lane and a grey metallic paint scheme matched with Alcoa Dura-Bright wheels and a raft of upgrades that ensure it stands out on the highway.

This model has been fitted out with the Gigaspace cab, which is taller and provides more headroom and space for front-mounted cabinets above the windscreen. One of these cabinets includes a microwave.

On the rear wall of the cab, there are two beds including a fixed bed at the bottom and folding bunk at the top. Below the bottom bed are twin fridges that are within easy reach of the driver.

The special truck features leatherseats, a leather wrapped steering wheel and woodgrain trim. A bunk curtain, with Mercedes-Benz logo, is also provided.

The Driver 25 edition draws on a 25 years of innovation on the Actros, including being the first truck with radar-based Advanced Emergency Braking System (AEBS) technology, the first with Electronic Stability Control (ESC), the first with SAE Level 2 Automation and the first heavy truck with a complete range of engines meeting the Euro 6 standard.

While the Actros is celebrating its 25th year of sale in Australia, Carey’s Freight Lines has just celebrated its 75th year in business as part of a journey that started in 1947, when Harold Carey bought his first truck after returning from World War II.

He sold the the company in the 1980s to his sons, Mick and John, who grew the business, which is now operated by Harold Carey’s grandsons Darren, Todd and Rick.

An Actros, with the lot, has joined the fleet at Carey’s Freight Lines in Tamworth, much to the delight of its drivers

Carey’s Freight Lines’ managing director Darren Carey with his 25th anniversary Mercedes-Benz Actros

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UD eyes a worthy cause

A first of its kind St John’s Ambulance Eye Van is about to hit the streets of Bundaberg in Queensland as part of a partnership with UD Trucks.

The van serves as a mobile ophthalmology clinic, loaded with the latest equipment and designed offer patients a comfortable experience.

It travels to rural and remote First Nations communities across Queensland helping to bring services to those in need and to identify and cure conditions such as diabetic retinopathy.

St John Ambulance Queensland’s general manager of Opthalmic Programs, Lyndall De Marco, says the program is a critical service for these communities.

“Our sight-saving program reduces preventable blindness through our mobile ophthalmic treatment facility,” De Marco says.

“The St John Eye Van travels to rural and remote First Nations communities across Queensland, making it possible for more ophthalmologists to bring their expertise to people that are marginalised due to distance and access.”

Those diagnosed with diabetes are three times more likely to suffer from diabetic retinopathy, and 94 per cent of identified cases are curable or treatable when diagnosed early.

“Alarmingly, one in three diagnosed individuals will also experience vision loss, which, if detected in the

early stages, can be prevented, or treated in 94 per cent of cases,” De Marco says.

Indigenous Wellbeing Centre CEO Wayne Mulvany says the service had

previously help about 400 patients when it operated from 2016 to 2018.

“Services like this are incredibly important for our community,” Mulvany says.

“This service provides patients access to an Ophthalmologist, Optometrist, and Orthoptist to reduce the risk of blindness from sight-threatening conditions like Diabetic Retinopathy.

First Nations people can also be at greater risk of developing Type I and Type II Diabetes, and we know diabetes can be a silent killer.”

UD Trucks Australia vice-president Lauren Pulitano says the company is proud to be able to support St John Ambulance in its endeavours, particularly as the organisation celebrates its 140th year of service to the community.

“The Eye Van is a true testament to St John’s dedication to improving quality of life and to see this impact is very special,” Pulitano says.

“At UD Trucks, our purpose is Better Life, and we are proud to be a partner of St John and the Eye Van and to have our UD Quon GK 4x2 prime mover powering the clinic across Queensland, allowing St John’s incredible team to deliver life-changing ophthalmology services to rural and remote communities that need it most.

St John Ambulance Queensland is rolling out an Eye Van service to the Bundaberg region in Queensland with the support of the UD Trucks

UD Trucks is backing St John’s Ambulance in Bundaberg, Queensland

Lauren Pulitano

The new truck is bringing eye services to the community

VICTORIA & SOUTH AUSTRALIA

Electric waste removal

Waste never seemed so cool until Mercedes-Benz stepped up to the plate.

Mercedes-Benz Trucks showcased its zero-emissions waste truck fleet at the Australasian Waste and Recycling Expo in Sydney on July 26 and 27.

Its offering included the all-electric eEconic, a ground-breaking truck that not only produces no local emissions, but also operates in near silence.

Mercedes-Benz Trucks Australia

will soon begin a local validation program for the eEconic that will become available in Australia and New Zealand in the near future.

The electric eEconic adds to the positives of the diesel Econic, which was developed from the groundup to work in densely populated areas and is known for its excellent visibility, practicality and active safety features.

With production starting last year, the eEconic has impressed European

Fresh food with Foton

In a major step in their zero-emissions transition, Woolworths Group has announced that an order of 25 new Foton T5 EV trucks will start to hit the road this months it commences its transition to an all-electric home delivery fleet by 2030.

The initial purchase of 25 Foton T5 Light Duty Electric trucks fitted to Woolworths specifications is a major step for the Foton brand in the Australia market and demonstrates support for the Foton T5 truck for demanding last-mile delivery work in Australia.

The T5 fits neatly within Woolworths Groups’ fleet, with the supermarket giant stating its intent to decarbonise its transport and logistics operation by working collaboratively with its suppliers and partners to deliver on its sustainability agenda. Exploring zero emissions transport opportunities within their value chain is an important component of that collaboration.

Foton Mobility Distribution CEO Neil Wang says the company was proud to be associated with such an iconic Australian brand and to be able to partner with

customers with its advanced design, strong performance and efficiency.

The eEconic uses much of the same electric architecture as the MercedesBenz Trucks eActros, which is currently part of a validation program in Australia and New Zealand.

Daimler Truck already has considerable experience with electric trucks in Australia. It was the first manufacturer to launch an all-electric truck when Fuso introduced the pioneering eCanter locally in 2021.

Mercedes-Benz Trucks Australia Pacific Director Andrew Assimo says the eEconic will be an exciting feature of the AWRE event.

“The waste and recycling industry is determined to reduce its transport carbon emissions in a practical way, so the eEconic is a perfect fit,” Assimo says.

“We are thrilled to be able to have it on our stand in Sydney before it gets to work as part of our validation trial.”

other proven Australian companies such as QTRS, TRS and NTI to deliver first class outcomes for both Woolworths and its customers.

Wang went on to say that the car licence 4.5 Tonne Foton T5, backed by a nationwide dealer and service network and now thousands of kilometres of proven global performance during its development, was the ideal vehicle for the last-mile logistics industry.

With a five-year, 200,000km warranty, FMD has every confidence that this initial Woolworths order of 25 T5s will encourage others in the transport and logistics sector to support companies who want to accelerate their own transmission towards net-zero.

“FMD is proud to be partnering with Woolworths Group to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow,” Wang says.

FMD are the exclusive Australian distributors of a range of zero-emissions new energy commercial vehicles, including battery electric trucks, vans and buses and hydrogen fuel-cell trucks and buses.

Mercedes-Benz Trucks has showcased its latest in zeroemissions waste trucks in Sydney this month

Woolworths has opted to go with Foton for its latest zero-emissions push

Mercedes-Benz are bringing electric powerplants to the waste industry

Foton Mobility Distribution’s CEO Neil Wang and one of the electric delivery trucks

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Zero targets hard to hit

A recent study by Transport & Environment has revealed that heavy vehicle brands Scania, Mercedes-Benz and MAN are the only European truck brands on track to decarbonise their operations.

Alongside Tesla and BYD, the three European truckmakers dominate the new global ranking that evaluates brands’ readiness to transition to zero-emissions sales.

The study revealed that only Mercedes-Benz Trucks, Scania and MAN aim to sell only electric or hydrogen fuel-cell trucks by 2040, with the study by Transport & Environment warning that four major

manufacturers risk falling behind in the decarbonisation race.

Scania tops the list with a zeroemissions readiness score of 86.8, with Mercedes-Benz (84.5) and MAN (75.1) in the top four.

The likes of Irizar (64.7), Lion Electric (64.1), Tevva (63), Volvo Trucks (62.4) and Volta (61.4) are all in the next middle bracket.

However, it then falls, with Renault Trucks (53.3), Iveco (44.1), Freightliner (44), Foton (43.6), Mack (35.3) and Volvo Trucks US (33.7) on the lower end of the scale.

However, in the very bottom percentile is DAF (24.4), Kenworth

(18.9), Peterbilt (17.8) and Sinotruk (16.1).

Transport & Environment says Volvo Trucks may have committed to a 70 per cent zero-emissions sales target by 2030, but it lacks a 100 per cent zero-emissions sales target.

“European truckmakers all claim to be green, but the reality is less than half of them are on track to go to zero-emissions and only via voluntary commitments,” Transport & Environment freight director Sofie Defour says.

“There’s a huge gap in the truck industry between manufacturers with a plan to fully decarbonise and those without. The EU needs strong truck CO2 standards to bring the whole European industry up to speed.”

Defour says the leading European truck manufacturers face competition from the likes of Tesla and BYD, who are also high in rankings in the study.

Transport & Environment is using the study’s results to call for an elevation of zero-emissions decarbonisation goals in the EU for truckmakers and manufacturers.

Three major European truck manufacturers sit atop the Transport & Environment decarbonisation study

Scania tops the list in terms of zero-emissions readiness

Mercedes-Benz and MAN are tracking well towards their zero emission targets

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Spare parts boom

For 34 years in a row Isuzu Australia Ltd has topped the leader board when it comes to truck sales in the light and medium segments of the market.

Hundreds of thousands of their trucks grace the roads of Australia and the South Pacific. It is a business of scale, and one that needs massive support in place.

For Isuzu dealers and customers, the central hub behind their experiences with the brand can be found at the 15,000 sqm National Parts Distribution Centre at Truganina, northwest of Melbourne’s CBD.

Recognised as one of the largest truck parts and component sites in the southern hemisphere, the stateof-the-art facility is also home to the Isuzu Power Solutions operations and development centre, and IAL Administration, Sales, Engineering and Services.

On the parts side, 50 staff work rotating shifts from 5am to 10pm daily to ship more than 16,000 items to the dealer network by air, rail, road and even sea for partners throughout the South Pacific.

It’s logistics on a grand scale with IAL receiving and processing an average of 450, 40-foot shipping containers every year.

“We pick an average of 3000 lines of stock every day, which equates to over 600,000 every year,” IAL Parts Warehouse manager Leanne Peterson says.

“From that number, over 70,000 consignments are shipped-out every year to wherever they need to go. It is critical that we move extremely efficiently at this end of the supply

chain so our customers can get out on the road again as quickly as possible.”

Peterson says the warehouse holds about seven million items at any one time, ranging from tiny electrical components to replacement cabs, engines and transmissions.

Isuzu delineates those parts into three product ranges: Genuine Parts, Isuzu Approved Parts and its second tier Best Value Parts or ‘BVP’ range.

National Parts sales manager Joel Gledhill says the Genuine Parts range are manufactured directly for Isuzu to stringent Isuzu quality standards and testing, while the Approved Parts range is sourced from a number of leading brands including Meritor, Fleetguard, Eaton, Hendrickson and Allison.

“This ensures the ongoing reliability of an Isuzu vehicle and in many cases the parts can also fit other brands of trucks, which is beneficial for those dealerships and affiliated service centres who service a range of different truck brands,” Gledhill says.

Isuzu’s ‘BVP’ range comprises a comprehensive selection of service parts to suit older model Isuzu Trucks. Included are starter motors, alternators, drive belts, brake components, clutch components and filters.

While the parts centre is certainly busy now, the team is busy gearing up for even busier times ahead.

Isuzu says the next 24 months is set to be an interesting period in Australian trucking history with the competing forces of high-volume sales, lingering supply chain issues and the manufacture of new battery electric technology to contend with.

IAL’s parts warehouse manager Leanne Peterson says her team are ready for the challenge.

Behind every great truck is a steady flow of parts and servicing, and with a record 13,360 trucks sold last year, the Isuzu team has plenty of work to go on with

Isuzu’s spare parts warehouse carries more than 7 million parts

Isuzu’s parts warehouse manager Leanne Peterson at work

Isuzu national parts sales manager Joel Gledhill

SuperTruck II results are in

Navistar has revealed the results of the International® SuperTruck II, a project in partnership with the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE).

Under the results, International SuperTruck II demonstrates 16 miles per gallon (6.8km per litre) fuel efficiency through hybridisation and a 170 per cent improvement in freight efficiency, among other advancements over the 2009 baseline vehicle, its International SuperTruck I.

It also proves innovative technical approaches to weight reduction from rolling resistance technologies, aerodynamic improvements and powertrain technologies designed to deliver premium freight efficiency to assist in reducing America’s dependency on fossil fuels in the commercial vehicle sector.

“With co-funding by the DOE, Navistar engineers experimented with prospective technologies not currently available in the Class 8 truck market to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility,” SuperTruck programs global innovation and principal investigator chief engineer Russ Zukouski says.

“The team concentrated its design on high-voltage electrification, utilising hybrid technology on a path toward full electrification that has

the potential to be commercialised in fully electric vehicles and improve customers’ total cost of ownership (TCO) and business operations.”

With a shared program goal of increasing Class 8 vehicle efficiency and reducing the U.S. dependence on fossil fuels, International SuperTruck II focused on the next generation of vehicle efficiency improvements through hybridization and aerodynamics.

This resulted in a demonstration of 170 per cent improvement in vehicle freight efficiency, 55 per cent engine brake thermal efficiency, assessed TCO opportunities for individual technologies and high-voltage electrification efforts modelling hybrid technologies that can be used for fully electric vehicles.

“Navistar is the only OEM to build a trailer to provide the most accurate testing results possible,” Advance Truck chief engineer Dean Oppermann says.

“It includes a 100 per cent composite box designed for minimum aerodynamic drag with light weight, integrated cross members, controlled underbody flow with composite aero treatments, next-generation solar panels with connectivity options, and ride height control.”

Highlighting Navistar’s

commitment to an electrified future, International SuperTruck II was built as a hybrid vehicle featuring a combustion engine with highvoltage accessories and technologies, developed in partnership with Bosch. Engine improvements were made in key areas including combustion, friction, gas exchange, and airflow through the engine.

“Our goal is to continue to advance internal combustion engine technology as efficiently and sustainably as possible until there is parity with zero-emissions vehicles,” Oppermann says.

“Development of both technologies concurrently ensures a smooth transition of technology to best serve customer needs. We are focused on the entire product ecosystem –product development itself, as well as infrastructure charging, service and support of vehicle operation, end of life for batteries.”

The SuperTruck II program moves Navistar toward its vision to accelerate the impact of sustainable mobility. As a member of the TRATON Group, Navistar continues to identify, engineer, and test future technologies, including solid state batteries, hydrogen fuel cell electric vehicle technology, autonomous driving capability and connected vehicle solutions.

Navistar’s SuperTruck testing has gone to a new level in the United States

The aerodynamic lines of the Navistar International SuperTruck II

Masterful Mack mechanics

Round three of the Mack Trucks global aftersales competition, Mack Masters wrapped up last month, ending in a nail-biting sudden death knock-out between six perfectly scoring Australian teams from four dealerships – one team from CMV Truck & Bus Epping, one team from Western Truck Group Townsville and two teams from both Truck Centre WA Forrestfield and Volvo Commercial Vehicles Prestons.

Mack says the Masters competition is designed to increase aftersales competencies, celebrate and promote teamwork amongst dealership service, warranty and parts professionals by putting teams against each other in knowledgebased aftersales questions.

The competition is ultimately aimed at improving customer satisfaction and culminates in a global final in Allentown and New York in October where the best

aftersales teams from around the world face off over a series of workshop tasks.

The two Australian teams who reigned victorious in the 24-hour, Sudden Death battle, ‘Top Dogs’ from Truck Centre WA Forrestfield and ‘V Mac IV+’ from Volvo Commercial Vehicles Prestons now prepare to take on the best teams from Latin America, Canada and the United States.

Richard Singer, vice president Services and Retail Development, Volvo Group Australia says he was thrilled to see the strong engagement from Australia for the country’s first year of Mack Masters.

“Mack Masters offers an engaging and challenging competition that doubles as an unparalleled training opportunity for dealer aftersales teams.

“For our first year competing, we had 79 teams register which really

Australian teams ‘V Mac IV+’ (VCV Prestons) and ‘Top Dogs’ (TCWA Forrestfield) and are through to the Mack Masters final.

demonstrates the enthusiasm and commitment of our colleagues across the Mack Trucks dealer network. A big congratulations to everyone who has taken part, and particularly to our two Finalist teams.”

Tom Chapman, vice president, Mack Trucks Australia says he looked forward to watching the two Australian teams throw down in October.

“We take a lot of pride in knowing our dealerships are staffed by some of the most professional and capable staff in the industry.

“We’re really looking forward to sizing up against some of the best in the world in what we hear is going to be a real spectacle of an event.

“We’re quietly confident that either one of our two dedicated Aussie teams have what it takes to bring home the title.”

The battle for supremacy in the aftermarket space at Mack Trucks showcases talent from around the country

CILTA awarded delivery of CLOCS-A

The National Road Safety Partnership Program (NRSPP) has announced that the Chartered Institute of Logistics and Transport Australia (CILTA) has been awarded delivery of Construction Logistics and Community Safety Journey Australia (CLOCS-A).

CILTA began its CLOCS-A journey in 2016 through a webinar with Transport for London, who shared their approach and knowledge of CLOCS.

Now after seven years, and an intense 18 months, CILTA says it has been entrusted with the delivery of CLOCS-A.

CLOCS-A is a national good practice approach for managing the risks and impacts associated with a construction project’s on-road transport and logistics activities to improve community road safety.

With $200 billion in infrastructure projects forecast to be constructed over the next decade, most of which will occur in cities, safe and efficient logistics are crucial. Vulnerable

road users are particularly at risk, so CLOCS-A’s focus is on sharing the responsibility between the construction project, the transport company, drivers and the community to prevent incidents from occurring.

CLOCS-A features in the National Road Safety Strategy Action Plan 2023-25 and the New South Wales, Queensland and South Australian State Road Safety Action Plans.

“The CLOCS-A Standard will continuously improve over time and is an example of how industry, government and the community can come together to raise the safety of an entire sector,” NRSPP director and CLOCS-A Steering Group Chair Jerome Carslake says.

CILTA will take on the leadership and delivery of CLOCS-A from July 1, 2023. To support the operationalisation by CILTA, they will be provided $300,000 in seed funding from the Victorian Department of Transport and Planning, Major Transport

Infrastructure Authority, Queensland Transport and Main Roads, Transport for NSW and Sydney Metro.

“CILTA will spend the next few months locking down the final operational elements of delivering the CLOCS-A Standard, such as the auditing framework and member registration. The plan is for CLOCS-A to go live later in 2023,” Carslake says.

“Road safety is a shared responsibility and not the remit of any single person, organisation or business. We all have a role to play.

CLOCS-A is the realisation of this philosophy which was highlighted in the 2015 coronial inquest into Rebekka Meyer who died while cycling due to a collision with a construction truck. The coronial inquest recommendations for trucks and the community will be realised through CLOCS-A nearly eight years later.

“The development of CLOCS-A is only possible thanks to the amazing in-kind support provided by the SG members and the other 60 plus stakeholders involved over the past 18 months. Without their amazing contributions the quality of the standard and the supporting program would not have been possible.”

The CLOCS-A Steering Group consisted of Acciona, ARTSA-I, CILTA, Victorian Department of Transport and Planning, HSE Global, Major Transport Infrastructure Authority, McConnell Dowell, NRSPP, Transport for NSW, Sydney Metro, Truck Industry Council and Transport for London.

CILTA and the NRSPP wish to thank all of the stakeholders who contributed to the development of CLOCS-A and to acknowledge the funding provided by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator’s Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (supported by the federal government).

CILTA has completed its CLOCS-A journey by being awarded delivery of the important safety approach

CILTA’s Kim Hassall sharing the research of the organisation

NHVR launches new fatigue management application

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) has launched a new Advanced Fatigue Management (AFM) digital application pack in the NHVR Portal to better support the heavy vehicle industry to access safe and tailored fatigue risk management options.

NHVR Acting Chief Executive Officer Raymond Hassall says the NHVR has worked closely with the heavy vehicle industry to develop the new application pack, which is designed to remove unnecessary complexity and provide improved guidance.

“AFM provides transport operators with the ability to tailor work and rest options within outer work limits, so long as they can demonstrate appropriate risk controls and transparency in their operations,” Hassall says.

“As Australia’s safety regulator, we are committed to supporting operators and drivers to work together to ensure drivers are behind the wheel when they are most fit and resting when they are tired.

“The new AFM application pack has reduced 40 pages of paperwork into an online tool that includes a stepby-step process with templates, real world work and rest hour examples and risk controls so there is no need to start from scratch.

“While standard hours suit many businesses, AFM provides those operators who want to establish a more fit for purpose approach to managing fatigue safety risks and be transparent about what they are doing.”

The application pack was launched at the Livestock and Rural Transporters Association of South Australia (LRTASA) Conference in Adelaide.

President of the LRTASA Frank Tedesco says the new approach would greatly support livestock and rural transporters, particularly due to the unique nature of transporting live loads.

“Livestock transporters can often face uncertainty and complex situations during journeys,” Tedesco says.

“Having the flexibility get to a safe location will minimise stress on drivers and improve safety outcomes.

“The new application pack makes it clear what safety practices are expected to offset fatigue safety risks and is customizable so each business can tailor to their own needs.”

AFM is a module within the NHVR’s National Heavy Vehicle Accreditation Scheme (NHVAS), that provides a performance-based approach to fatigue risk management.

AFM applications are still assessed against the ministerially approved NHVAS Business Rules and Standards. Features of new AFM Application Pack:

1. Online tool in the NHVR Portal that includes fillable forms and templates, reducing complexity and unnecessary paperwork

2. Supported by a dedicated case manager who will work directly with transport businesses every step of the way in completing, lodging and providing post application support

3. Real world work and rest hours examples based on common AFM approved schedules, meaning there is no need for businesses to start from scratch

4. Selection of customizable risk controls and counter measures that operators can select to offset and manage fatigue safety risks

5. Automatically generated safety case to support AFM applications, provided in a downloadable and consistent format.

The NHVR will continue to work with industry to improve the information in the AFM application pack and update the content to ensure it remains fit for purpose.

The new application pack is available under the accreditation menu in the NHVR Portal.

The NHVR has launched a new fatigue management system that will revolutionise fatigue monitoring for heavy vehicle operators

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S169. TA1150785. $33,000+GST+ORC

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Diagnostics: Open Road

We’re past the midway point in the calendar year but it’s not too early to be thinking about Santa.

Our industry has been promised an online system that improves road network access by automating much of the decision making.

For an industry that struggles with all manner of permits and often finds itself at the mercy of local road managers working to long and inflexible processing deadlines, it would be like all our Christmases coming at once.

Such a system already operates in Tasmania but with due respect to operators from the Apple Isle, instigating a national counterpart is a wholly different beast.

Under the current system, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator considers requests for access on an individual basis and makes the final decision to grant a mass or dimension authority.

The NHVR can only grant access if it is satisfied that the use of heavy vehicles under the authority will not pose a significant risk to public safety and that each relevant road manager has consented.

Heaven help an operator when a local road manager goes on holidays and forgets to turn on his or her outof-office email.

The Kanofski Review into Heavy Vehicle National Law reform recommended we start moving towards a national online approval system by introducing

Clark,

an as-of-right-access along specific routes between major cities. Makes a lot of sense to me and it would bring a lot of seasonal cheer to the bottom lines of operators wanting to deliver on the freight task in a more efficient but safe manner.

A major barrier to operators buying new, safer and more efficient PBS vehicles is the lack of certainty on access, which could be addressed with the automated access system.

Making online approval work for smaller routes is going to involve an assessment of current road freight routes to make sure they are as described in terms of width and bridge capacity and working through changes with local government.

Minimising turnaround time for approvals not deemed as-of-rightaccess would be a gift.

Mapping every road accessed by a heavy vehicle sounds a daunting task but it’s not. You’ll find proof on your mobile phone. Google has managed to capture terabytes of images and regularly updates its library.

I couldn’t help thinking that our

bureaucrats had missed a golden opportunity to get things moving when I saw a government tender in June for the government’s forthcoming national mobile signal audit.

There’s talk that this audit may involve Australia Post vehicles carrying signal measurement devices.

Mobile dead spots are the bane of long-haul operators with regard to both safety and efficiency.

But how much smarter would it have been to wrap a mapping survey of road capacity constraints into the same project?

The kicker is that the Department of Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development, Communications and the Arts tender looks to be spreading the audit over five years.

The Kanofski Review set a target for a new automated access system to be in place within three years, and for the number of access permits required to be halved in the same period.

In June, national transport ministers approved proposed amendments to the HVNL and tasked the National Transport with drafting a new Bill and regulations.

Industry will be consulted and a package is scheduled to go before ministers for approval in July 2024.

The wheels of reform do move slowly but rest assured NatRoad will be pushing hard in the next few months for some early presents under the tree for all of us.

Warren

CEO of the National Road Transport Association

No Christmas shortcut in sight when it comes to access

Victoria launches safety cams

The on road trials are over and the Victorian government opted to go live with fines from its high-tech road safety cameras from July 1.

The mobile device and seatbelt detection cameras began operation in April this year, using AI technology to capture high-resolution images of vehicles and detect offences.

Drivers captured by the cameras in Victoria will now face penalties of four demerit points and a $577 fine when caught using a mobile phone while driving, and three demerit points and a $385 fine for drivers and passengers not wearing a seatbelt.

Shockingly, during April and May this year, the cameras detected 7,160 offences, including 3,523 drivers and 767 passengers not wearing seatbelts and 2,870 drivers using mobile phones.

“We know that driver distraction is a major contributor to serious and fatal collisions and the time for complacency is over. These cameras will be deployed all over the state and they will catch those drivers not buckled up or distracted by phones,”

Victorian police minister Anthony Carbines says.

“Drivers have a responsibility of not just keeping themselves and others in their car safe, but everyone else using the road too. Every life lost on the roads is avoidable – I urge Victorians to do the right thing on the roads.”

Up until July 1, drivers who were caught were issued with an advisory letter throughout a three-month grace period to ensure they have an opportunity to heed safety warnings and adjust their behaviour before enforcement begins.

There are currently four camera trailer systems in operation, enforcing more than 8,000 hours each month. The cameras can be deployed to up to 200 locations in rural and metropolitan areas. A further two camera trailer systems will be operational in the coming months.

Distracted driving is a major contributor to serious and fatal collisions.

In 2022, nearly a quarter of vehicle occupants who died and their seatbelt status was known were not wearing a seatbelt. Drivers are also 10 times more at risk of crashing if they

are texting, browsing or emailing on their mobile phone.

The state government has invested $33.7 million in the new cameras as part of the Victorian Road Safety Strategy 2021-2030, which aims to save lives and reduce trauma on Victorian roads. Additionally, the government has invested $49.4 million towards 35 new Fixed Digital Road Safety Cameras, and two new Point-to-Point networks.

The next phase of these cameras began enforcement on July 11, with two new cameras in operation in Coolaroo and Narre Warren.

The roll out of the remaining road safety cameras will continue to take a phased approach, with 20 intersection sites to be complete by the end of the year and the entire program to be completed by 2026.

Upgrading road safety camera sites along the Hume Freeway is also underway, including works at 10 existing road safety camera sites and the installation of additional road safety cameras at four new sites, extending the existing Hume Freeway point-to-point network from Broadford to Euroa.

If the 7000 offences detected in Victoria’s three-month trial of mobile phone and seat belt cameras are any sign, there’ll be a few drivers with lighter wallets this month

The Victorian government is increasing its arsenal of fixed and trailer based safety cameras in a bid to improve safety on the state’s roads

Fuel tax change to hurt

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It’s going to be a tough start to the new financial year for the road transport industry, that much is certain.

From July 1 the fuel tax credit (FTC) scheme for diesel fuel used in eligible trucks on public roads decreased to 18.9 cents per litre from 20.5 cents per litre.

The Australian Trucking Association (ATA) has commented on the matter saying the decrease is due to a decision made by Australian transport ministers to increase truck charges by six per cent per year for the next three years.

As a result, truck drivers and operators will receive a smaller subsidy for their fuel, meaning they will have to pay more for it themselves.

There will also be an increase to the road user charge (RUC) on diesel, which will rise from 27.2 cents per litre to 28.8 in 2023-24.

Following the jump up to 28.8 cents per litre in 2023-24, the road user charge will then rise to 30.5 cents per litre in 2024-25 before finishing at 32.4 cents per litre in 2025-26.

Steve Shearer of the South Australian Road Transport Association (SARTA) says one cannot understate the significance of these cost rises.

“Operators should be thinking about these costs increases that are set to come into effect not just in the next two weeks, they should be thinking about business strategies for the next two years.

“They need to think about every new contract they enter and whether they need to re-negotiate the terms.

“Any costing mistakes, especially for smaller operators, could lead to a chain of negative events that might eventually ruin them,” Shearer says.

Fixed term contracts that are common in the transport industry make it difficult for operators to pass on the increased business costs created by new charges such as the increase to the RUC or the decrease to the FTC.

Shearer says not only are these costs increases counter-productive to the current cost-of-living battle, but they also contribute to a deterioration in commercial standards for businesses.

transport businesses across the country are preparing to tighten their belts and brace for higher costs, ATN sat down with SARTA’s Steve Shearer to talk about how operators can keep themselves afloat. Julian Daw writes

“The only way for most businesses to survive this cost increase is to put their freight rates up. And those increased rates end up being paid by the public.

“Freight rates effect everything, and higher rates will just add more inflationary pressure to the economy.

“But more importantly, these measures will also likely ruin any company that isn’t able to raise their rates or who are dealing with clients that are not so accommodating.

“The majority of smaller transport operators in Australia are price takers, and adding more cost pressures to their bottom lines will only serve to make this worse,” Shearer says.

Shearer says he encourages all transport businesses, especially

smaller businesses, to have a meeting with their accountant and figure out the new rates they might need to charge, or new sums of money they will need to come up with, to stay afloat.

He says the businesses most at risk are those that are not part of any road transport association and that may not be aware of these upcoming cost changes.

The bigger picture to all these issues, however, is the “price-taker” environment that is hurting so many transport businesses.

It is an environment where many operators have accepted contract terms to win freight work that cuts margins to the bone – where any work is better than none.

In this environment, the cost increases are significant because many operators are not adequately protected from unfair business practises, meaning larger companies can get away with pricing them out of the market or forcing unfair terms onto them.

Shearer says this is why the industry needs a set of enforceable fair standards of business. Something that can protect vulnerable operators but not over-regulate businesses and hurt their competitiveness.

“We support the principles of fair contracts and timely and appropriate

payments. If put in place, this could be a positive for industry – unless they attempt to set minimum rates.

“The myriad of factors that dictate what rates an operator can charge is far too complicated for any regulator to understand and the government should not attempt to do so.

“However, there are predatory businesses practises going on that harm small operators and these should be outlawed,” Shearer says.

He says the other key to improving minimum standards in the transport industry will be adequate government and industry consultation.

Most road transport bodies agree that setting minimum rates would not be viable and so as long as the federal government listens, Shearer says they shouldn’t risk making the same mistake as the Road Safety Renumeration Tribunal (RSRT) which was abolished in 2016 after industry backlash over its attempt to set minimum rates.

“We wholeheartedly support concept of minimum standards, provided they are restricted to commercial terms of trade only and do not set freight rates.

“Minimum standards are matters of commerce, business to business, not a wage rates issue.

“A minimum rate could be disastrous for the industry. We need to protect the investment and livelihood of the many small businesses who are the backbone of this industry,” Shearer says.

Transport operators are facing higher costs this financial year

Toll hikes spark debate

The new financial year brought new financial pain for those living, working and driving around Sydney using the toll roads controlled by Transurban.

In a statement released on June 30 the state government announced prices on some toll roads would increase as the result of contracts in place with the toll road provider that locked in quarterly increases on certain roads.

NSW Minister for Roads John Graham says the increases came at a bad time for users.

“This latest toll price rise arrives at a time when the cost of living continues to bite hard at families and individuals across NSW,” Graham says.

“Currently the details dictating how and when these toll increases are applied are tied up in opaque tolling contracts that we want to share with the public.

“We are committed to creating a better system and a fairer deal with less confusion for Sydney’s motorists and I urge members of the public to take part in the Fels review to help shape a fairer system for all.”

Tolls on the Sydney Harbour Bridge and Sydney Harbour Tunnel, owned by the NSW Government, have remained unchanged since 2009.

In a bid to find a new way of charging tolls the NSW Government has created an independent tolling review led by Professor Allan Fels AO and Dr David Cousins AM.

Options being considered so

far include moving all motorways to a common pricing structure, a geographic motorway zone system, and time-of-day pricing.

The review committee held public hearings in Sydney, Parramatta and Penrith from July 11 to 13, to seek feedback from members of the public, businesses and industry stakeholders about the impacts of tolls and ideas for reform.

People can also go online to have their say at www.news.gov.au/ have-your-say/toll-review

While it doesn’t help right now, the NSW Government is set to introduce a $60 a week toll cap for private motorists from January 1, 2024, and a reduction in the truck toll multiplier for heavy vehicles on the M5 East and

M8 corridors from the start of next year, for two years.

The Transport Workers Union (TWU) said the price hikes disregarded the economic challenges faced by ordinary working people and transport operators.

The TWU says the increase will also have a significant impact on the transport industry by increasing operating costs for companies who are already operating on thin margins and increasing the deadly pressures of the industry.

It says tolls on NSW roads have increased by up to 6.74 per cent in the past 12 months and are set to continue to be adjusted on a quarterly basis.

“This unjustifiable move comes at a time when the community is already grappling with a cost-of-living crisis, further burdening hardworking individuals and families who rely on our roads for their daily commute and essential travel needs,” TWU NSW/ Queensland state secretary Richard Olsen says.

“Transport operators are already grappling with rising operational costs. The increased tolls will directly translate into higher expenses, ultimately impacting the prices of goods and put pressure on transport workers to meet unrealistic deadlines.

“Just to use Transurban’s motorways, heavy vehicle drivers are looking at a potential $280.60 a week, and that’s only if they’re just using the M2.”

July 1 price hikes on Transurban’s New South Wales toll roads have drawn the ire of users

Heading into the M5 and M8 tunnels from Beverly Hills in NSW

NSW toll prices as of July 1, 2023:

Movement on rest areas

Applications are now open for state, territory and local governments to apply for federal funding for truck stops upgrades in their regions

The federal government has announced that new and upgraded heavy vehicle rest areas are another step closer, with state, territory and local governments able to apply for funding under the federal government’s Heavy Vehicle Rest Area initiative.

Through the initiative, the federal government has committed $140 million over 10 years for the construction of new and upgraded heavy vehicle rest areas.

A steering committee is ensuring drivers and the road transport industry have a voice in shaping projects to be funded under the HVRA.

The steering committee is chaired by Senator Glenn Sterle and includes five long-haul truck drivers and four industry representatives.

“Progressing our $140 million funding commitment for rest areas

will be welcome news for the heavy vehicle drivers who are so vital for keeping our country running – filling in gaps in the network,” Sterle says.

“Our truckies’ commitment and dedication to keeping communities connected and supplied has shone throughout the pandemic and then a series of natural disasters like the floods in Fitzroy Crossing, when they took on the challenge of driving an extra 4,500 kilometres to get supplies to flood affected communities.”

Working closely with the steering committee, the government has now incorporated a dedicated criterion for heavy vehicle rest area funding into updated guidelines for the existing Heavy Vehicle Safety and Productivity Program (HVSPP) and Bridges Renewal Program (BRP).

“Heavy vehicle drivers in Australia deserve access to the facilities they need when they need them, just like

every other worker,” federal transport minister Catherine King says.

“I thank the Heavy Vehicle Rest Area Steering Committee for its hard work in guiding the process so far, and in giving truckies a voice in shaping the projects which are funded through the initiative.”

New project proposals from state, territory and local governments will be assessed in accordance with the updated guidelines, ensuring highquality projects are funded.

“I look forward to continuing to work with the steering committee and across levels of government to deliver new and improved heavy vehicle rest areas across the country,” assistant federal transport minister Carol Brown says.

“I am proud to be part of a government that is delivering for the transport industry and our essential truckies.”

Mitchell Freeway upgrade opens

Perth’s coastal suburb of Alkimos will be a little easier to get to this week after the long awaited opening of the Mitchell Freeway extension.

The 5.6km extension, from Hester Avenue to Romeo road has been four years in the making, and included the creation of four new freeway access points, new footpaths, shared paths and a new bridge over the Butler railway.

While the traffic will be flowing, construction activities will continue for a number of months as road connections are put in place for developments north and south of Romeo road in the future and landscaping is installed. Testing and commissioning of new traffic signals along Romeo Road at Benenden Avenue will continue, with traffic signals operating under temporary configurations until the commissioning process is concluded.

The $232 million extension is designed to improve access and reduce congestion for people living in Perth’s northern suburbs, and ease pressure on the Hester Avenue/ Mitchell Freeway interchange – the

northernmost on and off-ramp for the Mitchell Freeway.

WA Transport Minister Rita Saffioti says the projects was one of the state government’s fast tracked projects as part of a State Government infrastructure initiative to boost the economy in the wake of COVID-19.

“Extending 5.6 kilometres to the north will provide our growing northern suburbs with better access to the Mitchell Freeway, improve safety and ease congestion on local roads,” Saffioti says.

“The project has involved collaboration across the Transport Portfolio, most substantially with the METRONET Yanchep Rail Extension, which, along with the Mitchell Freeway extension, will provide communities in our north with greater access to our transport network.”

Collaboration with METRONET has seen the construction of Romeo Road, the new east-west road link from Wanneroo Road to Marmion Avenue. This includes a new bridge over rail on Romeo Road constructed as part of the Yanchep Rail Extension.

The project also used 560,000 cubic metres of surplus material from the METRONET Yanchep Rail Extension.

The project includes impressive public art on two underpasses and two bridge abutments, designed by school children, an Aboriginal artist and local Perth artists, giving the project a lasting legacy in the community.

It supported around 1,200 direct and indirect jobs during the construction phase and was jointly funded by the Australian Government and the Western Australian Government, with each contributing $116 million.

Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King was upbeat about the value of the project.

“The Australian Government is pleased to be partnering with the Western Australian Government in this project to build the Mitchell Freeway Extension and new interchanges which will make travelling in northern Perth smoother, faster and safer,” King says.

Four years of waiting over as Mitchell Freeway extension opens in Western Australia

Centurion’s Rocky expansion

Transport and logistics provider

Centurion Transport is further expanding its national footprint, announcing that it has completed its purchase of Rockhampton-based general and express freight business Rocky’s Own Transport.

The transaction involves the acquisition of all the company’s assets being transitioned to be part of Centurion’s operations, further building out the company’s existing national presence throughout Queensland, Western Australia, Northern Territory, New South Wales and Victoria.

In addition to its general and express freight heavy haulage customers, Rocky’s Own Transport has predominantly served mining and resources customers with transporting explosives and dangerous goods.

The business also provides logistics solutions to the Singapore government when its armed forces

conduct defence training exercises in Australia.

Centurion CEO Justin Cardaci says the acquisition was part of Centurion’s broader strategy to expand the company’s operational footprint and expand its services to the mining and agriculture sectors, alongside its other refrigerated, fresh produce and general freight services throughout Australia.

“We have been carefully building our national presence and this acquisition reflects the strength of Rocky’s Own Transport and its market share in the key sectors in which it operates,” Cardaci says.

“Centurion has a solid presence in the mining and energy sectors, and this acquisition is a natural fit for us and an extension of our capabilities.”

The transaction means Centurion now employs more than 2000 people across Australia and the Rocky’s Own Transport team will be a great addition to Centurion’s

existing Queensland operations.

“Bryan Smith and Rodney Carige and their team have built an incredibly robust business transporting dangerous goods in Queensland, WA, and NSW via depots in Rockhampton, Wacol, Helidon, Yarwun and Kalgoorlie through an established and successful network,” Cardaci says.

“We welcome the 300-plus Rocky’s Own employees into our business. Centurion is committed to looking after our new employees and customers and continuing to deliver a safe reliable transport service underpinned by the company values of Respect, Integrity, Passion, Persistence, and Accountability.

“We’re also excited about the career advancement prospects for our new employees that will come with them being part of Centurion and our national operations.”

Centurion Transport is growing across the country with the recent acquisition of Rocky’s Own Transport

Centurion Transport has bought Rocky’s Own in Queensland

Sods turned at Somerton

The first dirt has been dug on a historic freight terminal project that is expected to take 500,000 truck trips off Melbourne roads

The federal and Victorian governments have welcomed the start of major works at the Somerton freight terminal in Melbourne’s north that will create jobs and take thousands of trucks off suburban roads.

Intermodal Terminal Company

CEO Mishkel Maharaj was joined by Minister for Ports and Freight Melissa Horne at the Somerton Intermodal Terminal – a key hub in both the Victorian governments’ $58 million Port Rail Shuttle Network –for a sod-turning ceremony as ITC gets on with delivering construction works on the $400 million terminal thanks to significant private sector investment.

The state government says the Somerton terminal will increase efficiency as well as safety for producers, farmers, freight operators and exporters.

“The investment by the state and federal governments and the private sector into the Port Rail Shuttle Network enables these major investments to occur which will put more freight onto rail, take trucks off local roads and support exporters,” Victorian ports and freight minister Melissa Horne says.

When at capacity, ITC expects the Somerton Intermodal Terminal to take 500,000 truck trips off Melbourne’s roads – equivalent to 454 million truck kilometres. Each year, it will also save 451 million litres of fuel and reduce carbon emissions by 189,000 tonnes.

The terminal is being built at the 45-hectare Austrak Business Park and is forecast to create 190 jobs during construction and a further 50 permanent jobs for Victorians when operational in 2025. It follows the start of services between the SCT Logistics Interstate Freight Facility in Altona and the Port of Melbourne last month in a major milestone for the Port Rail Shuttle Network.

Port Rail Shuttle Network will enable trucks to deliver or pick up containers from hubs in outer metropolitan Melbourne instead of driving to the Port of Melbourne, which is in turn investing $125 million in new rail infrastructure to cater for these shuttle trains.

“This is a fantastic announcement for our freight and logistics precinct and will create new jobs right here in Melbourne’s northern suburbs,” state member for Greenvale Iwan Walters says.

Logistics strategic review welcome

The Australian Logistics Council has welcomed news a review of critical freight and supply chain strategy is to be fast tracked

The Australian Logistics Council (ALC) is celebrating a decision made by infrastructure and transport ministers from all levels of government to bring forward the National Freight and Supply Chain (NFSC) Strategy Review.

The recent decision from the Infrastructure and Transport Ministers’ Meeting (ITMM) was to bring forward the review of the strategy by a year to this calendar year.

The ALC says the decision is welcome news to Australia’s supply chain, freight and logistics sectors who have previously advocated to bring the review forward since the strategy was released in 2019.

The ALC says this has been suggested because COVID-19 brought supply chain vulnerabilities to the forefront, climate events continue to impact infrastructure nationally, technology continues to transform business and geopolitical tensions still exist.

In the meantime, workforce issues are also impacting the sectors, urban planning issues continue and Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) is fundamental to the supply chain’s future.

The ALC says the NFSC strategy recognises the importance of protecting freight corridors and industrial land as well as extending the education of urban planners to include supply chain and freight logistics, but the council says much more needs to be done in relation to these and many other issues.

“The ALC celebrates this recent outcome and looks forward to facilitating industry feedback for the review and attending the next ITMM scheduled for December to provide further advice and recommendations,” the ALC says.

Inland Rail saga rolls on

The federal government has announced it is beginning to work on its response to Dr Kerry Schott’s recommendations in the recent Inland Rail independent review.

The government says it’s delivering on its commitment to set Inland Rail up for success by separating its governance and delivery arrangements from the Australian Rail Track Corporation’s (ARTC’s) day to day operations.

On June 23, the federal government issued a new interim Statement of Expectations (SoE -attached) to ARTC. In it, the government has reaffirmed its objectives and expectations for ARTC and the future delivery of Inland Rail.

In line with the government’s response to Dr Schott’s review, ARTC is establishing a new subsidiaryInland Rail Pty Ltd, which will govern the delivery of the Inland Rail.

The federal government says it is committed to ensuring Inland Rail Pty Ltd has the necessary expertise and independent oversight required to deliver on the Government’s objectives for Inland Rail.

“We are making good on our commitment to act on the recommendations of the Independent Review of Inland Rail,” federal transport minister Catherine King says.

“The establishment of Inland Rail Pty Ltd and the updated Statement of Expectations are examples of this government getting on with the job to refresh the approach to delivering Inland Rail ensure it is adequately funded and resourced.

“I am confident in the direction provided by the Statement of Expectations and in the chosen Inland Rail Pty Ltd board members, who will bring valuable industry insights and expertise to ensure the government delivers on its commitments to Inland Rail.”

Inland Rail Pty Ltd will have its own dedicated board of directors appointed by the ARTC.

The six-member board includes the Chair of ARTC as a nonexecutive director. The members of the new board have been chosen for their skills, qualifications, knowledge and experience,

including in the delivery of nationally significant freight infrastructure projects.

The board of Inland Rail Pty Ltd will be chaired by Robert Rust, with Louise Thurgood as the Deputy Chair.

The three other board members are Erin Flaherty, James Cain and Vivienne King.

The federal government says it is delivering on its commitment to get on with building Inland Rail, with a focus on completing the sections between Beveridge in Victoria and Parkes in NSW by 2027.

When complete, the southern section of Inland Rail will increase resilience and improve supply chain productivity between Melbourne, Perth, Sydney, Newcastle, the Illawarra and Adelaide.

The federal government also thanked Mark Campbell for his leadership of ARTC over the past three years, following the announcement that he will be stepping down from his roles as Managing Director and CEO of ARTC at the end of July.

Work has begun on the next steps forward in the long running Inland Rail project

Port sets zero target

The Port of Melbourne has announced it is committed to following through on decarbonisation targets by 2030

The Freight & Trade Alliance (FTA) has announced that the Port of Melbourne has set a target to achieve net zero emissions for Scope 1 and 2 for port operations by 2030.

Port of Melbourne plans to achieve its net zero target by:

• Sourcing 100 per cent of the electricity needed for its business operations from renewables; and

• T ransitioning its corporate vehicle fleet and marine survey vessel to electric or zero-emissions fuel technologies.

Port of Melbourne CEO Saul Cannon says Port of Melbourne is supportive of Victoria and Australia’s transition to net zero emissions.

“Port of Melbourne is committed to managing the risks and opportunities arising from climate change to ensure the long-term sustainability of the port and the ongoing resilience of our assets,” Cannon says.

Cannon says Port of Melbourne is measuring Scope 1, 2 and 3 emissions to understand its climate impact and inform its decarbonisation roadmap.

“As well as committing to net zero emissions for our own operations, we are well placed to support the efforts of our stakeholders to progress decarbonisation efforts across the port supply chain,” he says.

Super-B triples in action

“Our focus on sustainability is core to our purpose and strategy and critical to our future success.

“We’re engaging with our stakeholders to reduce Scope 3 emissions and facilitate decarbonisation across the port supply chain.”

Port of Melbourne will continue to provide updates on its approach and progress to climate management in its annual Sustainability Report.

Port of Melbourne recently signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with industry to explore the commercial feasibility of establishing a green methanol bunkering hub at the Port of Melbourne.

The MoU provides a starting point for the parties to work together to explore the various elements of establishing a green methanol bunkering hub and identify any challenges that would need to be addressed.

Port of Melbourne also recently joined the C40 Green Ports Forum – an organisation of leading cities and ports around the world with ambitious goals to mitigate air pollution and greenhouse gas emissions and deliver positive.

At the Port of Brisbane, ACFS

Port Logistics of Brisbane has announced it’s now operating a fleet of new PBS-approved Super-B Triple vehicles.

The vehicles, which are 42metres long, have been approved to transport six TEU per trip.

The new trucks come after the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) approved the vehicles, with PBPL also consenting as the road manager, with the new vehicle now commencing operations on a defined route at the Port of Brisbane.

This follows what ACFS Port Logistics describes as “a substantial period of design, collaboration and trialling” with relevant logistics stakeholders to ensure all necessary safety and transport standards were met.

Now operating, the new vehicle will contribute to the ACFS Port Logistics emission reduction target through fewer truck movements and a more effective operating process.

This is the second Super-B Triple vehicle to operate within the Port of Brisbane on a defined route under strict conditions and controls.

The Super-B triple set up is turning heads at the Port of Brisbane

ACFS Port Logistics has gone live with its new monster truck set up in Brisbane

Executive moves

T-Ports announces new CEO

The new T-Ports CEO will help push the SA company to the next level from this month onwards

South Australian Port infrastructure company T-Ports has welcomed a new chief executive officer, with Nathan Kent stepping into the role from July onwards.

Following the appointment, T-Ports says Kent brings specialist experience in optimising port assets and was previously a senior leader of Japan Post’s Australian business Toll Group. Most recently, Kent has held responsibility of Toll’s Energy & Marine sector, a business unit specialising in private port operations, offshore supply vessels and contract logistics.

Kent will bring an in-depth understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing regional communities, with stakeholder experience spanning local government, corporate logistics customers, and marine and infrastructure operations.

As part of transitioning the business for its next stage of growth, T-Ports would like to thank Scott McKay for his leadership over the past 12 months when he was appointed as the interim CEO to focus on supply chain optimisation.

With this process coming to its natural conclusion, T-Ports has now appointed a long-term ports specialist CEO in Kent to execute those initiatives.

“I’m looking forward to cementing T-Ports position in the marketplace and growing the many opportunities a business such as T-Ports presents to the wider commodity and export community,” Kent says.

“T-Ports has made unprecedented steps in the supply chain, marine and infrastructure field, and it’s an exciting time to be joining such a dynamic business to expand long term relationships with key stakeholders behind the T-Ports brand which include growers, grain traders and investors.”

The great transport shuffle

Three major truck industry bodies have welcomed new leaders with familiar faces

It almost seems like a game of musical chairs currently as three transport body leaders have swapped around organisations in recent times.

Led by the Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia (HVIA), the Australian trucking community has welcomed the arrival of new Australian Trucking Association (ATA) chief executive Mathew Munro after he was previously at the Australian Livestock and Rural Transporters Association (ALRTA). Munro was appointed following the announcement that outgoing CEO Michael Deegan would retire.

Upon Munro leaving the ALRTA for the ATA, Rachel Smith was announced as Munro’s replacement at the ALRTA.

Smith is well known across the industry for her contribution at the Australian Logistics Council (ALC), where she had a stint as interim CEO. She starts with the ALRTA in August.

Lastly, the National Transport Commission (NTC) has also appointed Michael Hopkins as its new CEO for a five-year term.

HVIA Chief Executive Todd Hacking welcomed all appointments to the crucial industry advocacy organisations.

“The broad industry experience that Mat and Rachel bring to the table will be a great asset to both

organisations,” Hacking says.

“I look forward to working with each of them across the various policy forums and in driving forward our common interests – enabling a safe, sustainable, productive and prosperous industry.

“We welcome Michael to lead the NTC through a vital period of reform, including both challenges and opportunities afforded by the current review of Heavy Vehicle National Law.”

Hopkins has previously served in a number of senior executive roles for the Victorian government and the NTC.

Federal Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government Catherine King says the appointment of Hopkins will provide strong leadership for the NTC and enhance its capacity to address the challenges facing the transport sector.

“I welcome Mr Hopkins to the role and look forward to continuing to work with the NTC as we drive a safer, greener and more productive transport sector. I also thank Dimi Rigas for her service as the acting chief executive,” King says.

Mathew Munro (above left), and Rachel Smith (above right)

New T-Ports CEO Nathan Kent

Lineage’s new Asia-Pacific boss

Integrated solutions provider Lineage Logistics has announced the appointment of Brooke Miller as the new president of its Asia-Pacific region

As Brooke Miller takes the reigns as the Asia-Pacific president for American logistics giant Lineage Logistics, she will oversee the company’s operations across the region, including in Australia, New Zealand, Singapore, Sri Lanka and Vietnam.

Miller, who will report to Jeff Rivera, Lineage’s Global chief operating officer, comes to the company with experience across a broad range of senior executive roles incorporating P&L leadership, strategy, finance, sales and marketing.

Most recently, Miller led the Asia-Pacific region of Castrol, a BPowned $2 billion global leader in high-performance lubricants for the automotive, industrial, marine and aerospace industries, in which she was responsible for a team of 900 employees across 11 countries.

Prior to this position, Miller was Castrol’s vice president of Retail, Sales & Marketing, in which she oversaw operations, marketing, logistics, B2B fuels and asset management.

Miller also served as Chief Financial Officer for BP Australia, New Zealand and China, where she was responsible for the strategic and operational leadership of the B2C and B2B business.

“Brooke brings awesome experience in building and scaling successful businesses across Asia Pacific, and I am confident she will be instrumental to the success of Lineage’s operations in the region,” Rivera says.

“Her customer-centric approach and proven track record in logistics and transportation will critically drive our efforts to create additional value for our customers across the region’s food supply chain.”

Miller is upbeat about the new role.

“I am delighted to join Lineage as the company continues to deliver the most comprehensive and integrated solutions for our customers and working to create

a broader, more connected food supply chain for the region’s growing population,” Miller says.

Lineage marked its entrance to the Asia-Pacific region with the Company’s acquisition of Emergent Cold in 2020. Since then, Lineage has expanded organically and through acquisition in all regional markets in which it operates, most recently announcing purchases in both New Zealand and Singapore.

VTA boosts executive team

The Victorian Trucking Association (VTA) has welcomed Doug Fryer as its newest executive councillor

VTA’s newest executive councilllor Doug Fryer joins the organisation after holding a variety of roles with the Victoria Police over 30 years, working within Victoria Police drug task force, as Crime Commander, and Assistant Commissioner, Road Policing Command. Fryer was also awarded the Australian

Police Medal, the National Police Service Medal, and the Victorian Police Service Medal for his contributions to the force and the community.

The VTA says these accolades and the key leadership roles Fryer has held exemplify his highly successful and decorated career within the police force. Following his successful career with Victoria Police, Doug was appointed as President Government & Defence for Linfox, and in March he was appointed President of Corporate Services.

Fryer’s role at Linfox has seen him lead the Government and Defence teams through periods of great complexity, including the Covid response, severe floods, and bushfires.

Fryer is held in high regard within the policing and transport community and as an Association the VTA says it is fortunate to have him join its Executive Council to inform its deliberations and strategic thinking.

VTA’s newest executive councilllor Doug Fryer

Viva secures defence deal

Viva Energy will ramp up production of aviation fuel as part of a major contract with Australia’s defence force

Viva Energy has announced it has signed a significant contract with the Department of Defence to supply aviation, marine and ground fuel to the Australian Defence Force (ADF).

The fuel supply contract is for an initial six-year term which may be extended to 12 years.

It will see Viva Energy play a key role in underpinning Australia’s national security through supply of fuel to the ADF both locally and internationally.

As part of the deal and as an important Australian Industry Capability activity, Viva Energy will resume production at Geelong Refinery of F-44 (Avcat) or JP-5, a military specification aviation turbine fuel used on aircraft carriers. Currently, this high-flash jet fuel is manufactured and imported from overseas.

The scope of the contract will see Viva Energy supplying fuel to all Defence Fuel Installations (DFIs) around Australia and the RMAF Base Butterworth in Malaysia.

Viva Energy will also be responsible for fuel supply to ADF aircraft and vessels at all commercial airports, ports and marinas in Australia and around the world.

Under the same contract, Viva Energy will be working with the ADF on the energy transition and renewable fuels.

Viva Energy CEO and MD Scott Wyatt says the agreement expands

Viva Energy’s important role in fuel security and extends its strategic relationship with the ADF.

“This is a significant contract for both our Refining and Commercial & Industrial businesses,” Wyatt says.

“We are delighted to extend our strategic relationship with the Commonwealth and look forward to supporting the ADF’s Australian and international fuel requirements as a key enabler of their capability.

“The resumption of local manufacturing of F-44 (Avcat) at Geelong Refinery is a highlight, reinforcing our commitment to the nation’s energy security. This builds on our project to construct 90 million litres of diesel storage tanks on the site, due for completion in 2024.

“Viva Energy looks forward to further strengthening our relationship with the ADF and also supporting the ADF’s energy transition in the future.

“I would like to thank the Commonwealth for its confidence

in Viva Energy and look forward to successfully implementing this contract and delivering a safer, simpler and more assured Defence Fuel Supply Chain in collaboration with the ADF.”

Minister for Defence Industry Pat Conroy says the federal government is proud to be supporting Australian industry and jobs rather than importing Specialist Military Aviation Fuel.

“Coming after years of declining local oil refining and fuel production, this will be good for Australia’s defence, good for Australia’s energy security and good for Australian jobs,” Conroy says.

“We are really pleased about the difference this will make in the regional centre of Geelong in Victoria. The government is working hard to build a resilient fuel supply for Defence and to strengthen Australia’s national security – and this domestic fuel supply contract will contribute to this.”

Big boost for rail

In big news for the ongoing Inland Rail project, the federal governmentowned National Intermodal Corporation has completed a deal to acquire a 1,100-hectare site at Beveridge in Melbourne’s northern growth corridor.

The acquisition follows the release of the Inland Rail Review in April this year, which endorsed the Beveridge site as the southern endpoint of Inland Rail and one of two new planned intermodal terminal precincts for Melbourne, with the other to be in Truganina, west of the city.

Beveridge is strategically located and, when developed, the site will have the ability to offer the efficiency of double-stacked container services for 1,800 m freight trains to Perth via Parkes and to Brisbane on completion of Inland Rail.

National Intermodal says the terminal will significantly enhance competition in the rail freight sector by ensuring independent, open access arrangements for all industry participants and offer the ability to provide freight services across Melbourne and through to Sydney, Brisbane and Perth.

“The development of a modern intermodal precinct in Melbourne’s north will continue the revitalisation of the rail freight sector,” National Intermodal CEO James Baulderstone says.

“This project, together with Inland Rail, will help transform our supply chain and importantly, lower costs for Australian businesses and families.

“We recognise that development of the intermodal precincts at Beveridge and Truganina will be genuinely transformational for Victoria and particularly the surrounding communities, providing significant employment opportunities during the construction and operational phases, as well as being key catalysts for other local infrastructure investment.”

The large landholding at Beveridge has the advantage of incorporating a 500-hectare environmental buffer which can be protected and enhanced for the amenity of both future precinct occupiers and surrounding communities.

The planned intermodal precinct at Beveridge has the potential to be twice as large as the Moorebank Intermodal Precinct in Sydney, which is currently the largest modern integrated supply chain logistics precinct of its kind in Australia (delivery of which is being overseen by National Intermodal on behalf of the federal government).

National Intermodal will lead the precinct’s delivery and operation and is working closely with key stakeholders and as it progresses its concept design and planning pathway.

National Intermodal is targeting having a preliminary terminal available to receive trains by 2025, with the fully integrated 500,000 TEU per annum terminal development operational in 2028/29.

National Intermodal will be seeking further market interest for both customers and co-investors building on the recent MOU entered into with Aurizon to become a foundation customer.

“Once completed, this world class logistics precinct will create thousands of high skilled supply chain jobs of the future. Our goal will be to ensure that residents of the Whittlesea and Mitchell Shire council areas will hold as many of these jobs as possible,” Baulderstone says.

“We will be working across the Australian logistics industry to create training opportunities for locals in these areas to ensure they are skilled and ready when the precinct becomes operational.

“Modern intermodal precincts offer the potential to fundamentally change the emissions intensity of how freight is currently moved around metropolitan areas. Incorporating world leading renewable energy technologies, including the massive solar energy potential of large scale industrial warehouse rooftops, provides the opportunity to create a true net zero logistics hub.”

National Intermodal has responded to the Inland Rail review by landing a major piece of the Inland Rail land puzzle

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The future of the NHVR in Australia

The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) is, as its name implies, the heavy vehicle regulator for all of Australia. In theory anyway. In practise the regulator is still in the process of transitioning all Australian states over to the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL) system.

Currently the HVNL applies to all state and territories except for Western Australia and the Northern Territory.

The NHVR was established in 2013 and the first state to fully transition over to the HVNL was South Australia in 2017. Tasmania, the ACT, Victoria and New South Wales all followed suite soon after.

The next state on track to transition is Queensland, with an expected completion date of 2024 and there are currently no plans for WA or the NT .

The regulator is headquartered in

Brisbane and employs more than 770 people across the ACT, Queensland, New South Wales, South Australia, Tasmania and Victoria.

The role of regulating the heavy vehicle industry is no small task.

The NHVR’s website says in the six states and territories where the HVNL

applies, there are more than:

• 1 12,600 registered prime movers

• 1 m illion registered heavy vehicles

• 269,000 registered operators

• 495 road managers.

The regulator’s long-term vision is to foster a safe, efficient and productive heavy vehicle industry serving the needs of Australia and it aims to achieve this by working collaboratively with industry, governments and partner agencies to:

• provide leadership and drive sustainable improvement to safety, productivity and efficiency outcomes across the heavy vehicle transport sector and the Australian economy

• m inimise the compliance burden, while ensuring the objectives of the HVNL are achieved and duty holders meet their obligations reduce duplication of, and

ATN sat down with Paul Olendrowsky, the Director of National Services Transition at the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, to get an update on progress towards its national role

Paul Olendrowsky

inconsistencies in, heavy vehicle regulation across state and territory borders.

The regulator’s director of National Services Transition Paul Olendrowsky says, the NHVR aims to improve the way Australia’s heavy vehicle industry functions.

“The National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) was established in 2013 to be the single, national regulator of heavy vehicles in Australia,” Olendrosky says

“We administer and enforce one set of laws, known as the Heavy Vehicle National Law (HVNL), and deliver a comprehensive range of services to reduce duplication and inconsistencies in heavy vehicle laws across state and territory borders.”

For the states that have now transitioned to the HVNL the NHVR says it has enabled a more streamlined approach to service delivery, compliance and enforcement, and a greater degree of

consistency in how heavy vehicles are regulated.

“We are a modern and intelligenceled regulator focused on informing, educating, and enforcing regulatory action to those posing the greatest risk to road users.

“Through the National Services Transition (NST) program, the NHVR has been working closely with states and territories over the past few years to transition delivery of most of our frontline heavy vehicle regulatory services,” Olendrowsky says.

Heavy vehicle regulation, like regulating any industry, is an incredibly complicated matter.

The NHVR says that one of the most significant challenges faced during transition is with data and technology – interfacing NHVR systems with jurisdictional systems takes careful planning and considerable time.

“It is critical that the NHVR has access to information to deliver heavy vehicle regulatory services and a lot of this information comes from jurisdictional owned systems.

“It is important that NHVR Safety and Compliance Officers can access information from these jurisdictional systems, like registration and driver licence information, to make more informed compliance decisions when dealing with customers,” Olendrowsky says.

As for the timing of the rest of the roll out Olendrowsky says it is a work in progress.

“The NHVR seeks to create a true, modern, single national heavy vehicle regulator across the country and will continue to engage with government and industry in Western Australia and the Northern Territory to encourage alignment of heavy vehicle regulatory approaches wherever possible,” Olendrowsky says.

WHERE IT’S AT

The NHVR’s transition timeline so far:

The NHVR says it works collaboratively with all states and territories, industry, partner agencies and local governments to drive sustainable improvements to safety, productivity, and efficiency across the Australian heavy vehicle road transport sector.

Some of the suggested benefits of transitioning over to the HVNL include:

A consistent approach to compliance and enforcement from the roadside to interventions

Borderless operations

• National data to inform more targeted compliance activity

• A single point of interaction for the industry

• Building the capability to deliver timely, national responses to critical compliance issues

• Applying best practice regulatory approaches across all jurisdictions

• I mprovement delivered over time and in consultation with all stakeholders

The NHVR says it places a strong focus on educating heavy vehicle drivers and operators, whether it be on fatigue management, safety and compliance, performance-based standards, road access or laws and policies.

These matters, it argues, are critical to improving road safety and ensuring drivers return home safely to their families.

“We recognise the heavy vehicle industry plays a critical role in driving Australia’s economy and supporting the needs of everyday Australians.

“Through programs such as the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI), we fund industry-led projects that aim to improve road safety for all road users, with the support of the Australian Government,” Olendrowsky says.

• South Australia: phase 1 – July 2016, phase 2 – October 2017.

• Tasmania: Transitioned in July 2018.

• ACT: Transitioned in July 2019.

• Victoria: Transitioned December 2019.

• NSW: Transitioned August 2022.

• Queensland: Transition is expected to be complete early 2024.

Big win for Hino team

Hino Australia has done it again. For the 15th year in a row Japanese truck manufacturer Hino Motors Ltd has bestowed the Parts Department of the Year Award on Hino Australia’s team.

It has also named Hino Australia as having the Service Department of the Year for the 12th year consecutively.

Hino Australia vice-president of Product Support Greg Bleasel says the awards showed the strong relationships his business had with its clients.

“These accolades, in addition to receiving the Parts Excellence Award for the third time, reinforce the outstanding commitment that our tireless team of dealers and head office staff have to our customers,” Bleasel says.

The Parts Excellence Award is awarded to a small number of distributors that demonstrated

overall excellence including ensuring a consistently high supply of parts to dealerships and customers.

“Featuring innovative technology and almost twice the capacity of the previous facility, our new Parts Distribution Centre (PDC) provides us with the flexibility to further improve efficiencies with the distribution of Hino Genuine Parts to our dealer network, providing our customers with even higher levels of support and service,” Bleasel says.

“The PDC, which opened in 2021, has again facilitated record-breaking part sales growth of 15% year-on-year. Its increased capacity allows us to store a wider range of Hino Genuine Parts, including larger components such as engines and cab assemblies.”

On the service side, Bleasel says the business is committed to ensuring its technical staff have consistent

training to remain up to date on how to best service and repair the Hino product range.

“Importantly, there has been a strong emphasis recently on Hybrid Electric training to support the significant increase of 300 Series Hybrid Electric sales over the past 12 months,” Bleasel says.

“Recruitment and retention of local and overseas technicians remains a key focus for Hino Australia, and we encourage qualified and aspiring technicians to contact their local dealership to discuss employment opportunities.”

He says the awards were great incentive for the team to keep building on its strengths.

“We are proud to again receive these awards and they will continue to motivate us to constantly improve.”

Japanese truck company Hino has lauded the talents of its Hino Australia team at its 2023 international awards

The Hino team (L to R): Matt Atlee (Parts & Accessories department manager), Sam Suda (president & CEO), Greg Bleasel (vice president –Product Support) and Gus Belanszky (general manager - Service and Customer Support)

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$34 million agribusiness move

Lindsay Australia has made a major play in the agribusiness market of regional Victoria and NSW

Transport giant Lindsay Australia has announced its expansion into the rural merchandising footprint in Victoria and NSW through its latest acquisition worth $34 million. The acquisition of WB Hunter will allow Lindsay Australia to assume 100 per cent control of the rural merchandise company.

For Lindsay, the acquisition is expected to boost its rural merchandising capabilities, with WB Hunter providing a comprehensive range of rural supplies, agricultural services, trade essentials and pet products since being founded in 1947.

WB Hunter director and CEO Michael Moroney will continue with the business as Lindsay assumes ownership of the company’s seven Victoria stores and one NSW site.

The acquisition expands Lindsay’s rural merchandising network through entry into key agricultural supply markets, offering a new platform to pursue growth opportunities.

Lindsay expects the acquisition to be completed in the first quarter of the new financial year.

In its ASX release of the acquisition, Lindsay Australia says the acquisition was done to acquire a market-leading supplier of rural merchandise products while establishing a regional footprint and enhancing exposure to Australia’s agribusiness sector.

“We are delighted to welcome WB Hunter into the Lindsay network,” acting Lindsay CEO Craig Baker says.

“WB Hunter has a longstanding and highly successful operating history, serving as an integral member of Australia’s rural supplies market. The acquisition expands Lindsay’s presence in key growth markets of Victoria and New South Wales and provides a strong platform for pursuing further growth opportunities across these regions.

“As part of the acquisition, Michael Moroney will continue to oversee operations as director and CEO of WB Hunter under a long-term agreement with Lindsay.

“Michael has built a business based on operational excellence, and we look forward to the WB Hunter team continuing their journey as part of Lindsay.”

Scania’s green steel vision

In a bid to hit tight European deadlines for zero emission business practices truck giant Scania is set to source low carbon steel to use in its vehicles from 2025

In what’s being hailed as a massive step towards decarbonising its supply chain, Scania has signed an agreement with H2 Green Steel to use its sustainable steel as soon as its available.

With a stated mission of phasing out the main sources of CO2 emissions in its supply chain by 2030 Scania is pursuing 100 per cent green steel, 100 per cent green batteries, 100 per cent green aluminium and 100 per cent green cast iron for its production lines.

H2 Green Steel is committed to reducing its carbon footprint, employing fossil-fuel free fuels to generate electricity and hydrogen to power its mill.

It is in the process of building a plant in Boden, Northern Sweden, which will form part of a new “green” community and be set up to deliver sustainable materials by 2027.

Scania executive vice-president and head of R&D and purchasing Anders Williamsson says the agreement is a big step forward for the truck brand.

“With this first order from our strategic partner H2 Green Steel, we are continuing our progress towards minimising the climate impact from

our supply chain,” Williamsson says. With about four tonnes of steel used to build each Scania truck, converting the supply to green steel will help make the trucks of the future carbon neutral.

Scania’s plan is to use green steel in its European operations, before extending its reach into production hubs in China and Latin America.

Commercial Head of Boden Steel at H2 Green Steel, Mark Bula, said Scania’s support would help the business to deliver on its dream.

“Scania has been one of our biggest supporters from day one,” Bula says.

“Not only in helping frame the opportunity for green steel but also as an early seed capital investor.

“Their support and partnership in crafting the value proposition has contributed massively to our go-tomarket strategies.

“Scania is truly a pioneer in sustainability and was first in their sector to set Science-Based Targets in line with the Paris Agreement.

“Now all our forward leaning offtake customers are doing the same.”

A mock up of the green steel plant to be built in Northern Sweden

Bolder zero target call

European lobby group Transport & Environment has presented European Union leaders with a letter demanding higher truck CO2 standards by 2030

Businesses including Nike, Heineken and PepsiCo have signed up alongside electric truck makers to call for more ambitious emission cut targets by 2030 to help drive the

electrification of the transport fleet. Lobby group Transport & Environment delivered EU law makers with a letter signed by 41 companies calling on the EU to up

Nikola joins Iveco

In major global news, Iveco has acquired the zero-emissions brand and made an immediate change

Major heavy vehicle brand Iveco Group has announced its acquisition of zeroemissions truck brand Nikola. Under the acquisition finalised at the end of last month, Iveco will now acquire the full and sole ownership of the German-based Nikola resulting from the former joint venture of Nikola Iveco Europe.

The brand will now be renamed as EVCO (Electric Vehicles Company) under the acquisition.

Iveco says the successful completion of this announced step reconfirms the steady commitment Iveco is playing in gaining a leading role in the zero-emissions heavy duty transport segment.

41 companies, including Sea Electric, have called on the EU to be more ambitious in their CO2 target setting

the ante and aim for a 65 per cent drop in CO2 by 2030. The current targets sit at minus 45 per cent.

The letter says greater ambition will lower the costs and accelerate the production of zero-emissions trucks, making it easier for other businesses to make the move and adopt zero-emissions trucks.

“Truckmakers have ambitious voluntary commitments to sell more zero-emission trucks, which include electric and hydrogen vehicles,” the letter says.

“Therefore, the companies are urging Members of the European Parliament and EU governments to increase the 2030 CO2 target from the currently proposed -45 per cent to a -65 per cent cut in emissions, to make sure that regulatory ambitions are brought at least on par with voluntary ambition levels.

“This would increase the number of green trucks on Europe’s roads in 2030 by more than 150,000 compared to the European Commission’s proposal.”

PepsiCo Europe chief sustainability officer Archana Jagannathan says PepsiCo is aiming to reduce its CO2 emissions by at least 40 per cent by 2030 and to become net-zero by 2040.

Jagannathan says its success largely depends on the decarbonisation efforts of its value chain partners, which includes third party logistics.

“Therefore, the transition towards an affordable and emission-free movement of goods in Europe is our shared responsibility. We urge policymakers in Brussels to set more ambitious CO 2 standards for trucks as it is not only a critical step towards achieving the EU’s climate neutrality goals but also a strategic move for the success of our industry.”

The letter also calls for a date to be set after which 100 per cent of new trucks must be zero-emissions to ensure the last polluting vehicles are taken off the road in time to meet targets.

Truck height taskforce launch

A new taskforce is working with Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW) and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) to investigate the causes of overheight truck issues in Sydney’s tunnel system.

Led by TfNSW, the taskforce brings together representatives from NSW Police, the NHVR, Road Freight NSW and the Transport Workers’ Union to drive strategies to reduce overheight breaches, educate truck drivers on load and route management and improve operational responses to get traffic moving if incidents occur.

Established under direction of NSW Minister for Roads John Graham, the group will meet each fortnight and will initially run for six months, but can be extended if necessary.

“I thank police, the freight industry, the union and the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator for joining Transport for NSW to take action against what has been one of the most persistent problems on Sydney’s roads for years on end,” Graham says.

“We are determined to keep the

focus on this issue and drive down the number of overheight truck breaches around tunnels and I welcome the first referrals by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator.” Areas of focus are improving operational responses and enforcement when breaches occur and traffic is affected, as well as improving industry education and communication to get the government’s zero tolerance message through to more drivers.

The taskforce has been established as the NSW government moves to cancel the registrations of more trucks that breach height restrictions and repeatedly interrupt traffic, particularly around the Sydney Harbour Tunnel.

Under an agreement with the NHVR, all overheight breaches are being automatically referred to Transport for NSW for assessment of sanctions that include removal of a heavy vehicle’s registration for up to six months.

The NHVR has referred 4 overheight cases to Transport since the agreement was struck:

• A n incident on June 2, in which an articulated flatbed truck closed traffic on two southbound lanes of the Warringah Freeway near the entrance to the Sydney Harbour Tunnel for 19 minutes. The truck was measured as 4.42 metres which is above the allowable height of 4.3 metres. TfNSW is assessing the matter.

• A June 13 incident at the Sydney Harbour Tunnel, which was a detection but not determined as an incident.

• A n incident on June 13 at the Cooks River Tunnel in which an eastbound truck was stopped at the airport tunnel. The driver pulled into the breakdown bay and did not affect traffic or damage infrastructure. This incident has been assessed as not meeting the criteria as “aggravated” and will not lead to a loss of registration.

• A n incident on June 16, in which a truck became stuck in the northbound entrance to the Cooks River (Sydney Airport) Tunnel. The vehicle hit sprinklers, activating a deluge system and was later measured as 4.7 metres which is above the maximum 4.4 metre clearance of the tunnel. TfNSW is assessing the matter.

The NSW government recently approved the deployment of $5 million in infrastructure upgrades, which will include moving sensors further back along the Warringah Freeway to ensure heavy vehicle drivers can take earlier evasive action to avoid blocking traffic at the Harbour Tunnel portal.

The overheight truck taskforce will consider surveillance and other technologies that could be deployed to prevent heavy vehicles from getting close to tunnel portals before being stopped.

“We need to send a message loud and clear that there are severe consequences for going overheight into a tunnel. No company or individual can afford to have an income-making heavy vehicle off the road for six months,” Graham says.

“The public has lost patience with these unnecessary incidents that are repeatedly bringing traffic to a halt.”

The newly launched overheight truck taskforce in NSW is officially investigating a spate of recent issues in Sydney tunnels

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Power and efficiency

For many of the heavy vehicle manufacturers, efficiency is all about the engine and other internal parts. The latest models of trucks are being made lighter and slimmer than ever before to match the consistent transition to zero-emissions vehicles and more sustainable operations.

Much like anything it does, Scania Group Australia has zoomed out of this view, instead looking at all facets of truck driving to increase efficiency. Its newest forays into the space include looking at driver behaviours and finding ways to make minute changes. By doing so, its goal is to make every Scania truck traversing Australia travel just that bit further on each run without needing to refuel.

I’m shown this complex thought pattern in the flesh as I turn up at one of Scania’s Victorian branches in Laverton North on an overcast May morning.

I’ll be taking a ride in one of Scania’s new truck generation evaluation test vehicles, the R 660 V8 prime mover 6x4. It’s an impressive beast that glints in the rays of sun that try to peak through dense cloud cover. Yet my attention and awe are quickly taken away from the truck before me to the

small innovations that Scania has fitted in around the truck itself.

Upon escorting me to the V8 model, Scania driver trainer Peter Clarkson reveals the brand’s first nifty trick to increase sustainability.

Instead of turning on the lights and checking they all work while letting the engine warm up, the key system of the new generation truck can rotate through all of the lights at the click of a button.

This means the driver doesn’t even have to hop up and turn on the ignition to check everything is working smoothly.

For Clarkson, and Scania, there’s no notion of ‘warming up’ the truck – with some of the latest technology Scania fits into these prime movers, the engine is more than capable of performing admirably at the click of a button.

Immediately it shows Scania is focused on reducing all excess uses of fuel and time, no matter how small they might be. The innovations to efficiency and sustainability only increase upon climbing up into the passenger seat of the prime mover.

From here, Clarkson is comfortable to showcase the many improvements

Scania has made to its new generation V8 models.

He has been brought onboard by the heavy vehicle giant to train drivers of Scania trucks around Australia on how to get the most out of the new technology on offer.

As soon as we rumble out onto the suburban roads, the internal part of Scania’s efficiency push is made evident.

On the right side of the steering wheel is the retarder that Clarkson often clicks up and down as he travels along the industrial area of Laverton North. It’s quickly made clear that Clarkson is barely using his feet, especially when it comes to braking. Upon asking, I stumble upon the major driver behaviour change that Clarkson is trying to impart on the many Scania truck drivers around Australia.

“The retarder uses multiple click levels to implement the brake rather than using the foot pedals, which is more efficient for the vehicle,” he says.

“This protects the Scania gearbox and lowers fuel usage.”

While doing this, Clarkson also aims to cut out any unnecessary braking.

If he sees vehicles up ahead begin to brake at an intersection, he immediately takes the foot off the accelerator and rolls forward, allowing the heavy truck to come to as much of a stop as it can before his hand begins clicking the retarder.

It’s a different way to drive for many of Australian drivers, but Clarkson says he has already seen how much better it can be.

Although it may sound foreign to truckies, Clarkson says it’s simply a new habit that can be easily learnt, providing more kilometres per each full tank and making traversing Australia’s roads easier.

For me in the passenger seat, it’s a simple tweak that has many logical benefits. Yet I’m not in a driver’s cab each and every day – what matters most is how truck drivers respond to this.

Clarkson says many have accepted it when he hops in the passenger seat

On the bustling roads of Victoria’s Western Freeway, ATN was joined by a Scania driver trainer in one of its V8 prime movers to showcase the work the vehicle giant is doing in maximising vehicle efficiency. Sean Mortell writes

The V8 prime mover tackles the hills with ease

on a journey, but many veterans are also reluctant to change their style.

“I teach a mix of drivers how to drive Scania trucks more efficiently, with many being receptive,” he says.

“However, some do get agitated and tell me they’ve been driving for 40 years, so what could I teach them when it comes to driving a truck?

“I tell them I can’t, and that I’m just there to get the most out of their vehicles so they have better experiences driving Scania trucks. That seems to do the trick.”

Although Clarkson is a driver trainer, the word ‘trainer’ isn’t necessarily the best way to describe what he does. He’s more of an external guide, helping point out factors and stimuli that many truck drivers may not initially perceive, such as the brake lights shining up the road and what that means for them.

He says the biggest learning he’s been able to impart on drivers is how to roll to a stop instead of braking suddenly.

But that doesn’t mean the V8 truck we’re in is just idling along.

As we get further away from Melbourne and along the sloping bends and hills of the Western Freeway, the ease and grace at which the truck takes the gradients shows the firepower lurking beneath the hood.

As we finish another descent and begin the winds back upwards, Clarkson uses momentum to get himself up.

Just as it looks like the pace is beginning to slow on the behemoth prime mover we’re in, he gives the accelerator a light nudge and the V8 power brims to the surface, easily carrying us through the rest of the ascent.

Between Clarkson and this model, the drive is smooth and easy. He has history in teaching people how to drive heavy vehicles such as fire brigade trucks before joining Scania. These models may not have been

Scania’s, but it didn’t stop him in learning the basics to provide some handy tips to the many truck drivers around Australia.

His job came full circle recently when he was tasked with delivering a Scania truck to the Mildura fire department, where his son currently works.

On the way there, Clarkson used the new and improved Scania driver cab to call his son hands-free and say he was currently driving the truck his son would use up to the station.

As we turn around and make the return trip to Scania home base, he tells me how he’s set to go to Mount Gambier the next week to teach more Australian truckies how to get the most out of their Scania models. While doing so, he flicks the active cruise control on early to prevent his foot from sliding towards the brake pedals.

He does it with amazing ease, a mixture of flicking hands on the

retarder and early foresight allowing him to return back among the hills of the Western Freeway without too much stress.

When returning to more traffic and merging cars, the cruise control is at it again, sensing cars that pull in front too close for comfort and immediately slowing to match their speed.

At a time where heavy vehicle safety is in the spotlight, these innovations make a world of difference for our afternoon drive. All throughout it, the engine is incredibly quiet, purring along without having to raise its voice to a roar.

Upon returning to the Scania branch and hopping out, it’s clear that both Clarkson and Scania have eyes on efficiency and ease. Its latest touches on new models like this R660 V8 prime mover prove that these efficiencies are in place to help not just the truck, but the driver too. And that’s a bonus for all Australians.

Scania’s striking new model trucks bring a real presence to the road

The interior of the new R660 Scania offers comfort and safety

Diversifying the transport industry

The Australian transport industry has a gender problem; not enough women work in transport and those that do don’t occupy the same number of high-paying leadership roles as men do. ATN sat down with aspiring Fleet manager and Women in Fleet Scholarship recipient Jessy Davis to talk about the opportunities out there for women.

Australia’s transport system is in a labour crisis. There aren’t enough young people eager to take up the career.

One solution is to increase the female participation rate in the transport industry which is currently the third most male-dominated sector by employment, behind construction and mining.

Right now, women make up just 27.4 per cent of Australia’s transport workforce, despite making up around half the population.

Statistics from the Workplace Gender Equality Agency also highlight the gender imbalance and lack of equality in the transport sector that exists for the women who work in the industry.

The gender pay gap in the transport sector is higher than the national average at – 15.9 per cent as against 13.9 per cent. While Only 4.5 per cent of transport CEOs are women – well below the Australian average of 20 per cent.

One of the many initiatives aimed at combating these trends is a new partnership between Toyota Fleet Management (TFM) and the Australasian Fleet Management Association (AFMA) to offer a Scholarship Program for women to attain the association’s Diploma of Leadership and Management.

Under the Scholarship Program, TFM sponsors a 70 per cent scholarship for Women in Fleet and Fleet Leaders Under 30 that helps recipients undertake the Diploma course at Melbourne’s Swinburne University.

The course provides comprehensive training in fleet management, addressing industryspecific challenges and trends and offers access to top-tier education, to help foster innovation and drive change.

One recent recipient, Jessy Davis who won the scholarship in 2022, says it has helped her career and given her great exposure to be a successful leader in the future.

Davis always had a keen interest in vehicles and transportation, so when an opportunity to work in the industry presented itself, she grabbed it with both hands.

Her first industry job was a role in the Department of Planning and Environment where Jessy says she was lucky enough to receive an aboriginal-identified role.

Then In 2019 Jessy was successful in receiving a promotion into the Fleet Operations team located in Orange where she works now.

Davis is interested in all aspects of the Australian fleet task, including the ever-increasing number of electric vehicles in the country, as well as the work her department has done with vehicle telematics where she says they are now a leader within the NSW government.

Fleet Scholarship winner Jessy Davis with her Diploma of Leadership and Management

Davis says opportunities to experience new technology and the support she receives as an indigenous person at work is very encouraging.

“The opportunity to drive other vehicle technology such as the Toyota Mirai hydrogen vehicle (shown above) has also given me great satisfaction in my role.

“As a proud aboriginal woman, I am also extremely proud of the aboriginal artwork that the Department has invested in on several our vehicles in Orange,” Davis says.

But mostly, Davis says, she enjoys the relationships she develops with clients.

“I love interacting with other people and managing my portfolio of clients allows me to do this,” she says.

“I truly enjoy the Fleet team that I work in. We are a small team, but we all get on well. We operate in a very high-volume work area, however everyone is happy to pitch in and help.

“Our working relationship is great, and I have learnt that anything can be resolved with a smile and some patience.”

Davis says she is totally committed to quality customer service and enjoys working with her team and her clients to manage their fleet assets.

Getting involved with the AFMA has helped Davis to broaden her professional experience even further.

“Having the opportunity to attend the AFMA conference over the last few years has been great and has allowed me to interact with staff from right across the fleet industry.

“I hope that my receiving the scholarship and successfully completing the course will inspire other young aboriginal people to follow my lead.

The course has also helped Davis to realise her leadership potential, which she says she hadn’t had time to focus on in the past.

“I had limited management experience before starting the course, however the course gave me great exposure to be a successful leader in the future,” Davis says.

“During the course I was able to work with different people and learn from them and their experiences while sharing mine with them.

“Receiving the scholarship and completing the course has given me the confidence to be able to further my career in the fleet environment.”.

While Davis says she is extremely satisfied with her career path, she admits there is still much progress to be made for better outcomes for women in the industry.

“The main challenge that I see women facing is that the fleet industry has traditionally been seen as a male dominated area.

“Women have much to offer the industry and I am encouraged as I attend different events to see more and more women in attendance.

“It was also encouraging to see the growing number of women who completed the Diploma in Leadership and Management last year.”

For Davis solving the gender inequity issue comes down to breaking the stereotype that the fleet industry is dominated by men.

For now, Davis says her long-term career goal is to be a fleet manager within a government environment and to be seen as leader in the industry. Davis says she will always recommend other women to get a start in the industry.

“I would encourage other women to pursue a career in the fleet industry because I believe it will provide many opportunities for them into the future.”

To find out more about scholarship opportunities for 2024 visit www.afma.org.au and search on scholarships.

Drive better with telematics

Telematics devices are becoming increasingly popular in the transportation industry, providing fleet managers with real-time data on the location, performance and condition of their vehicles.

As a leading Australian provider of telematics solutions, Netstar says one of the key benefits of telematics is its ability to help improve driver behaviour and performance, which can lead to better safety, increased efficiency and reduced costs.

Netstar says there are plenty of ways telematics devices can help improve driver behaviour and performance, including:

Real-Time Monitoring

Netstar says a telematics device can provide fleet managers with real-time data on driver behaviour, including speed, acceleration, braking and idling time. This information can be used to identify areas where drivers may be engaging in unsafe or inefficient practices, allowing managers to take corrective action.

Training Opportunities

Telematics data can be used to identify training opportunities for drivers

who may be engaging in unsafe or inefficient practices. This can include providing feedback on speeding, harsh braking, or excessive idling time, as well as offering training and support to help drivers improve their performance.

Incentives and Rewards

Netstar says the data gathered from telematics can also be used to provide incentives and rewards to drivers who exhibit safe and efficient driving practices. This can include bonuses, recognition or other incentives that encourage drivers to improve their performance.

Accident Reduction

The telematics provider says tracking devices can help reduce the risk of accidents on the road by identifying and addressing unsafe driving practices. This can include speeding, distracted driving, or aggressive driving, all of which can contribute to accidents and injuries on the road.

Fuel Efficiency

Telematics devices can also help improve fuel efficiency by identifying areas where drivers may be wasting

fuel, such as excessive idling or harsh acceleration. This can result in significant cost savings for fleet managers, as fuel expenses are often a major expense in the transportation industry.

Compliance with Regulations

Netstar says telematics devices can help fleet managers ensure compliance with regulatory requirements. By monitoring driver behaviour and providing accurate data on hours worked, fleet managers can ensure that their operations are following regulatory standards.

Route Optimisation

Telematics data can be used to optimise routes, reducing the amount of time drivers spend on the road and minimising fuel expenses. This can also result in improved delivery times and better customer service, as drivers are able to take more efficient routes to their destinations.

Maintenance Alerts

Telematics devices can also provide alerts when maintenance is required, ensuring that vehicles are always in optimal condition. This can help to prevent breakdowns and minimise downtime, improving overall efficiency and reducing costs.

Netstar says telematics devices are a valuable tool for fleet managers looking to improve driver behaviour and performance.

“As the transportation industry continues to evolve, telematics devices will become an increasingly important tool for fleet managers looking to stay competitive and achieve their business goals,” Netstar Managing Director Michael Emanuel says.

“At Netstar we have been engineering GPS tracking devices in Australia for more than 25 years. From tropical North Queensland to the dusty outback, Netstar trackers are designed to withstand extreme conditions.”

Netstar Australia shares some top tips on making the most out of today’s telematic systems

Telematic solutions like Netstar’s offer fleet managers plenty of data to work with to optimise their operations

deep respect

I had a for the old thing

Triumphant

RETURN

If Rick and Eve Hay’s 1985 Ford LTL could talk, the story it shared would be one of hard work, country roads, tough times and the love of its owners

Words & Images | Warren Aitken

I’m going to be honest with you right off the bat here. This story has not turned out the way it was intended to. Or, to be more precise, the subject of this story is not as it was intended to. See when I made the long journey down to a small farm just outside of Ballarat in the Central Highlands of Victoria, I was chasing a lovely lady called Eve Hay. Eve is one of Australia’s pioneering woman truckies. This amazing lady started her trucking career at a time when no one really considered a woman for a role behind the wheel. This was in the era when loads were hand loaded and tarped. If you broke down or blew a tyre, it was expected that you would be the one covered in grease and dirt in order to get moving again. There was no calling for assistance on your iPhone. The idea of putting a petite young lady into a cramped cab and expecting her to hold her own was almost beyond comprehension. Eve Hay was not one to be discouraged though, her persistence and resilience ensured she was given a shot. Eve went on to not just flourish but excel with a storypacked career in trucking, hence you can see why I had made the journey to Ballarat.

With that lead in, it’s hard to envision what could have distracted me enough to end up putting such an inspiring story into the ‘next edition’ folder.

Well, I will be honest, and this may sound a little superficial, but I can’t lie to you. It was an extremely attractive, mid-30s stunner! You know when you just happen to be walking by and out the corner of your eye you catch a glimpse of such style and beauty that all else goes out the window. That’s what happened to me.

As I pulled in the drive to Rick and Eve Hay’s place I almost collided with their gate as the gleam off the front of Rick and Eve’s 1985 Ford LTL just knocked me over. Then I heard the history behind it. Now I’ve had to book a second trip down to Ballarat so I can sit down with Eve and get her story as my time in Ballarat was monopolised by her husband Rick Hay and the 350hp LTL that has become more than just a truck, it’s become a talisman for Rick and Eve’s trucking life.

Traditional background

Before I introduce the Ford LTL, I should be polite and introduce Rick. Rick is only one fifth

Rick and Eve with their son Dalton and their hardworking LTL

of the Rick and Eve show but seeing as Eve’s story will be more like a full-length feature film, we are going to keep the spotlight on Rick and give him the attention today. I’m sure you are questioning my maths skills when I said a fifth. Well, alongside Rick and Eve you have their two sons.

Bill is their eldest who is a skilled driver in his own right, having spent his childhood alongside one or both of his parents. There is Dalton, who now spends his time serving his country but started out behind the tools and still puts his apprenticeship to good use in the family workshop. Then there is Radar, Rick and Eve’s dog who, along with having his own PPE gear, travels everywhere with them.

Rick’s history in trucking is a story as traditional as melted thongs on the old Ford’s floor. He grew up with not just his father behind the wheel of a big rig, but his brother as well. Therefore, it came as no surprise to the family that after leaving school Rick would choose to undertake an apprenticeship. However, it came as a small surprise to find that, unlike Rick and Eve’s youngest son who would go on to pursue an

apprenticeship as a diesel fitter, Rick chose the option of an apprenticeship in gardening. Yes, you read that right. Rick is a qualified gardener who hung up the tools and ended up a truckie.

“I always had a bit of an interest in it,” Rick says. “When I did my apprenticeship I used to watch them all the time, so when I finished I took a job with Stepnell’s, doing local work.”

This was back in the mid-1980s and Rick had the pleasure of steering a classic old Bedford around the streets of Ballarat doing general freight deliveries. As much as the round town stuff was fun, it didn’t take Rick

Ok, here’s a shout out for all the old schoolers. How many can identify the little silver button on the floor?

Rick Hay’s first truck was this cool Ford LNT. Many miles were racked up in the old girl

long to accept the fact that the highway was where he wanted to be.

From the Bedford he quickly progressed into one of Stepnell’s Macks and he started doing interstate work. From Ballarat local to running Adelaide with steel, it was a mighty Mack change. It was a change that only fuelled the flames for trucking and in no time flat Rick was hooked.

He spent another five years running for Stepnell’s before he stepped up to another challenge. The tarps and strapping were replaced with fridge vans and express freight.

“I ran for Eastoe’s for a while, loading

Moama Friday for Perth Monday, then Esperance back to Sydney markets Wednesday, Sydney to Melbourne and home to load Moama again Friday,” Rick laughs. “It was a big week, but they thought nothing of it, it was just a done thing.”

All this was done in a subbie’s LTL and the fact that that truck performed so well might just be the reason for the LTL love affair that transpired. The ‘launching it’ lifestyle didn’t last and when Rick’s brother picked up a new contract for NTFS (Northern Territory Freight Services), Rick’s life changed again.

“I did the Eastoes thing for about six months then I bought my own truck. It was a Ford LNT,” Rick recalls. “My brother had picked up a contract for NFTS doing the bottom leg of their Melbourne to Darwin run.” That particular run consisted of Rick and his brother running NFTS trailers from Melbourne to Adelaide, where they would be put on a train and sent to Alice Springs, then trucked up to Darwin.

At the time of his first truck Rick was still fairly young for a truckie, much less an owner-driver. “I was about 24 when I bought

It’s the little things that count, like the LTL keychain Rick carries around.

The youngest part of the 38 year-old LTL is the Hay’s personalised plates

the LNT; it cost me about $64,000,” Rick says. “But because I was 24 I couldn’t get insurance for it, not until I was 25.”

The wee LNT had a Cummins VT903 and really used to crack along on those Melbourne to Adelaide runs. When Rick’s brother, who was running opposite legs to Rick, decided he wanted something bigger for himself, he opted to sell the LTL he was running to Rick. It was this purchase that would change Rick’s life several times because that first LTL, way back in 1990, is the same one he is still earning a quid in today.

Repeat owner

Rick was the third and fifth owner of the classic 1985 Ford LTL but I’ll explain that discrepancy soon enough. When he bought the truck off his brother, it was five years old and had over 700,000km under its belt but was perfectly set up for the NTFS run. His brother had painted it from the original Kevin Spence colours into the NTFS scheme which it stayed in until Rick took on a subbie role with Thompsons Transport in late 1990 and he decided to paint it gun metal grey.

From 1990 until the mid-2000s Rick predominantly hauled trailers for Thompsons Transport and his LTL was a regular site on the Melbourne-Adelaide-

Sydney triangle. For a young owner-driver, the truck was perfect.

“We did the regular sort of stuff, bushes, air compressor, standard stuff. But I didn’t actually rebuild it until 1.4 million kays,” Rick explains. “When I pulled it down it didn’t even really need doing, it was still as good as gold.”.

The LTL got another bit of a makeover partway through Rick’s time with Thompsons. Well actually he wasn’t with Thompsons at the time, he had decided

The 1985 Ford can still intimidate with the big Cat under its hood

With Rick’s son Dalton still serving in the Defence Force, Rick is proud to carry the colours on his truck

I was burnt out

Rick and Eve and their long-time travel companion Radar. Radar goes everywhere in the truck with Rick, to the point they even got him his own PPE

to give himself a bit of a break from the interstate work and do a little local to catch his breath. Unfortunately, the LTL also decided to take a bit of a break and had a bit of a lie down itself. “Yeah, I had a bit of a brain fade and tipped it over,” Rick admits.

He’s truckie enough to know sometimes you can just fix it up. So, it came to be that the LTL was written off after the inverse parking situation, but Rick and Eve opted to buy it back, with plans to return it to life.

“ReCar did the cab, straightening it and that. Then it came back home for me to do the rest,” Rick says.

Obviously, the years of tinkering around on trucks, alongside the gardening apprenticeship, gave Rick enough skills to set about rebuilding the 13-year-old workhorse.

“I spent four months rebuilding it. Mum used to come round and look after the boys because Eve was busy working for Thompsons,” Rick says. “We didn’t really have a choice, we had a mortgage and truck payments, with 19 per cent interest. You did what you had too. It was a labour of love though; I had an attachment to the old girl.”

It took four months in the back shed repainting, rebuilding and resurrecting the LTL but it finally came together. There was a lot of blood sweat and tears put into bringing her back.

“I had a deep respect for the old thing, a

deep love. It’s almost like it was part human, as silly as that sounds,” Rick says.

As soon as it was ready Rick had it back in the Thompsons Transport yard and was straight into it. The four months rebuilding also meant poor Rick was four months off the road, so he was just as eager to get back out there as well.

Rick and the truck did almost another decade with Thompsons before the next big change in Rick and the LTL’s life.

“We sold the LTL in 2007; I was absolutely burnt out,” Rick admits. “We’d gone through the fuel price rises after the Gulf war and I was over it. I also really wanted to spend some time with the kids as they were starting secondary school.” With a heavy heart Rick put the truck up for sale, eventually finding a farmer up the back of Ararat who needed a truck to help out around the farm. I can picture a tear in Rick and Eve’s eye as they watched their truck wander off into the sunset on that sad day in 2007.

This would be the part of the movie where we skip forward 13 years. Eve kept herself in the trucking industry for those 13 years but Rick, without his LTL, opted to get away completely. He spent time working for the Department of Sustainability and Environment, as well as the Country Fire Authority and even tried his hand at some fly-in, fly-out work.

Then the movie would jump to 2020 and fade in on Rick and Eve finding out that the lovely Eve Hay had gotten nominated into the Road Transport Hall of Fame (I told you she was a pioneer, stand by for her story). Anyway, when she got nominated Rick and Eve tried to track the old LTL down so they could get a photo with it.

Down on the farm

As it turned out the LTL was still with the cow cockie they had sold it to. They arrived up at the farm and found the old girl parked up in a shed. The farmer had noticed a pretty bad oil leak a couple months previously and decided to park it up rather than risk killing it. Much like Rick, the farmer had grown rather fond of the old girl.

“It had been well loved,” Rick says. “It was a farm truck, but it had been loved. It did one trip a week from Ararat to Ballarat and the farmer absolutely adored the old girl.” In fact, Rick was extremely impressed by the state of it, it still had the original tyres and even the Anzac badges on the dash that Rick had collected over his time in it.

“I think it was sitting there waiting for us to come pick it up,” Rick laughs. “As soon as it started, she just had that grumble and growl and I thought, ‘Yea, she’s coming home’.”

The farmer hadn’t had it for sale; it was parked up purely because he didn’t have the time or coin to pull it apart and fix it up. There were a few words spoken between the Rick and current owner and the deal was done with a handshake and a nod. Rick was stoked to have his LTL back and the farmer was stoked to have someone who loved it as much as he did, taking it home.

“There was stuff all to do to it when we got it home,” Rick says. “It was the main seal leaking, so we popped the gearbox out and did the main seal. We did the brakes and it was roadworthy in no time.”.

Once it was running again Eve took the wheel for a while before Rick went and saw Ross Quick, a local transport operator and started hauling for them. It was like those 13 missing years had never happened.

“I never intended to get back into trucking once we’d sold her,” Rick explains. “It was the truck that got me back in. Once I had it back,

The old Ford still scrubs up like a million dollars as the Hay’s small farm provides a perfect backdrop for photos

everything it has a new truck has

The Hay’s second LTL may be 37 years old but it is still a stunning-looking classic workhorse

The inside of the LTL still suits Rick perfectly, although you can tell it has been working for two million-plus kilometres

I just wanted to take it up the Hume and let it have it again.” That comment from Rick just shows how much character the old school trucks have.

Even now, after Quick Freight Express closed its doors, Rick and Eve are still working the LTL. And loving it.

“It’s as quiet as a Volvo, it has everything a new truck has, just without the technology, No AdBlue, no computer, no ABS, no central locking. I break a wire; I find a wire and I join it,” says Rick with pride.

As the LTL homes in on its 40th birthday it

still looks as good as it did on day one. It still runs as well as it did two million kilometres ago and it still has a stranglehold on both Rick and Eve. In fact, it’s worth noting before I sign off that the couple have added a second LTL to their stable now. This time a 1986 which, just like their original, is still earning its keep and just as easily distracting truck lovers as they visit the couple’s Ballarat home.

Now go and lap up the pictures of this stunning classic and wait patiently for Eve’s story. She has some tales to tell.

From Express freight to precast concrete, Ricks LTL has carted it all

The old LTL is happily a onetrailer truck these days but the loads are still as big as ever

VOLVO’S

When it comes to having high ambitions for hitting a zero emissions future, Volvo Trucks is leading the way across all of its markets

Words | Steve Brooks

In close conversation over dinner and a few drinks, it’s easy to form the opinion that the connection between Volvo Truck president Roger Alm and Volvo Group Australia (VGA) chief Martin Merrick goes well beyond corporate structure.

No question, as executive vice-president of Volvo Group and global head of Volvo Trucks, Roger Alm’s the boss. The big boss. But there’s

something else, something more supple than the chain of corporate command, that seems to bond the Swede and the Scot on a more fundamental footing.

A mutual regard, perhaps, of working class backgrounds and for each, a fateful, grateful rise to unimagined levels on the corporate ladder. Whatever it is, there appears a genuine affinity and shared resolve that the trucking world is on the cusp of the most challenging

committed we are to the transformation

yet exciting time in modern history, with Volvo primed to play its part at the pointy end of what can only be described as a revolution in automotive power.

Speaking at Volvo’s Sustainability Summit at VGA’s Wacol manufacturing plant the day before the Brisbane Truck Show, a fervent Roger Alm declared, “This is the biggest transformation since the move from horses.” Similarly, “In 35 years at Volvo I have never

Here is the future, according to Volvo Truck supremo Roger Alm at the introduction of Australia’s first FH Electric truck. “We are committed to the transformation, in Europe, North America and Australia.”

known a more exciting time,” Martin Merrick would soon after remark.

They were, of course, referring to the accelerating emergence of electric trucks and specifically, Volvo’s absolute commitment to the pursuit of zero emissions.

With the first Australian version of the flagship FH Electric parked alongside during his address, Roger Alm’s passion for a decarbonised road transport realm and Volvo’s determination to be the spearhead of the charge to zero emissions were unequivocal.

“We are committed to the transformation, in Europe, North America and Australia,” he would assert at the end of his presentation before delivering a powerful message. “We are doing this for a higher purpose. It is for the next generation. Children today (are) adults tomorrow, and our ultimate aim is to give the next generation a better world to live in.”

This was no contrivance nor shallow attempt to gain the moral high ground. It was, just as he did at the Hannover truck show in Germany last year in front of a huge international audience where Volvo’s entire stand was dedicated to electric trucks, a statement of sincere conviction to do the things that need to be done to arrest the epochal effects of climate change.

The challenge, obviously enough, is to make zero emission trucks operationally and commercially practical, and for Volvo, meeting the challenge is well under way with six battery electric models already in series production – FL, FE, FMX, FM, FH and in North America, the VNR conventional. All but the VNR Electric are now available in Australia and the plan is to be building FM Electric and FH Electric models at the Wacol plant by 2027 or thereabouts.

As for the likelihood of a VNR Electric appearing in Australia, a resolute Roger Alm bluntly refuted the suggestion.

Significantly though, Martin Merrick said VGA has around 80 orders for electric trucks

Volvo Group Australia (VGA) chief, Martin Merrick, says VGA has around 80 orders for electric trucks already in the pipeline

in the pipeline, including a recent order for an FMX Electric from Queensland Fire and Emergency Services in addition to an FMX running on fossil-free hydro-treated vegetable oil (HVO).

Most notable, however, is an order for Australia’s first FH Electric model as well as a medium-duty FL Electric from high-profile Brisbane-based company Followmont Transport.

Still, as Roger Alm conceded, it’s very early days for electric trucks. In Europe and the US,

he says Volvo has notched around 50 percent of all electric sales and has delivered more than 5000 electric trucks in 40 countries. The numbers are, nonetheless, small on Volvo’s global scale but the ball is rolling and picking up speed.

Consequently, it’s a definite Roger Alm who reasserts that by 2030, 50 percent of all Volvo Trucks production will be battery electric or fuel cell electric models and just a decade later, 100 percent of Volvo’s global production will be trucks with zero emissions.

focus

on

These are, he concedes, very ambitious targets but they are, he says with even more certainty, totally achievable. The path ahead, however, demands constant focus on customer needs and whilst Volvo is expecting a massive shift from fossil fuel to zero emission powertrains, Roger Alm is adamant it will require a “customer by customer, segment by segment” approach.

Likewise, technological advances must continue to make zero emission trucks ever more viable and cost-effective. Visiting Australia with Roger Alm was Per-Erik Lindström, senior vice-president of Volvo Trucks International, who reaffirmed Volvo’s intention to be 100 percent fossil-free by 2040.

“We have the financial muscle to achieve this,” he said firmly, adding that the path to 2040 is multi-pronged, with fossil-free alternative fuels such as HVO playing a necessary role. In due course, he continued, software technology and critical developments such as electric wheel ends (effectively an e-axle which combines the functions of a gearbox and rear axle to provide the space and weight savings required to package more electric power) and fuel cell electric powertrains will dramatically enhance the scope of zero emission models. Right now though, rigorous testing and research is essential to determine the viability and durability of all new systems, Per-Erik confirmed. It could, for instance, be another five years or so before an e-axle and fuel cell

electric truck are broadly available.

In the meantime, Australia’s path to zero emissions for trucks appears littered with political potholes. The almost total omission of trucks from the Federal Government’s recent Electric Vehicle Strategy was more than a tad disappointing, Martin Merrick agreed.

It’s no secret that to enhance the operational merit of heavy-duty electric trucks such as Volvo’s FH and FM, there needs to be an increase in front axle weight capacity to 7.5 tonnes. Without that increase, heavy-duty electric trucks will simply not have the battery capacity for longer range operation.

“Legislation is currently the drawback,” Martin remarked before adding, “If we don’t get legislative change, we can’t meet our 2030 targets.” Accordingly, he insists the onus is twofold – on industry to advise and lobby for change and on governments to make the change.

In effect, global corporations are doing their bit to make the world an environmentally better place but in Australia’s case, vital decisions are firmly in the hands of Federal and State governments. And when it comes to trucks, political momentum seems to have stalled.

As a thoughtful Martin Merrick recently stated, “No one can get to zero emissions on their own. Industry, government and other stakeholders all have a responsibility to work together to reduce emissions.”

Absolutely!

Australia’s first FH Electric. Brisbanebased Followmont Transport has placed the first order

customer needs

the path ahead demands constant

safety SEARCHING FOR

There have been many stories told of truck drivers’ interactions with road authorities. However, in this view from the other side, a retired NSW Highway Patrol officer and now uni student reflects on his long and rewarding career, his educational exchanges with truck drivers, and his plans for improving safety for all on the road

Words & Images | Greg Casey

December 23, 2021, was a significant day for me as it brought my police career to a close after 34 years. I joined the New South Wales Police in 1987 and in the intervening years spent most of my time working as a Highway Patrol (HWP) officer in both country and city locations. After I retired, I decided to expand on my tertiary study and use my experience as the basis for a PhD. I’ll explain more of this a bit later, but for now, I’ll explain why I’m writing this article.

In late 2022 I had the good fortune to have a conversation with Rod Hannifey, president of the National Road Freighters Association (NRFA) about my PhD. During our conversation I mentioned that one of the things I missed the most since retiring was interacting with truck drivers, and I meant this in a positive way. Rod thought this was an interesting thing for an ex-HWP cop to say and said he thought truck drivers would be interested to hear this.

So, in this article I hope to give you a perspective of the HWP, from the perspective of a Highway Patrol officer. One thing I won’t do is blindly defend the HWP. They’re a cohort comprised of all different types of human beings, from different backgrounds, with different levels of experience and knowledge, and with different motivations

and priorities. I readily admit there are occasions where a HWP officer could’ve handled things differently – myself included.

I can’t sit here and write a critical appraisal of the hundreds of decisions made by enforcement officers on a daily basis, but I can tell my story and offer my motivations for taking the approach that I did.

Overwhelmingly, my interactions with truck drivers were positive. In contrast, many car drivers behaved as if they were perfect and frequently offered their advice on how the HWP should do their job. I usually received this kind of ‘advice’ during a traffic stop. Invariably, I was told that my focus should be on something other than what the driver had been stopped for. If I stopped someone for speeding then apparently I should’ve focussed on drivers using their mobile phone. If I stopped someone for using their mobile phone, then my focus should’ve been on speeding drivers.

Then there was always the old chestnut, ‘Why aren’t you out catching murderers?’. I always offered to go after the murderer if they could point the homicidal maniac out to me, but funnily enough, no-one ever could. These drivers were generally looking for an excuse or simply denying that they’d done what I’d just seen them do.

Most truck drivers, however, acknowledged

A 1990 transfer to the Highway Patrol in southern Sydney

what they’d done. There was rarely any denial, argument or push back. Importantly, this opened the door to a conversation about how to avoid these situations. Frequently, I had the satisfaction of getting a thank-you handshake from a truck driver who I’d just spent time with, explaining how to restrain a load so that it complied, or issuing a defect notice for a range of issues on the truck that the driver needed the boss to fix. I even had thank-yous from truck drivers who I’d grounded for 24 hours on the basis of fatigue because they were grateful to be able to tell the boss that they’d been directed to get the sleep they so desperately craved.

I always got particular satisfaction from the time I spent going through a work diary with a driver when I was told, ‘Nobody’s ever explained it to me like that before’. I knew then that this driver now had the knowledge they needed to avoid pitfalls with their work diary and that they were grateful for that knowledge.

This is what I meant when I told Rod how I missed interacting with truck drivers. I estimate that for around 90 per cent of truck drivers I interacted with, most issues were resolved by a conversation, and I like to think

they came away from it all with strategies to help them avoid these things in the future. And that was what I always felt was the point of my job – to prevent. How I got to that point is probably best understood by explaining why I got into the Highway Patrol.

Early years

When I first joined the NSW Police Force all I wanted to be was a cop. I had a few ideas about where I wanted my career to go but I decided not to commit until I had a better idea of what the job felt like. When I landed at Green Valley Police Station in south-west Sydney, it was as busy as things could get, made all the busier by having a crew of only three on each shift, including two part-time Police Rescue operators and a rescue truck.

Our rescue area stretched from near Blacktown to just north of Mittagong and from Penrith to Lakemba. Attending virtually every serious road crash that happened in south-west Sydney when I was on duty had a big influence on my career path. There are only so many road crashes you can attend before your mind turns to how these crashes can be prevented.

The catalyst for me was a crash that has

The move to Wagga Wagga included the Newell Highway as an area of responsibility

Finding the right place to pull over was sometimes easier to do with a chat over the UHF

always stayed with me and whenever I see a Honda Prelude, I’m reminded of it. It occurred on a summer Sunday afternoon on Camden Valley Way near Catherine Field in 1988. Back then, Camden Valley Way was a narrow road with a single lane each way.

A family were out for a drive in dad’s new Honda Prelude and were heading north. A young male driving south with more than a few beers on board was speeding and overtaking. As he approached the Honda from the opposite direction, the rear of his Holden utility stepped sideways and into the path of the Honda. Because of the Honda’s wedge shape and low front edge, the ute rode up over the bonnet on the driver’s side.

The ute’s rear axle penetrated the Honda’s windscreen, hitting the driver in the head, killing him instantly. The crushed roof trapped the driver’s wife and two small children in the Honda. This family had gone from having a lovely family day out, to lying trapped in a car with their now dead father and husband. No doubt, these few seconds

forever changed the course of this family’s life. It also determined my career path.

The desire to try to do something about road crashes before they happen was cemented in me. Since then, this has been the force that motivates me in my work and now in my research.

So, in 1990, I transferred to the Highway Patrol at what was then called ‘L’ district in southern Sydney. The Highway Patrol course was conducted at the Police Driver Training School at St Ives. Training around trucks was minimal. Essentially, I came out of it knowing what a truck looked like and that was about it. It wasn’t that I didn’t want to deal with trucks, I just didn’t yet have the knowledge or confidence.

Regional roads

After five years working in ‘L’ district, a move to the country took me to Wagga Wagga where I lived and worked for 15 years. While Wagga Wagga lies on the Sturt Highway, our area of responsibility also included parts

of the Hume, the Olympic and the Newell Highways. This meant that many capital city journeys up and down Australia’s east coast or across the country came through our area, which inevitably brought us into regular contact with long distance truck drivers.

The UHF was something I hadn’t had much to do with up to that point and I decided that I had to learn what seemed like a new language. But learning that language deepened my understanding of the world in which truck drivers live and allowed me to communicate to a far greater level. There were many instances where this communication ability worked well for everybody.

Police Radio frequently broadcast ‘keep a lookout for …’ messages involving vehicles that were driving dangerously or wanted in connection with some offence. The easiest way to get a good scan of who was on the road was to ask passing truck drivers. It wasn’t unusual to locate a wanted vehicle or remove a dangerous driver from the road purely

because of the help we’d received from truck drivers via their UHF.

Sometimes we would have difficulty locating a car crash because the car had ended up off the road and into the bushes or down an embankment. From our perspective, it was difficult to locate these scenes, particularly at night. Yet truck drivers, riding high in their driver’s seats, were often able to help us pinpoint crash locations and get other emergency help straight to the site.

Often, if I wanted to stop a truck, I found it easier to simply ask the driver over the UHF to pull up somewhere convenient. They knew their truck and where it was suitable to stop it and this method always seemed to start things off on a positive footing. And when a crash or other incident blocked the road, it was so much easier to keep truck drivers updated over the UHF.

At these scenes, some car drivers demanded to know why they couldn’t get through because they felt their needs were more important than anybody else’s. But

Ready to roll in Tarcutta in 2006

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truck drivers would either quietly work out their own diversion or make the best of things by having a rest.

Learning curve

Very early in my time at Wagga Wagga I realised I needed to learn more about trucks and the transport industry. A two-day course at the Goulburn Police Academy about trucks wasn’t enough to help me deal with what I was seeing on the road. I sought out some experienced HWP officers and did my own

research and learning, but the constantly changing transport industry environment meant that the learning could never stop.

Working with other agencies such as Roads and Maritime Services (as it was until recently) also helped build and maintain my knowledge. Many of the metropolitan Police I worked with when I returned to Sydney avoided dealing with trucks. It seemed they lacked knowledge and confidence and didn’t want that to be shown up in front of a truck driver. By guiding them through the technical

Bulging curtains were cause for concern

and legal minefield that is transport industry enforcement, their interest in doing it properly was sparked.

So what motivates a HWP officer to stop a particular truck?

Frequently – and quite reasonably – drivers would ask why we stopped their truck. Sometimes it was because of the way they were driving, while other times it was just a random inspection. Sometimes it was because we had concerns about the condition of the load, such as an overloaded skip bin, unrestrained barrels, a loose webbing strap or a curtain bulging outwards. Other times it was because we saw something that wasn’t right with the vehicle.

Often little issues revealed bigger issues after we stopped it. The conditions in which some drivers were working were a disgrace, such as a collapsed seat that the driver had packed with a beach towel to stop the seat springs sticking into him, or a seat belt that didn’t work, or brakes that didn’t work, or suspension that had collapsed. Overwhelmingly, these truck drivers were happy to present the boss with the defect notice so that they didn’t have to drive a truck that probably wouldn’t meet third world standards.

There were also many occasions where drivers initiated their own stop by contacting us over the UHF or voluntarily pulling into an RBT or inspection site. This could involve ‘anonymously’ passing on information about a bad company practice or issuing a defect notice to fix things on the truck. Not only was I was pleased at the trust these drivers placed in me, but I also hoped that these interactions had reduced some of the stresses these drivers were under.

Decision process

Given my motivation for joining the Highway Patrol – to prevent road crashes – I developed a two-stage process to help me consider what action I’d take at the roadside. First, as my knowledge and experience increased, I was able to prioritise my actions based on the relationship between a law and safety, or mobility. If I couldn’t establish that relationship, I didn’t ignore that law, but it became a lower priority.

The second stage was how to deal with the driver.

Many things influenced my decision making process, not the least of which was the driver’s attitude and demeanour.

Unrestrained barrels are a disaster waiting to happen

I can confirm that being subject to abuse, foul language or violent threats is not part of anyone’s job. The small percentage of drivers that start with abuse likely end up with a different outcome than they otherwise would if a civil conversation occurred. The reason being, that it’s impossible to educate or explain things to someone who refuses to listen. Hence, in abusive situations, the options available to influence someone’s behaviour diminish, invariably resulting the issue of a fine or fines, rather than a conversation about prevention.

With 90 per cent of truck drivers however, the educational part of my interactions was something I really enjoyed. And it wasn’t just me that was doing the educating. Through these two-way conversations I learnt so much about the things that affect the decisions drivers make on the road. If I told a driver that the way to comply with the law is to do ‘X’, the driver might tell me that it’s impossible to do ‘X’ because the boss told him to do ‘Y’ and if he doesn’t do ‘Y’ the boss either doesn’t pay him for that job, doesn’t pay him at all or sacks him.

In those circumstances, a compromise was reached which might involve a fine for something the driver could have controlled,

and/or a number of warnings, some advice regarding how to avoid these issues in the future and often some good intelligence about how the company was operating in regard to compliance with their legal obligations.

Post career reflections

When I look back on my career, I realise there was a time when I lacked an understanding of why some truck drivers did the things I saw them do. This lack of understanding meant that my actions at the time weren’t always an effective response to the situation. But over the years, I was able to develop a much greater appreciation of the things that motivate truck drivers’ behaviour, and that appreciation came from the conversations I had with truck drivers on the road. By taking a bit more time with these drivers I gained a deeper understanding of what motivated them and the pressures they were under.

These conversations shed light on a world of issues in the lives of truck drivers that I hadn’t previously realised. I thought about how driving for a living changes the deterrence dynamic that a lot of behavioural road safety countermeasures are built upon.

While a car driver might lose their licence,

Sometimes the conditions drivers faced were pretty terrible, like this seat stuffed with a towel

Would you like to work here?

they can still (generally) go to work and earn a living. I recognise that what happens on the road for a truck driver sometimes equates to whether they can earn a living or not, and to how much pay goes home to pay the mortgage, school fees and family expenses, and in the case of owner-drivers or small operators, to pay employees, pay off the truck, and to pay maintenance, insurance and all the other business expenses and taxes.

My PhD

At the beginning of 2022, I started my studies towards a Doctor of Philosophy degree. When I looked up the word ‘Philosopher’ it came back as, essentially, someone who thinks about things. My Philosophy Doctorate means I’ll be thinking about truck drivers and fatigue.

Statistics, research and transport industry organisations tell us that truck driver fatigue is still recognised as a major issue for the Australian transport industry. It remains the single largest factor in truck driver deaths and a key risk to safety. Academics can conduct research and provide policy options; politicians can create the laws and rules; bureaucrats can deliver them; and transport company managers can build guidelines around them. However, it’s truck drivers that

experience fatigue at the street-level.

I used to hear almost every day about the challenges truck drivers face regarding compliance, and this is why I respect and appreciate the depth of knowledge and experience truck drivers have. As the last link in the chain, and the ones bearing the highest risk, I hope to understand, from a truck driver’s perspective, the things that influence truck driver beliefs, attitudes, intentions and behaviours regarding driver fatigue.

While I will also be interviewing transport company managers and law enforcement officers, the people I really need to help me dig deeply into the kinds of things that influence truck drivers are truck drivers.

So, I’m now asking for the help of truck drivers able to give me around an hour of your time during July and August to participate in an interview, via Zoom, as part of my research. My email address is 22028151@student.westernsydney.edu. au so if you’re able to help or if you have any questions, please email me and I will send you some information and answer your questions. In asking for your help, I would like to emphasise that I am no longer a police officer – I am a university student undertaking research, so whatever is discussed will and must remain confidential.

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Keeping in touch

I’m grateful to the transport industry and to those that work in it for allowing me to learn so much about it. I never lost interest in learning from truck drivers about how transport policy affected them. I never stopped enjoying the conversations I had with drivers and operators about compliance and safety issues.

The satisfaction I got from helping drivers who had been trying to get the boss to fix defects on their truck, or drawing attention to companies about whom drivers shared insights regarding non-compliance, never waned.

I never stopped appreciating the assistance from truck drivers when we were looking for a crash scene, or a wanted vehicle, or their patience when the road was blocked because of some kind of incident.

I never stopped enjoying a handshake and a ‘thank-you’ from drivers who appreciated learning about something that nobody had shown them before.

When I left the Police, I knew that my interactions with truck drivers would be one of the things I missed the most. Through my research project, I look forward to getting back to interacting with and learning more about Australia’s transport industry.

RENO

When it comes to big trucks it’s hard to go past the American models for their giant cabs and powerful set ups as our correspondent found out in Reno, Nevada recently

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You can always rely on the Aussie to be helpful.

I managed to catch guest speaker Bruce Gunter assisting US natives Tracy and David Simpson as Tracy attempted a Reno selfie. The selfie is included

Just out of curiosity what’s everyone doing in early June 2027? Anyone got any plans? No, well let me steer you towards a fantastic idea. Go online now and book a room at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino in Reno, Nevada. I’m not kidding around, I’m deadly serious. If you are reading this story, then chances are you have already skimmed through all the photos and it has sparked your interest, right? Obviously, it has sparked your interest enough for you to be reading this piece in order to learn more. Well, let me lay out the facts for you.

These photos are from the American Truck Historical Society Convention in Reno, Nevada. Let me lay out another fact for you, you are only glimpsing a fraction of the amazing trucks that were on display during

the three-day event. Now having seen just a fraction of the trucks on display, are you hearing that little voice in the back of your head going ‘I wish I had been there’? If that’s the case, then I ask again. What are you doing in June 2027? Because if you love old trucks, cool trucks, historic trucks, hell if you like trucks full stop, then this is a show that you cannot miss. I seriously implore you to stop procrastinating and start planning. Because the American Truck Historical Society Show is days and days of pure trucking porn, all neatly packaged in an amazing location, with everything you need on hand.

Whether you love classic trucks in original condition, or incredible creations in unbelievable condition, it’s an experience not to be missed. It will also be back at the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino in another

four years. Hence, I suggest you book your rooms quickly because this show, at this location is fast becoming a must-see for not just Americans, but for worldwide travellers. And me, being the kind-hearted soul that I am, put my home life on hold, cancelled my Netflix for a week, and went over to check this show out. Just so I could let everyone know what it is like. You are welcome.

The Journey

Aside from the hundreds and hundreds of photos I uploaded to my editor, I have also included a bit of a travel writer’s rant on what

this Nevada adventure entailed. Let us deal with the event hosts first – The American Truck Historical Society or ATHS as we’ll refer to it from now on just to save me typing it out every time.

The ATHS is a worldwide non-profit group of truck-loving historians that originated out of America. You don’t even have to own an old truck to be a member you just have to have a love of historical trucks and or machinery. There are ATHS chapters all over the world now, including one here in Australia.

Worldwide, the ATHS has nearly twenty thousand members. The United States is still the cultural home of this fast-growing organisation, and this is where they hold their yearly convention., their marquee event, their showcase gala. Throughout the year local chapters run many social and fundraising events for their members, but it’s the big convention that everyone hangs out for.

What makes the ATHS annual convention something a little bit different is the fact that

The Mighty Donner Pass made for a great time filler and a fantastic place to watch the world go by and snap some photos

Love a good Pete. This 1980 359 Peterbilt was in immaculate condition

I swear I used to have a matchbox toy that looked just like this. A 1963 International DC)-405 with a very old 1948 Dry Van in tow

They don’t make them like they used to. Check out this stunning 1950 White WC-28. With a beautifully restored 1951 Peterbilt 350 in the background

Part of the very busy crew responsible for snapping shots and documenting every vehicle that registered for this years event

You just can’t miss the Klos boys when they roll into town. Literally! They are that tall you just cannot miss them

You also can’t miss the Klos trucks when they roll into town. Here is their beautifully restored Tootsie Roll

I was lucky enough to grab a couple of half-decent shots over the three-day event. Including a great shot of Larry Lemmons 200 379L Peterbilt

I told you there was some weird looking old trucks on display, and you can add James Senskes’ 1957 Emeryville DCOT405 to that list

This 1998 Peterbilt COE just oozes cool!

Check out the length on this 1995 Peterbilt 362.

Another of the stunning Lemmons fleet was this 1979 Peterbilt 352H

Mike Rusek bought this Peterbilt off a mate, Heath Rickner who passed away from covid during the height of the pandemic. He has opened the trailer and is touring the truck shows and getting those who knew Heath to leave messages inside the trailer

they move its location every year. Well sort of, they have four locations. Reno Nevada. York Pennsylvania. Cleveland Ohio and Madison Wisconsin. These four locations are spread throughout the greater United States, representing East Coast, West Coast, and Middle America. Now you see why I kept asking about June 2027, because that’s when the rotation lands back in Reno, Nevada.

There is a method in their madness, it’s not solely about spreading the joy of this incredible event. The fact is America is a big country. There are many miles between the sunglasses and sandshoes of the West Coast and the suits and ties of the East Coast. Though you can still get liquid cheese across the whole country, just so you know.

Anyway, with America being so huge and with many of its members having trucks that pre-date cellphones, cassette players, and some even pre-date indoor toilets, it’s a big ask to get them out to display. Expecting guys from the West Coast to get their pride and joy all the way over to the east coast, and vice versa, is a bit much. Therefore, moving the annual convention across the country each year allows all its members an opportunity

to experience an annual convention at some stage. That’s not to say there aren’t those that make the annual pilgrimage every year. Hell, half the fun is getting trucks, that were designed, built, and worked, well before the interstates, getting them out of the sheds for an exciting excursion across the USA.

What’s historical?

That’s a great segway into defining what qualifies for an American Truck Historical Society vehicle. For that answer, I will pass the microphone over to Laurence Gration. Laurence is an expat Aussie who for the past five years has held the position of Executive Director of the ATHS. He has seen their annual showcase event explode in popularity and I asked him the question of what classifies as a Historical Vehicle.

“If you talk age, it’s 25 years” says Laurence. “My argument though, and most people have bought into this argument, is for example, the one-millionth Peterbilt to roll off the assembly line was a Historical Vehicle, in 2019. The last manual transmission Mack to come off the assembly line was a Historical Vehicle

One of the coolest trucks and nicest blokes I ran into over there was Ernie Adams with his 1982 W-900A. Ernie has done plenty of work on this awesome truck

One of my favourites from the whole show was Wayne Newhouses’ bright green 1955 Peterbilt 350. What a cool colour choice

The voice of the popular Copy Southbound podcast, Bruce Gunter put on a very informative lecture on the history of Kenworth in Australia. I had to go all the way to Reno to learn how fierce the Kenworth Peterbilt fight got in the establishing years of Australian trucking.

– in 2022”. The ATHS is looking more now at historical relevance of a vehicle as opposed to just it’s age. It is a very valid argument and one I agree with. If only because it means, there are more and more cool trucks rolling into the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino.

Resort life

Once again, I have managed another brilliant segway that now allows us to investigate the location for this year’s ATHS convention – the Grand Sierra Resort and Casino. The high-rise hotel has nearly two thousand rooms, spread throughout several towers.

As the name suggests it features all the perks of a resort – cocktails, valets, and pools. As well as all the perks of a casino – cheap drinks, cigar smoke, and gambling. If you are finding it difficult to keep all those greenbacks (that’s slang for US Dollars) in your wallet, there are over 100,000 square feet of pokies and gaming tables for you to donate your money to.

It’s not all about the booze and betting at the Grand Sierra though, there is a massive nightclub operating during the weekends, just

in case you need to get your groove on.

If listening to live music is more your thing, the indoor concert hall has seen the likes of Kiss and The Killers performing as well as bands with cool names like Grand Funk Railroad and Flogging Mollys. I can’t say who is booked for June 2027, but we can keep an eye on things.

If you are after something more athletic, you could step outside for the resort’s driving range or just take the elevator downstairs where you will find the 50-lane bowling alley. Yea, you read that right, 50 lanes. They take their bowling seriously over in Reno. I won’t even get started on the restaurants and shops, too many to list.

All of the aforementioned features are within walking distance of your room at the resort.

Considering the convention is at the resort itself you can easily just stick with that. I strongly suggest you don’t though.

Renting a car in Reno is a must. I could list all the cool things to go and see, however, I am going to stick to just three. Lake Tahoe, Donner Pass, and Two Chicks.

There were plenty of Antipodeans gracing the American shores for this show. If only we had gotten a few of them out of the bar we could have packed a few more into the photo

Now this was a cool truck. Stewart Wowk from Canada brought down this 1975 Kenworth, that packs an 871 Turbo Detroit with an extended fibre-class cab fitted. Huge truck

Harold Silva, along with

got a lot of attention with their stunning 2014 Peterbilt 388

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Let us deal with Two Chicks first. Two Chicks is the best breakfast place in Reno, those who know me know I love my food, so trust me when I make this claim. Two Chicks is a must.

Now back to the touristy stuff. Lake Tahoe is a fantastic drive and a pretty cool place to go visit. It’s one of those places where big money goes to relax, and people like me can go there to judge big money. I mean one guy had a lift for his boat! He literally has the boat lifted up to the dock, you walk on and then the boat gets lowered onto the lake.

The Donner Pass is another must-see for truck fans and driving purists. It’s one of those roads made famous by reality TV shows. In the middle of winter, the whole road and mountain range can disappear under a blanket of snow with traffic still pushing through.

The place is packed with stunning views and steep climbs, I dragged my apprentice up and down the Pass several times during our visit. Catching some shots of the trucks, the snow, and the scenery.

Nick and Alisha Silva

Talking Trucks is a family business at the ATHS shows, as seen here with the Kroon family

Dan Mincey stands pretty tall next to his custom-built Diamond-T 614

Brother and sister Hali and Tanner Wilken from Wilkens Truck Chrome have created this stunning antique Peterbilt. On top of a Yamaha golf cart

Back to the show

With the location and setting covered let’s take a look at the convention itself. You will notice I repeatedly refer to it as a convention rather than a truck show, that is deliberate. There is no judging, there are no prizes and in fact, due to an overabundance of new EPA laws creeping in from California, there isn’t even any truck washing going on in the car parks. The ATHS Convention really is just about an opportunity for truck fans to assemble and talk trucks. Half the Resort’s car parks are closed off in order to organise and display the nearly nine hundred entrants. Whilst the other carparks are filling up with all manor of trucks and truckies attending the event.

The chin-wagging isn’t restricted to just the exterior carparks though. The convention also sequestered the resort’s convention rooms where they were running several expert lectures and discussions. This year’s event saw a special display from Kenworth as they celebrated 100 years of trucks in the USA and as such there were plenty of Kenworthbased speakers.

Subjects like ‘Evolution of a Legend: The Kenworth K100,1963-1984’ ‘The Kenworth W900 and Family, 1963 and up’. Even one of our very own Kenworth Klassic legends, Bruce Gunter, had his time in the spotlight with a rather informative talk on the history of Kenworths’ in Australia.

I also attended a great talk on the real star of

Smokey and the Bandit, Snowmans’ W900(s) and just out of curiosity I found myself attending a talk on Timber hauling in the Pacific Northwest.

Finally, we should focus a little on the Belles of the Ball ah, the lolly scramble of trucks that swamped the parking lots around the Resort. That’s what we all go looking for and there is no escaping them. What I love about this show is you can purchase your ticket and wander amongst the hundreds of trucks that are on display. Makes and models I had never heard of or seen before. You can wear the soles of your shoes out just in the gated areas. Then once you have strapped on some fresh pluggers you can head out to the open car parks and the RV park. Here you will see all manner of transporters and trucks that couldn’t fit elsewhere. The RV Park is door-todoor trucks, from extreme motor homes to the most pimped-out hay lifter you will ever see. There really isn’t much point in me telling you about the ATHS trucks on display as the pictures included paint a much more inviting scene.

In summary, I would like to just plagiarize the legendary Nike motto, Just Do it. June 2027, book the babysitter. Sell the dog, do whatever you need to, but make it a priority to get over to the ATHS Convention. You may wear out a few pairs of shoes and you will definitely fill your phone camera up; you will not, however, regret it.

June 2027, see you there.

There was some pretty cool working trucks on display to. It was very hard to go past Ashleigh and CG Sozas’ 2016 W900

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KENWORTHK200 2017,CumminsISX,X-15 engine,Eatonautoshifttransmission.S2543. TA1181758.

engine,Rtlo-20918gearbox,Newaysuspension on50-160merritordiffs.S2506.

KENWORTHK104B 2006,Cumminsisxgen2 engine,Eatonrtlo20918gearbox,airglide460 suspensiononeaton462diffs.S2504.. TA1167684. POA

WESTERNSTAR4800 2009,Caterpillaraccert engine.Eatonrtlo20918gearbox,spicer46-170, 46,000lbdiffs,onairlinersuspension.S2509. TA1167679.

FREIGHTLINERCORONADOFLX 2015,Detroit dd-15engine,Rtlo-20918,Merritor46-60 diffs on airlinersuspension.S2542.

FREIGHTLINERARGOSY 2006,Detroits-60,14 ltrengine,Eatonrtlo20918gearbox,Merritor 46-160diffs,90tairlinersuspension.S2522. TA1173874. POA

MACKCH 2002,Mackea-7engine470hp,Eaton 18spdgearbox,Hendriksonairbagon46-160 Merritordiffs.S2531. TA1178008.

WESTERNSTAR4800 2013,Detroitdd-15 engine.Rtlo-20918gearbox.Airlinersuspension on46-160Merritordiffs.S2527. TA1186191.

POA

POA

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POA

TA1185878. POA

FREIGHTLINERCORONADO 2012,Detroitdd15

TA1163982. POA

TA1181760. POA

POA

KENWORTHBUNK new36''aero1bunk,bulk headdoors.Saero1. TA1185880. POA

CABINSTRATOSPHERE WesternStarcabinshell32inch sleeperglazednewcabinwithdoors.S/N.SMP26. TA742846. $26,000

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KENWORTHCABINSHELLS numerousnewbare cabinshells.Suitt-series,2daycabs,1 intergrated,1suitmodularbunk.S650. TA1185881. POA

WESTERNSTARDAYCAB 2004,dropon,sell complete.S2277. TA1130000. POA

KENWORTHT904/T604 cabinshell36inchintegrated sleeperwithdoors.Entrydoorsglazedpaintedwhite,sell complete.S/N.SMP13195.

INTERNATIONALEAGLE9900 radiatortosuitsignature enginecompleteradiatorpacksellcomplete.S/N.SMP13.

$2,500

ENGINEDETROIT CumminsE-5,ISXSignature, ISXEGR,N-14CelectEngines,M-11Celect, CaterpillarC-15,C-12Engines,DetroitS-60, DD-15.Workshopchecked&soldwithwarranty. Engines. TA1044344. POA

CUMMINSX15 SeveralCummins enginesavailablenow,x-15,e-5andisx range,usedworkshopchecked&reman available.S638. TA1173879. POA

GEORGFISCHER. newfixedturntables.S580. TA1124131. POA

WRECKING!

MACKCH 1997, 400hpE7-400VMAC11engine,RTLO1471313 speedgearbox,DDP40Pdiffs-4.63-1ratio, hydraulics,airbags.#T1019.TA1123941.

HINOFM618

WRECKING!

MITSUBISHIFM618 1999, Withgood6D17engine,6speedgearbox, hydraulicsandcrane.#T0973.TA1089921.

HINOBUS

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WRECKING!

HINOGD1J 2005, ExcellentJ08CUJengine,smoothchanging6speed gearbox,tubelessrims,niceinterior,gooddoors. #T1021.TA1123937. POA

FILE PHOTO (for identification purposes only) NISSANUDMKB37 2008, WithlowklmJ08Eturboengine&MLS6 speedgearbox.(Cabsold).#T0997.

TA1106490.

POA

CWB450

WRECKING!

Also wrecking 2006 CWB450 & 2009 GWB NISSANUDCWB450 1994, WithexcellentPF6Tturbodieselengineand13 speedRoadRangergearbox.#T1044.TA1157678.

POA

WRECKING!

WRECKING!

MITSUBISHICANTERFG6494WD 2004, Withturbo4D34dieselengine,goodgearboxand transfer,5.71-1diffsandgoodtipperbody.#T1057. TA1157676.

POA

MITSUBISHICANTERFG44WD 1992, Withgood4D34engine.WreckingNow.#T1071. TA1167693.

POA

WRECKING!

FREIGHTLINERFLX 2004, With14LDetroitSeries60,575HPdieselengine andRTLO20918B,18speedmanualgearbox,4.3 46-160diffswithcrosslocks.#T1018.TA1137195.

POA

UDCWA46

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POA

4WDISUZUNPS4WD

WRECKING!

Many early and late Dutros in stock! HINODUTRO300 2018,withlowklm,N04CUS engineandgoodautomaticgearbox,hasnicealloy traywithtoolboxes.#T0967.TA1065889. POA

FORDTRADER/T4000

WRECKING!

Also Wrecking T3500 & T3000 FORDTRADER0509 1997,(T4000) Goodmotorand10speedgearbox,servicebody, goodinterior.#T1027.TA1133579. POA

4WD2005HINOGT1J4WD

WRECKING!

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INTERNATIONAL9900 2008,CATACERTengineRTLO20918BRoad RangergearboxonPrimaxsuspensionwithSpicerDyandiffs46/170 4.1rationowwrecking.268. TA1182009. POA

WESTERNSTAR5800SS 2012,DetroitDD13engineRTLO20918B RoadRangergearboxonAirlinerSuspensionwithRockwell40/145 diffs4.3rationowwrecking.267. POA

KENWORTHT358 2007,CumminsISCengineAllisonautoonAirglide 400suspensionwithRockwell40/1456.43rationowwrecking.269. TA1182010. POA

CATERPILLARCT630 2014,CATct6302014modelCATC15Acert engineRoadrangerFOE22918BtransmissiononHendrickson PrimaxsuspensionwithRockwell46/160diffs3.91rationow wrecking.265. TA1182005. POA

SCANIAP112M 1999,420HOOKLIFTScaniaengine420HPgearbox Scania12speedonAirbagScaniasuspensionwithScaniadiffs. WesttransHooklift.Nowwrecking.266. POA

FORDLTS9000 1994,Series60D/DEC3engineRTLO16618Road RangergearboxonRockwell40/145diffs3.9ratioonHendrickson HAS400suspension.Goodcabinnomajorrustincabin.Tipper needs work toseeanotherload.Nowwrecking.270.

STERLINGLT9500 2003,..S/N256. TA1178027. POA

STERLINGLT9500 2001,CATC12EngineRTLO16918RoadRanger gearboxonAirlinersuspensionwithRockwell40/145diffstipper bodydamaged.253. TA1178028. POA

CATERPILLARCT630 2010,CATC15ACERTRTLO20918BRoad rangergearboxRockwell46/160diffs3.91RatioHendricksonHAS 461suspensionnowwrecking.258.

FREIGHTLINERCENTURY120 2006,Series6014LTRengine RTLO20918BRoadRangergearboxonAirlinersuspensionwith Rockwell46/160diffs4.3rationowwrecking.261. TA1178029. POA

FREIGHTLINERARGOSY 2005,CATC15engineRTLO20918BRoad RangergearboxonAirlinersuspensionwithRockwell46/160diffs $.1ratiohasIcePakbutdamaged.s/n264. TA1170919.

WESTERNSTAR4800FX 2010,CumminsEGRengineRTLO20918B RoadRangergearboxonAirlinersuspensionwithRockwell46/160 diffs4.3rationowwreckings/n262.s/n262.

KENWORTHK200 2012,CumminsEGRDPFEngineRTLO20918B RoadRangergearboxonAirglide460suspensionwithRockwell 46/160diffs4.1ratiorearlocker.S/N251. TA1156214. POA

WESTERNSTAR4800FX 2011,DetroitDD15engineRTLO20918B RoadRangergearboxonAirliner46/160Rockwelldiffs4.3ratioNow wreckingS/N254.S/N254. TA1159839. POA

MACKVALUELINER 2006,MackengineEA7410CCRSAllison gearboxonNewaySuspensionwithEatondiffscompletebonnetand allcabinpartsavailable.Tipperbody5.5mtrlongand1.3mtrhigh alloytipper.nowwrecking.240.

POA

TA1182006. POA

POA

POA

TA1178025. POA

FORDLSERIES DOORSRHSLHSRHSandLHSdoorsasperpictures completeotherthannodoortrims.minordintsinLHSdoorRHSfine. EMTW67. TA1134822. POAinc.GST

FREIGHTLINERFLC112DOORBUSIESSCLASSDOORS FLC112and businessclassdoorsasperpictures.emtw82. TA1137483. FROM$1,000

CUMMINSHX40W ISLNEWWASTEGATEDTURBOCHARGERSSuit CumminsISLEngineswithwastegatesNEW.ModelHX40WCall EchucaMoamaTruckWreckers.EMTW37. TA996523. $990inc.GST

FREIGHTLINERFLC112 1993,1993HoodFREIGHTLINERFLC112 EMTW49.EMTW49. $1,650inc.GST

CARRIERSUPRA550 ReeferUnitCARRIERSUPRA550EMTW26. EMTW26. TA967838. $3,850inc.GST

WESTERNSTAR4800FX BONNET4800SERIESWesternStarbonnet 4800seriesvariousyearsandmakes3tochoosefrom..EMTW48. TA1092332. $3,300inc.GST

FREIGHTLINERARGOSY bullbarsalloyFUPSandnonFUPSbullbars andbumpersavailableasperpictures.Callforpricinganddetails. EMTW71. TA1135117. FROM$1,650inc.GST

WOODCHIPPERSUITABLETIPPINGBODY. pintlehooktowbarand hoistIncluded4.0mlongincludingtoolboxes3.5mlongx1.8mhigh x2.3mwidetippingbodywithroof870mmsubframewidth.emtw 45. TA1178036. $4,400inc.GST

WESTERNSTAR. LHSdoorcompletewithtrim.Paintedwhiteready togoMackCHR94modelRHSdoorcompletewithtrim.EMTW13. TA917687. POAinc.GST

IVECO. variousbonnets,complete3tochoosefrom.EMTW46. TA1178037. From$2,200inc.GST

WESTERNSTARBUMPER 2013,bonnet5800grillbadgesandlights asperpicturesdamaged.emtw20. TA926105. $3,850inc.GST

FREIGHTLINER. BONNETVARIOUSMODELSFreightlinervarious makesandmodelbonnetssomewithslightdamageandothers havenodamage.EMTW50. $2,750inc.GST

WESTERNSTAR. 1993,HERITAGEDOORSRHSdoorsHeritageasper picturessomehavedamage.EMTW81. TA1178039. $1,100inc.GST

ALOCAWHEEL rimsAmerican285pcdpolishedoutercompletesets only.4Outerpolished4innerrimsonlyreadytogoavailablebe quick.EMTW87. TA1170879. $2,200inc.GST

STERLING. HN-80RHS&LHSDOORSSterlingHN-80shelland completedoorsavailablealsosomejustglazed.Ringfordetails. EMTW68. TA1134864. from$1,100inc.GST

CUMMINSSIGNATUREEGRENGINE Rebuiltorworkshopchecked available.Soldwithwarranty.SIGEGR.

CUMMINSISLISL 2013,engine8.9ltrCPL3213workshopchecked comeswithwarranty.S/N55.

KENWORTHK104 2004,CumminsSignatureGenIIEngine, RTLO20918BRoadRangerGearbox,Rockwell46-160Diffs@4.30 RatioonAirglide460Suspension,IcePack,Bullbar,CompleteCabin. NOWWRECKING!.193.

FREIGHTLINERARGOSY alldifferentsortsofdashclusterfor FreightlinersArgosyColoradocentryclassFLC112businessclass SOMEC/buswiringotherspluginprintedcircuits.EMTW83.

onHendricksonHas400suspensionwithRockwell40/145diffs4.3 ratio.Nowwrecking.17.

VOLVOFH12.500 2003,D12Dengine@500HP,VT2514Bsynchro gearbox,EV87Diffs@3.36ratioonVolvo8bagairbagsuspension, gooddoors.NOWWRECKING!.180.

MACKVALUELINER 2004,engineCCRS410EngineRtlo16918b RoadrangergearboxonHendricksonHAS400suspensionwith Rockwell40/145diffs4.33rationowwrecking.187.

suspensionwithRockwelllazyaxleonHendricksonsuspension, garbagecompactorbodycomplete.Nowwrecking.1.

TA1112548. POA

POA

WHITEROADBOSS Door.EMTW80. TA1137059. FROM$1,100inc.GST

TA1082765. POAinc.GST

TA1071196. POA

DETROITSERIES60 Engine12.7DDECII.EMTWS60E. TA1038142. POAinc.GST

ROCKWELL. Differential.EMTW18. TA918442. POA

TA1142124. POA

TA1178020. POA

ISUZUGIGACXYPREMIUM 2012,engineIsuzuJX12Ptransmission withHendricksonHAS400suspensionwithRockwell46/160diffs 3.91ratiodualx/locks.Nowwrecking.4. TA887489. POA

CUMMINS. SIGNATUREGENII.#Eng43. TA1178033. POA

CATERPILLARC15 Engine.ENGC15. TA982170. POAinc.GST

IVECOEUROCARGO80-210 1998,RTLO14713RoadRangergearbox

TA887503. POAinc.GST

DENNISEAGLEELITE2 2013,CumminsISLe5engineAllisonauto

VOLVOFL250 2004,Allisonautomatic,VolvodiffonVolvo

TA899154. POA

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INTERNATIONALS3600CAB completedroponsleepercab. PARTS#194 TA997654. $8,800

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TRUCKBODYFLATTOPTRAYBODY suitAmericanchassis,ex-driving school.4560longx2490widex1350highx870chassisrunner. PARTS2B473 TA1169488. $4,950

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ENGINESMANY TOCHOOSEFROM:CumminsC,Common rail,L10,MLalsoPerkins,Volvo,CATandIVECOCursor. Engines TA1033409.

STEELBODYTIPPINGBODY withdropsides. Measurements:Length:3170mm.Width:2300mm.Height:

FULLER/EATONGEARBOXES largerange JOB#GEARBOXES DPLIn23621. POA

MAXICUBEREFRIGERATEDBODY Fittedwiththermoking RD11SRmotor,rearbarndoors.Measurementsoutside: Length:8870mmHeight:3000mmChassisRunners: 860mm.Measurementsinside:Width:2425mmHeight: 2700mm.JOB#2515A TA1140435. $8,800

CUMMINSISC Engine.Completewithworldseries transmission,plantflywheel,enginemounts.Suitablefor re-poweringinexcellentcondition.PARTS#247 TA930417. POA

TIPPINGBODYALUMINIUM withhoistandsubframe. Length:4650mm,Height:1200mm,Chassis:850mm. WP732 TA1115011. $11,000

ISUZUNLR200S Perfectsmalltruckfor WA, Kevrek,amberflashinglights,tool boxes.Steeltrayfolddownsides.Manual248k,4JJ1788457. WA. DIY1184901.

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CUMMINSISX15fullrebuild100K'sago,fullereaton18speed, eatondiffs,newradiator,newalternator,newstartermotor,new steeringbox,newbatteries,newwindscreens,Sleeperwith mattress,regularlyserviced.,XB53CW.QLD. DIY1185159. 0418 190 085.

MOOREHOOKBINTIPPER TRAILER

2021,Hendricksonairsuspensionintraax,ABS/EBS braking,frontliftaxle,Durabrightaluminiumrims, lowprofilenewtyres,digitalweightgauges,quick release,nearnewconditiononlydid6monthswork for86000km-binsavailableifrequired,YQ77LK.

NSW. DIY1174865. 0407 898 858. $120,000plusGST

2019,daycab,1stregistered10/2020.Adoublespecifications, CumminsX15Euro550hp/1850lbft,balanceofenginewarranty5yror800,000,XV01OY.VIC. DIY1183055.

0408 795 772.

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KENWORTHT610SAR

3AXLESUPERSINGLESALLOY 1988,Hamelex16m aluminiumsuperdog,aluminiumsupersinglerims,fresh paintjob,springsuspension,70%tyresandrunning gear,rollouttarp,newedbrohoist-justbeenfitted,Vic Registeredandinroadworthycondition,comeswith2 sparerimsandtyres(goodcondition.Locatedin tooradin,Vic registered. VIC. DIY1185767. 0401 069 799.

KENWORTHW924 1986,driveslikeadream.Full serviced,newgearbox,newclutch,90%treadonall tyres.Rebuild200,000kmago.New60sDetroitmotor installedin1998.Newlights,beacon,nooilleaks, 408760.NSW. DIY1185279. 0427 055 394.

hasbeendone,verygoodengineandgearbox, Wjms2nth404388342. 0450 789 245. $79,000

EatonFullerUltraShifttransmission,rearcrosslock, 295/80R22.5fronttyres,11R22.5reartyres,none.SA. DIY1184780. 0415 178 862.

2015,dangerousgoodspantech, low 118,000kms,6speedautomatic,GVM4500kg.Canbe drivenonstandardcarlicense,CE26VF.NSW. DIY1183649. 0403 072 999.

2014,custombuiltPantechnicon, 100YTR.QLD. DIY1184126. 07 4778 1188. $70,000

0419 262 280.

ROGERS&SONS. planttraileringoodcondition, 6H9RIPV7ATBAA2533.VIC. DIY1183570. 0488 302 010.

ISUZUFSERIESFVR800 2011,AusroadJetpatcherin greatcondition,hasallthebellsandwhistles.Nolonger requiredforourlineofwork,JALFVZ34PB7000674. WA. DIY1182795. 040 981 181. $198,000

UDMK11250CONDOR

CAT CT630 2010,tippertruckC15engine,engine brake,

$55,000

$6,900

FUSOCANTER515

$35,000

GOLDENDRAGONPATICO 2017,24seaterbus,F96TQ. TAS. DIY1182832. 0400 937 444. $45,000

KENWORTHT404 2004,withwork,towinga7carcarrier trailer,XN75JH.NSW. DIY1183294.

$132,000

IVECOSTRALIS450 2011,fourwheelbrakesandrotors

AZMEBSTT3 2012,sidetippers.2/3newKHitch10stud axlesunderspringsuspension,rolltarp.Rear

DAF CF75 2012,singledrive,auto,1023305. QLD. DIY1169004. 0411 747 747. $44,500

TROUTRIVERS333ACT 2020,KenworthT4401966/ 2020flowcon,6t9t2586la7f2019.NSW. DIY1183756. 0404 142 062. $200,000

FUSOCANTER515 2018, refrigeratedwithRWC,..VIC. DIY1185487. 0451 113 252. $44,900

IVECOEUROCARGO100E18 2003,theairsuspension lowersthereartohandlevery low vehicleaccess.Hasafull setofsidestairsthatwillbe includedinthesale.Truckis

MUSCAT TOA ALUMINIUM TIPPER 1993,triaxle,32ft,5ft walls.Excellentcondition, G89808.NSW. DIY1184062. 0407 783 930. $50,000

HINO500SERIES-GH1727 2008,newcurtain,12pallets, goodworkingtruck.stillon work.Don'thaveanyissued withtruck,reliableandgood onsavingdiesel,av16cf. NSW. DIY1185535. 0416 759 789. $59,900inclGST

MACKCH 2004,tipper,470hp, 18speed,70tonnerated,disc brakes,setupto tow dog trailer,XQ73ON. QLD. DIY1184619. 0448 697 171. $44,000

MAN26.480 2006,oneowner fromnew,primemoverwith tipperhydraulics,809jpf.QLD. DIY1185039. 0427 746 745. $120,000

SCANIAK93 1993,coach,air conditioned,lapseatbelts,

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2022 Isuzu FVZ260-300 STG Global

NEW DM9000, 6x4 auto diesel fuel truck, complete with 9,000Lt self bunded diesel tank in 6mm steel, 2” diesel double diaphragm pump Graco, digital flow meter, etc.

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2004

Tri axle, aairbag suspension, 8 stud rims, 265/70R19.5 wheels & tyres, bolt In king pin, toolboxes x2, rear hydraulic ramps, dump valve, super winch, steel floor, LED lights.

Just $89,990!

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2010

Chiller truck, one owner with log books, drive on a car Licence, power steering and airconditioning, electric windows, canvas seat covers, electric mirrors.

Just $25,990!

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Custom TIDD Ross Todd

Isuzu NLR200S 4x2

12 pallet curtain sider with new curtains.

Just $54,450!

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Van 240 hp 6 speed 5 meter van & 500 KG tailgate lifter.

Just $32,450!

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1983 Custom Lusty Vacuum Suction Tanker

Tri axle, spring suspension, Spider Hub rims. 11R22.5 wheels & tyres. Bolt in king pin, bearer box, DataTrac. Delta hydraulic hoist. Cummins diesel engine.

Just $39,990!

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P8000

New. Service truck, mine site ready, Isuzu FVZ 260-300 6 x 4 bogue drive chassis fitted with ROPS, Allison auto transmission, spring suspension, Mine spec electrics.

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2004 Mitsubichi FM67

2006 Mitsubushi FK

2022 Isuzu FVZ260-300 Plantman

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2022 Astra WT22000 Water Truck

New. Plantman 6x6, cab chassis fitted with ROPS, ASTRONIC transmission, 440 horsepower, Euro 5 turbo diesel engine, new steel water tank, ba led 22,000 litre capacity.

Just $478,500!

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2018 Isuzu 6x4

Water truck for dry hire, 2018 model. 3 rear sprays, dribble bar and cannon. ROPS cab and mine spec. Prefer long term.

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2020 Panus Skel A Trailer

Tri axle, airbag suspension (SAF), 10 stud rims, 11R22.5 wheels & tyres, bolt in king pin, bolt on turntable, jost landing legs, 30FT container pins on a trailer, Wabco smart board, LED lights.

Just $42,990!

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2010 Runge Bogie Car Carrier

Bogie axle (BPW), airbag suspension, 10 stud hubs, steel floor, 255/70R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, bolt in king pin, spare tyre carrier, hubodometre.

Just $94,990!

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2010 Schmitz Cargo Bull Bogie

16 pallet Pantech - SN# 220423, bogie axle, airbag suspension, 10 stud hubs, chequer plate Ffoor, 11R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, bolt in king pin.

Just $24,990!

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2015 Vawdrey Dropside Curtainsider

Vawdrey & 10/2007 Maxitrans 34 pallet double drop deck curtainsider

B double set. Tri axle, airbag

Ssuspension, 10 stud hubs, chequer plate floor, 275/70R22.5 tyres & wheels.

Just $1,599!

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1999 Tieman Quad Dog Tanker

Quad axle, airbag suspension, 10 stud hubs, 11R22.5 tyres, LED lights, toolbox x1, landing Leg x1, fire extinguisher x1, hubodometre.

Just $49,990!

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2001 O’Phee 41FT Flat Top

Tri axle, spring suspension, spider hubs, steel floor, 11R22.5 tyres, LED lights, toolbox x2, bolt in king pin, jost landing legs, spare tyre carrier, fire extinguisher x1.

Just $44,990!

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2012 Peter Tippett Bogie Dolly

Bogie axle (K Hitch), spring suspension, 10 stud hubs, 11R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, 50mm ringfeder hitch.

Just $399!

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2001 SFX Engineering Plant Trailer

Two axle, spring suspension, stud hubs, steel mesh floor, 123/121M tyres & wheels, LED lights, toolbox xl, landing legs, front storage cage, pintle hitch, rear ramps.

Just $13,990!

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2021 Maxitran 12 Pallet

Flat top A trailer - SN# 220421, tri axle, airbag suspension (Maxus), 10 stud hubs, chequer plate floor, 11R22.5 tyres LED lights, toolbox x1, bolt In king pin, Maxus landing legs.

Just $499!

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2011 Maxitrans 44FT 22 pallet Flat Top

Tri axle, airbag suspension (BPW), 10 stud hubs, alloy wheels, steel chequer plate floor, 11R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, bolt In king pin, Holland landing legs.

Just $499!

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2004 Isuzu FVZ1400 Water Truck

15KL

235,100km, 6130 hours, Allison auto transmission with retarder, auto lube chassis, mine spec electrics, 3 rear sprays, water cannon, hose reel.

Just $170,000!

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2016 Hino 500 Series

GH 1728 lazt axle, 12 pallet refrigerated/ freezer Pantech, 280hp turbo diesel, Allison automatic transmission.

Just $218,900!

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2016 Hino 500 Series

GH 1728 lazy axle 12 pallet refrigerated freezer Pantech, 280 HP turbo diesel, Allison automatic transmission, Thermoking T-1000 disel driver freezer unit.

Just $218,900!

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2006 Barker Bogie Dropdeck with Ramps

Bogie axle (BPW), arbag suspension, 10 stud hubs, chequer plate floor, 255/70R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, toolbox x2, bolt In adjustable king pin, jost landing legs.

Just $64,990!

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2018 Fuso Fighter

1227 cab chassis, 270HP turbo diesel, 6 speed Manual transmission, will take a 7.2m body of your choice, airbag rear suspension, sat nav.

Just $96,900!

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2001 Maxitrans 22 Pallet Pantech

Tri axle (BPW), airbag suspension (BPW), 10 stud hubs, chequer plate floor, 11R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, bolt in king pin, lost landing legs.

Just $27,990!

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1993 Freighter 40FT Bogie Skel

With rear push out bar - SN# 220914, bogie axle (Freighter), spring suspension (Freighter), spider hubs, 275/70R22.5 tyres & wheels.

Just $26,990!

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2022 Freightwest Semi

The all New design 2022 FreightWest triaxle semi water tanker on K hitch axles and suspension, 2x compartments in tank, isolating skid plate, 3x rear sprays.

Just $99,000!

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2022 Freighttrans Semi with Bifold Ramps

Dropdeck for hire. 45 foot long with bifold ramps. Long term hire only.

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2009 Hino FC Plantman Service Truck

Cab chassis fitted with ROPS and alloy bull bar, 6 speed manual transmission, engine just serviced, 189,000kms, engine just serviced. Airconditioning, power steering.

Just $130,000!

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2012 Scania G480 8x4 G480

Very rare find Scania G480 8 x 4 with airbag suspension, 3 pedal automated transmission, 78,310km, 582 engine hours, 3,450 (Approx.) PTO hours, new rims, tyres GC.

Just $155,000!

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2016 Caterpillar 730

For dry hire Cat 730C dump truck. Prefer long term.

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2004 Mitsubishi Fighter FK617

Beavertail truck with electric over hydraulic ramps, 6 speed manual, 2004 model, 463,000 klm’s showing, approx 6 tonner, near new tyres all around. Call

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2004 Mitsubishi Fighter FK617

Beavertail truck with electric over hydraulic ramps, 6 speed manual, 463,000 klm’s showing, approx 6 tonner, near new tyres all around.

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Forbes Engineering Bulk Tanker

Tri axle, spring suspension, spider hubs, 385/65R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, bolt In Kkng pin, jost landing legs, spare tyre carrier, pneumatic safety rails, 3 hatches.

Just $29,990!

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Custom Dropdeck Forkli Transport Trailer

Bogie axle, 16 stud hubs, chequer plate floor, 8.25R16 tyres & wheels, LED lights, welded king pin, stabilising legs, manual ramp.

Just $22,990!

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1994 Volvo FL10

In good working order. Had 12 monthly inspection 4/22.

Just $44,000!

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2010 Isuzu FRR500

5.5mt long Pantech, 6spd AMT, 10,400 GVM, rear roller door, side door.

Just $49,950!

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2009 Maxitran 40FT Skel

Tri axle, airbag suspension, 10 stud alloy hubs, 11R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, bolt In king pin, Holland landing legs, raise/lower valve, hubodometer.

Just $41,990!

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2016 Howard Porter Sideloader

Tri axle (Hendrickson), airbag suspension (Hendrickson), 8 stud hubs, 265/70R19.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, toolbox, bolt in king pin, landing legs.

Just $189,990!

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2013

Fuso Canter 815

4m x 2.3m tray, 6 spd AMT, 150HP turbo diesel, 7500 GVM.

Just $39,950!

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2008 Isuzu

FRR599

8 pallet Tautliner, 10,400 GVM, 6 spd manual, new curtains, gates.

Just $49,950!

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2016

Hino 500 Series

Factory tipper. 220 HP turbo diesel, 6 speed manual transmission, fitted with ‘S factory tipping body - 3550mm L x 2000mm W (internal), 800mm high drop sides.

Just $92,900!

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2017

UD PK 17 280 Condor

7.65 mt long Pantech, 3,000kg tailgate loader, 16,500 GVM, automatic, 280HP turbo diesel.

Just $127,950!

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2011 Vawdrey Drop Deck Road Train Lead

Tri axle, airbag suspension, 10 stud hubs, chequer plate floor, 148/145L tyres & wheels, LED lights, twin position king pin, jost landing legs, spare tyre carrier.

Just $799!

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2016 Fuso Canter

Car license Pantech, 150HP turbo diesel, 6 speed automatic transmission, fitted with a 20 cubicmeter Pantech - 4200mm L x 2200mm W x 2150mm H (internal).

Just $49,900!

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2016 Fuso Canter

Car license Pantech, 150HP turbo diesel, 6 speed automatic transmission, fitted with a 20 cubicmeter Pantech - 4200mm L x 2200mm W x 2150mm H (internal).

Just $57,900!

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2016 Fuso Canter

Car license Pantech, 150HP turbo diesel, 6 speed automatic transmission, fitted with a 20 cubic meter Pantech, Dhollandia 600kg tuck away tailgate loader.

Just $57,900!

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2008 Isuzu NPR400 AMT 4x2

Automatic cab chassis, 4 tonne carrying capacity, travelled 241000km, 6 speed AMT (automatic) transmission, cloth trim, ex Perth shire vehicle , AM/ FM/Blue Tooth stereo.

Just $44,990!

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Manual traytop , travelled 290690km from new, ex Western Power with log books , 220 HP turbo intercooled 6 cylinder diesel engine.

Just $79,990!

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2015 Isuzu NLR200

Refrigerated Pantech, thermal master unit, AMT trans, car licence, 150 HP turbo diesel, will be sold with RWC.

Just $39,950!

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2015 Isuzu F Series

FSD 850 premium, 12 pallet curtainsider, 255HP turbo diesel, 6 speeed AMT automatic transmission, will take a 12 pallet body of your choice.

Just $79,900!

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2010 Hino FT 4x4

2011 Mercedes-Benz Axor 2629

6 x 4 bogie drive cab chassis fitted with Hydraulic ROPS / FOPS. Truck fully serviced, VIN WDB9506422L534725, 102,850km, automatic transmission, spring suspension.

Just $230,000!

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8 plt Tautliner, will have new curtains, 6 spd manual, 10,400 GVM, turbo diesel, only 200,000 klms, will be sold with RWC.

Just $52,950!

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Refrigerated Pantech, kingtec unit, side door, automatic, car licence, will be sold with RWC.

Just $54,950!

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2004 O’Phee Sliding Skel Trailer

Suit 10ft/20ft/30ft/40ft containers, triaxle spring suspension.

Just $22,000!

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2017 Hino 300 Series - 616

2009 Hino 500 Series - FC 1018

2015 Isuzu FSS 4x4 Of road bus

4 x 4 cab chassis fitted with bus body, 6 speed manual transmission. Current Kilometres on clock 129,000. 29 seats, with seat belts to all.

Just $125,000!

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“I” Shift G/box, alloy bin, alloy wheels, weight guages, remote tarps, grain chutes, fitted with a Tefco 2008 quad dog, airbag, rock sheeted, weight guages.

Just $132,000!

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2017 Hino 300 Series - 616

160 hp turbo diesel, 6 spd auto transmission, fitted with a 20 cubic meter Pantech, 500kg Anteo tuck away tailgate loader, internal tie rails.

Just $64,900!

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Car licence Pantech, 150 hp turbo diesel, 6 spd auto transmission, fitted with a 20 cubic meter Pantech, internal tie rails.

Just $54,900!

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2008 Volvo FM480

2015 Fuso Canter

2014 Hino 300 Series - 816 Crew

Crew cab, 3.75 x 2.19 dropside tray, 7,300 GVM, automatic, 160HP turbo diesel.

Just $45,950!

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2015 Isuzu F series

12 pallet curtainsider, 255HP turbo diesel, 6 speed AMT automatic , will take 12 pallet body of your choice, airbag rear suspension, cruise control, hillstart assist.

Just $74,900!

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2017 Mercedes-Benz Actros 2653

Prime mover with sleeper cab. 530Hp 12 speed AMT gearbox, 6x4 bogie on airbag suspension. Alloy wheels, fixed jost turntable, dual fuel tanks.

Just $137,000!

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1887 Freighter Curtainsider A Trailer

12 pallet - SN# 230111, tri axle, airbag suspension (Hendrickson), 10 stud hubs, chequer plate floor, 275/70R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, toolbox, bolt in king pin.

Just $32,990!

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Massey Ferguson 35

Petrol tractor with near new box lift rear forks and 3 point linkage. Tidy tractor ready for work.

Just $6,500!

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2012 Fuso Fighter 1627

8m long tray, Palfinger PK 8500 A crane lifts 1,000kg @ 7.5MT, 270HP turbo diesel, 6 speed MAN, 16,000 GVM, rear airbag suspension.

Just $89,950!

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2005 Caterpillar 735 Waater Truck

Serial Number - CAT00735JB1N00299,, current SMU showing 14365 (subject to change), mine spec electrics, used water tank (advised 30kl), PTO powered hydraulic water pump.

Just $285,000!

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1994 Haulmark Extendable Flat Top

Bogie axle, spring suspension, spider hubs, chequer plate floor, 11R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, toolbox x2, bolt In king pin, Holland landing legs, spare tyre carrier.

Just $38,990!

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2002 Maxitrans 40FT Retractable Skel

Tri axle (Hendrickson), airbag suspension (Hendrickson), spider hubs, 11R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED Llghts, bolt In king pin, Holland landing legs.

Just $34,990!

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2016 Isuzu NNR45-150

4.2mt long Pantech, tuckaway tailgate loader, 6 spd AMT trans (auto), turbo diesel, ABS, ASR, IESC, reverse camera, 4,500 GVM car licence.

Just $54,950!

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2007 Barker 12 Pallet Dropdeck Curtainsider A Traiiler

Tri axle (BPW), airbag suspension (BPW), 10 stud hubs, chequer plate floorJost , 275/70R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, toolbox, twin position king pin, jost turntable.

Just $54,990!

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2005 Customquip 30FT Tri Axle Skel Road Train Lead

Tri axle (KHitch), spring suspension, spider hubs, 11R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, twin position king pin, stabilising legs, road train Llead, ringfeder, 20FT container pins.

Just $41,990!

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4x4 cab & chassis, ready for its new home. Can be fitted out with your existing tray body or motorhome/ camper fitout etc, Isuzu 140 hp turbo intercooled 4 cylinder engine.

Just $39,990!

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Fuso Fighter 1024

Tipper. Check out this stunning one owner ex local government shire truck, 4200mm x 2400mm wide tipper body with two way function tail gate, drop down sides with shovel.

Just $84,990!

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Cummins Gen II (2010 model), AG460 airbag, 4.11 ratio, 90t R/train, alloys, bullbar.

Just $55,000!

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Isuzu FTR900 AMT

Fitted with a massive 8900mm x 2450 x 2500mm dry goods Pantec body, load locking system and checker plate steel floor, double rear doors & a nose cone fitted.

Just $79,990!

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Cummins crate engine fitted by Cummins 170km ago, receipts available, 132t rated AG460 Haire on air 8 bag upgrade, rear cross locks, side tipper hydraulics.

Just $220,000!

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2005 Kenworth K104

2013 Kenworth T909

2005

Kenworth K104

CAT C15 (445km on rebuild), 90t roadtrain, AG 460 8 bag airbag suspension, cross locks, new drive tyres, full service history available.

Just $82,500!

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2020

Hino 500 Series

240 HP turbo diesel, 6 speed Allison automatic transmission, fitted with a 36 cubic metre Pantech - 6330mm L x 2400mm W x 2400mm H (internal).

Just $109,900!

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2018

Hino 300 Series

300-616 automatic car license cab chassis, 160 HP turbo diesel, 6 speed automatic transmission, will take a 6 pallet body of your choice - 4500mm L x 2500mm W.

Just $54,900!

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2016

Fuso Canter 918

6M X 2.38M X 2.35 Pantech, 1 ton alloy cantilever tailgate loader, 8,550 AMT (auto), 180HP turbo diesel.

Just $54,950!

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2019 Custom Built Rear Tipper and Subframe for Assembly

Truck not included. Including lift cylinder, 30m3, 5mm Hardox walls and floor, 7.5m L x 2.4m W x 2m H. Manufactured by North East Engineering Adelaide.

Just $45,000!

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2018 Kenworth T659

469km, 110T rated, PTO equip, cross locks, hi rise intergrated sleeper cab, flexi guards.

Just $352,000!

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2019 Iveco Daily

45-C-170 alloy tray top, 170HP turbo diesel, 8 speed automatic transmission, fitted with alloy tray top - 4045mm L x 2055mm W, drop sides, 3.5 tonne tow bar.

Just $53,900!

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2015 Isuzu F Series

850 premium x-long cab chassis, 255 HP turbo diesel, 6 speed AMT automatic transmission. Will take a 12 pallet body of your choice - up to 8.5m long.

Just $79,900!

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2023 Isuzu FYJ300-350

New 8.7m tilt tray truck. Available in civil or mine spec. Also available on a range of other cab chassis. In-house finance available. Compatible in 6x4 or 8x4.

Just $298,006!

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2023 Isuzu FYH300-350 9,000L diesel + 7x700L Oil

New FVZ300-350 8x4 auto service truck. Also available on other make/ model cab chassis including Kenworth, Hino, Volvo, Man - 4x2, 4x4, 6x6, 8x4 or 10x4.

Just $424,350!

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2023 Hino 2,000L diesel + 7x300L oil

New GT1528 4x4 auto service truck. Also available on other make/model cab chassis including Kenworth, Isuzu, Volvo, Man - 4x2, 4x4, 6x6, 8x4 or 10x4.

Just $240,000!

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2023 Hino DM9000

New ADR 80/30 6x4 auto diesel fuel truck. Trucks can be fully customised to suit your requirements. In-house finance available.

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Hino 300 Series - 717

fFtted with a 3400mm x 2200mm x 400mm steel tipper, drop down sides and a two way function tail gate, extra large chassis mounted tool box with shelves and lockable doors.

Just $64,990!

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2014 Vawdrey 20FT Retractable Skel

SN# 230512, tri axle (KHitch), airbag suspension, 10 stud alloy hubs, 11R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, twin position king pin, landing legs, raise/ lower valve, 20FT container pins.

Just $37,990!

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1981 Krueger 20FT Skel

SN# 230423, bogie axle, spring suspension, spider hubs, 11R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, bolt in king pin, landing legs, 20FT container pins.

Just $11,990!

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1978 Freighter 20FT Skel

SN# 230425, bogie axle, spring suspension, spider hubs, 295/80R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, bolt In king pin, Holland landing legs, 20FT container pins.

Just $9,990!

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1979 Krueger 20FT Skel

SN# 230424, bogie axle, spring suspension, spider hubs. 11R22.5 and 295/80R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, welded king pin, Maxus landing legs, spare tyre carrier.

Just $9,900!

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2023 Hino 300 Series

Series 717 3430 MT wide - tipper

GVM: 6,500 kg (optional 4,495 kg)

GCM: 7,300 kg BODY SPECS - fitted with a genuine tipper - 3600mm L x 2000mm W x 430mm H (Internal).

Just $74,990!

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2002 Maxitrans B Double Fridgevans

4 pallet B Double refrigerated semi trailers, 2002, Thermo King units all serviced and calibration certificates, SL200E, SB300 units, airbag, barn doors.

Just $88,000!

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2009 Iveco ACCO 8,000L Water Truck

Approx. 101,000km with a brand new 8,000L water tank. Automatic water cart - Strongest tank on the market!

NO MORE RUST. Also available in 15000Lt, 13000Lt.

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2023 Volvo FMX11

BRAND NEW 8x4 cab chassis with automatic transmission. Hot dipped galvanised. Also available in 3,0008,000Lt modules.

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2023 UD Quon TT8700

BRAND NEW 8.7M tilt tray truckr. Available in civil or mine spec. Also available on a range of other cab chassis. In-house financing availability. Compatible in 4x2 or 8x4.

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2023 Hino 500 Series - FM 2635

Fully galvanised vacuum unit on frame with chassis rails. 4500L spoil tank capacity (hot dipped galvanised). Hydraulic hoist unload with twin lift cylinders capable of lifting with a full load.

Just $325,000!

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2012 Iveso ACCO 2350G

6,000LTvacuum unit, module only. Available on new or used 6x4 or 8x4 cab chassis or “Bring Your Own Truck”. Price before GST.

Just $330,000!

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2008 Hino GH

270hp, 9spd synchro, airbag suspension, 9.80 mtr steel tray, bolsters to suit 12mtr lengths of steel, air conditioned, tare 7.66t, 17,000kg GVM, alloy bullbar, good condition.

Just $55,000!

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2006 Hino FD Ranger PRO 6

10 pallet Tautliner, new curtains, side gates, 6.27 L X 2.39 W X 2.26 side load height approx., 6 cycl turbo, 6 sp manual, alloy bullbar.

Just $34,950!

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2010 Mitsubishi Canter 4x4

Travelled very low kilometres, has hi and Llow range four wheel drive capabilities with free wheeling hubs , seats 17 on Holdsworthy cloth seats with seatbelts.

Just $64,990!

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2010 Isuzu FRT850 4x2

Carries 12 pallets, automatic transmission, travelled 662283K, one owner with log books and full service history, pan is 7.6m x 2.5m x 2.5m = 47 cubic metres.

Just $69,990!

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2006 Isuzu FRR550S

Long cherry picker, travelled 369472K, turbo intercooled 6 cylinder engine with a 6 speed gearbox, seats 3, cloth trim, AM/FM CD player.

Just $39,990!

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2005 Mercedec-Benz Denning Vario

4x2

33 passenger seat bus, one owner private school, log books, travelled only 161000K from new and is in immaculate condition. Features 4 cylinder turbo diesel motor.

Just $59,990!

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2023 Isuzu FYJ 300-350

8x4 fitted with 22T hook lift. Inhouse financing availability. Trucks can be fully customised to suit your requirements.6 years factory warranty. Price before GST.

Just $283,000!

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2015 Isuzu Series

FRR 500 automatic cab chassis, 205HP turbo diesel, 6 speed AMT automatic transmission, will up to 10 pallet body of your choice, 6500mm L x 2500mm

W.

Just $59,900!

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2023 Isuzu FVZ260/300 6,000L NDD Vacuum Excavator

New. Fully galvanized. Also available in 3,000-8,000L modules. In-house finance Available. Trucks can be fully customised to suit your requirements.

Just $408,975!

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2023 Isuzu FYJ300-350 8,000L Vacuum Excavator

New auto cab chassis. Hot dipped galvanised. Also available in 3,0008,000L modules. In-house finance Available. Trucks can be fully customised to suit your requirements.

Just $460,225!

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2015

Ex government unit, 270 HP turbo, 6 speed Allison automatic transmission, fitted with an alltruck 10 pallet curtainsider body. Dhollandia 1500kg tuck away tailgate loader.

Just $118,900!

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2023 Isuzu FYJ300-350 8x4 9.2m Tilt Tray

New automatic cab chassis with tilt tray slide. Available in civil or mine spec. Also available on a range of other cab chassis. Available in 2 sizes, TT8700 (8.7m) tray or TT9200 (9.2m) tray.

Just $323,420!

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Fuso Fighter

1989 Freightler 45FT Semi Trailer

6”, roadtrain lead, 9ft 1” spread spring susp, sandblasted, painted, LED Llghts, good steel floor, good condition, roadtrain lead, full set of gates, Qld RWC.

Just $38,500!

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1988 Haulmark 44FT Dropdeck

Roadtrain Lead

6” roadrain lead dropdeck, 1150mm deck height, 385/65R22.5, spring, ringfeder fitted, steel floor, toolbox, water tan.

Just $44,000!

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1999 Nissan UD Large Van Motorhome

4x2

Travelled 682000 klms , ex country school bus , rear 6 cylinder turbo intercooled engine , 6 speed synchromesh gearbox with air assist clutch, 2.4M width x 9.5M length.

Just $23,990!

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2016

ISF 2.5 car license steel tray top.

Cummins 2.8L diesel, 5 speed manual transmission, 3700mm L x 1900mm W, drop sides, narrow cab, 2 x underbody toolboxes.

Just $24,900!

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Foton 45.110

1999 Freighter 22 Pallet Curtainsider

Tri axle (Hendrickson), airbag suspension (Hendrickson), spider hubs, J loader steel floor, 295/80R22.5 tyres & wheels, LED lights, toolbox x2, bolt in king pin.

Just $38,990!

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2023 STG Global HDV16000

16,000L NDD vacuum tri axle. Inhouse financing availability. Trucks can be fully customised to suit your requirements. Price before GST.

Just $349,000!

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Hino 300 Series - 616 Trade Ace

Kitted out with a 4.5m Alloy Tray & Custom Built Tool boxes with lockable twin doors on each box, adjustable shelving on all boxes.

Just $59,990!

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Mercedes-Benz Actross

V6 430hp, 440hp, om501LA.

Just $14,900!

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Mercedes-Benz Actross Cabs

Dismantling sleeper cabs, day cabs. Atego and Axor cabs Avail also. Priced from $10,000.

Just $12,000!

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Volvo Engine D12A

Volvo D12A 420 motors and gear boxes. For all enquiries, call us.

Just $12,000!

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Scania 124

380DSE 1201 motors and GRS 900 gearboxes. Priced from $9,900. For all enquiries call us.

Just $9,900!

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Mercedes-Benz Actros

Dismantling. G210,G211,G240. Priced from $11,000. For all enquiries, call us.

Just $11,000!

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2021 FWR 3 Car Transporter

FWR manufactured 3 car carrier (tray, trailer & towbar only). Australian made. Tray 6250 x 2490 half moon or to suit customer specifications.

Just $76,890!

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Custom Dolly

Fabricated dolly trailer.Bogie axle (KHitch), 10 stud rims, -295/80R22.5 wheels and tyres.

Just $6,990!

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2023 FWR 3 Axle Dog Trailer

8m deck. 1m beaver tail. 1800mm drawbar. Air bag suspension with raise lower control valve. 5mm checker plate floor. 150 PFC coaming rails.

Just $88,400!

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2022 Ultimate Trailers ST32 4

Semi trailer. Tri axle body. 5mm carbon steel tank. One piece chassis with heavy duty 4” tank supports. 6 x internal ba les with horizontal & vertical ba ling system.

Just $89,900!

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Bullet vacuum loader. 25,000 litre. Tri-axle semi trailer. Custom designed, Australian made certified Vacuum tankers.

Just $88,000!

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Power pack with battery system for operation of hydraulics without the truck (Century batteries Australian made). Lockable battery box.

Just $39,490!

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We have vacuum tankers, ranging in sizes from 10,000ltr to 26,000ltr. Full rear opening door, chassis tippers.

Just $19,900!

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2020 Ultimate Trailers L3

NEW. BULLET logging trailers. B double sets Avail. Can build to order Aussie made. 40ft tri axle, & 38ft. Heavy duty chassis rails, flange thickness. Ext durable. 10 stud K-Hitch axles.

Just $49,000!

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2019 Bullet LVL 1

2020 Ultimate Trailers VT 4

2022 FWR Elite Single Axle Tag Trailer

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2023 Ultimate Trailers UTA Elite Spray Tanker

Custom fit o . We can adapt spray system to suit your requirements. Standard tanker starting from $89,900 +GST. Elite fully optioned model from $129,000 +GST. 32000L.

Just $89,900!

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2020 Ultimate Trailers ST13 2

UTA 13,000ltr spray tank all set up with sprays & pumping system. Fitted with 5 x fan sprays with kenflo water pump coupled to hydraulic motor.

Just $33,000!

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2023 Bullet Drop Deck Widener

New. Widens form 2.5- 4.0 m, tri-axle45 ATM, tare 10.6, bottom deck length 9500m, bottom deck height 990mm, heavy duty 4mm Bisalloy floor option.

Just $109,000!

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2023 FWR Elite Tri Axle Tag Trailer

8m deck, 1m beaver tail, 9 leaf spring suspension. Hydraulic checker plate ramps 900mm x 2800mm (can be made to suit customers specs).

Just $74,690!

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2020 FWR 2 AXLE Dog Trailer

Full Air Bag Suspension, Fully Sandblasted, 2pak High Build Epoxy Primer

Just $71,390!

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2006 Barker Semi 53 Skel

Bogie skel semi trailer with pins. Bogie axle (BPW), airbag suspension (BPW), 10 stud rims, 245/70r19.5 wheels and tyres, LED lights. Toolbox, Holland landing legs.

Just $26,990!

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2014 Hino FM

For hire. Hino FM Water Truck 6x4, fitted with ROPS and approx. 15000ltr water tank with 3 x Batter sprays and dribble bar, top rails, ladder, hose reel.

Call for pricing!

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2005 Hino GH 1J

Bin lifter ready for work. 235,000kms.

Just $66,000!

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2001 International 2350G

6X4 cab chassis, 275HP Cummins, Allison auto.

Just $31,900!

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2021 FWR Tri Axle Drop Deck

3.5m Widener. 4 metre top deck, 10 metre bottom deck (can customize to any length). Free freight to Sydney & Melbourne.

Just $186,890!

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2021 FWR Elite Tri Axle Tag Trailer

8m deck, 1m beaver tail, air bag suspension, raise lower control valve. Hydraulic widening to 3.3m.

Just $101,090!

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2023 FWR 2 Axle Dog Trailer

6.5m deck. 1m beaver tail. 1800mm drawbar. Air bag suspension with raise lower control valve. 5mm checker plate floor. 150 PFC coaming rails. 75x75x4mm SHS cross members.

Just $78,400!

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2023 FWR 4 Axle Dog Trailer, FD4

Standard Inclusions: 8m deck. 1m beaver tail. 1800mm drawbar. Spring suspension. 5mm checker plate floor. 150 PFC coaming rails. 75x75x5mm SHS cross members.

Just $102,000!

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FWR Beavertail Tray

Tray only. With hydraulic ramps. RHS head board with 3mm checker plate.

Just $40,590!

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2022 Plantman P1500 Lube Trailer

Heavy duty chassis mounted service trailer module. Dual gull winged doors. Heavy duty jockey wheel, electric brake kit.

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2023 Bullet Drop Deck Premium

45ft semi trailer, 9.2 ton Ttre weight, tri-axle, 45 ATM, 990mm lower deck height, VDL WEWELER air bag suspensio, high ground clearance, o road rated, extra heavy duty.

Just $99,000!

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2022 Bullet Heavy Duty Drop Deck

Bullet Road King machinery drop deck. Series III 45ft. tri-axle. 45 ATM. 990mm lower deck height. Bullet air bag suspension.

Just $99,000!

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2010

Custom Semi

House removal extendable float trailer. Tri axle, 10 stud wheels, steel chequerplate floor, 235/75 17.5 wheels and tyres.

Just $239,990!

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2022 FWR Tri Axle Drop Deck

4 metre top deck, 10 metre bottom deck (can customize to any length). 3 rows of 4, widening to 4m (3.5m option Avail).

Just $202,400!

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2000

E er 95 S11

9 tonne truck crane. Good condition. 3240Kg @ 2.48m, 2310Kg @ 3.6m, 1530Kg @ 5.28m, 1130Kg @ 7.03m, 900Kg @ 8.83m.

Just $9,900!

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2003 Barker Semi 53 Bogie Skel

Bogie axle (BPW), airbag suspension. 8 stud rims, 245/70r19.5 wheels and tyres. LED lights, toolbox. Bolt in king pin. Holland landing legs.

Just $26,990!

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2023 Hino 300 Series

Series 717 3430 MT wide - tipper

GVM: 6,500 kg (optional 4,495 kg)

GCM: 7,300 kg BODY SPECS - fitted with a genuine tipper - 3600mm L x 2000mm W x 430mm H (Internal).

Just $74,990!

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2023 Bullet Drop Deck Widener

New. Widens form 2.5- 4.0 m, tri-axle45 ATM, tare 10.6, bottom deck length 9500m, bottom deck height 990mm, heavy duty 4mm Bisalloy floor option.

Just $109,000!

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2009 Iveco ACCO 8,000L Water Truck

Approx. 101,000km with a brand new 8,000L water tank. Automatic water cart - Strongest tank on the market! NO MORE RUST. Also available in 15000Lt, 13000Lt.

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2008 Hino GH

270hp, 9spd synchro, airbag suspension, 9.80 mtr steel tray, bolsters to suit 12mtr lengths of steel, air conditioned, tare 7.66t, 17,000kg GVM, alloy bullbar, good condition.

Just $55,000!

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2006 Hino FD Ranger PRO

6

10 pallet Tautliner, new curtains, side gates, 6.27 L X 2.39 W X 2.26 side load height approx., 6 cycl turbo, 6 sp manual, alloy bullbar.

Just $34,950!

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1987 J Smith & Sons Dog Tipper

Bogie axle (BPW), spring suspension, spider hub rims, 11r22.5 wheels & tyres, ringfeder hitch, one way tailgate, LED lights.

Just $10,990!

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2010 Isuzu FRT850 4x2

Carries 12 pallets, automatic transmission, travelled 662283K, one owner with log books and full service history, pan is 7.6m x 2.5m x 2.5m = 47 cubic metres.

Just $69,990!

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2005 Marshall Lethlean

Semi bulk tanker. Tri axle (Hendrickson), airbag suspension (Hendrickson). 10 stud Alcoa rims, -11R22.5 wheels & tyres. bolt in king pin.

Just $68,990!

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2005 Mercedec-Benz Denning Vario

4x2

33 passenger seat bus, one owner private school, log books, travelled only 161000K from new and is in immaculate condition. Features 4 cylinder turbo diesel motor.

Just $59,990!

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2023 FreightTrans Tag Trailer

New triaxle tag machinery trailer with K Hitch axles on spring suspension, approx 16.5 to 17 tonne pay load, 20 foot container pins, many tie down points, electric over hydraulic ramps.

Just $68,000!

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2015 Isuzu Series

FRR 500 automatic cab chassis, 205HP turbo diesel, 6 speed AMT automatic transmission, will up to 10 pallet body of your choice, 6500mm L x 2500mm

W.

Just $59,900!

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2023 Isuzu FYJ300-350

New 8.7m tilt tray truck. Available in civil or mine spec. Also available on a range of other cab chassis. In-house finance available. Compatible in 6x4 or 8x4.

Just $298,006!

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2006 Mitsubushi FK

Van 240 hp 6 speed 5 meter van & 500 KG tailgate lifter.

Just $32,450!

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1983 Custom Lusty Vacuum Suction Tanker

Tri axle, spring suspension, Spider Hub rims. 11R22.5 wheels & tyres. Bolt in king pin, bearer box, DataTrac. Delta hydraulic hoist. Cummins diesel engine.

Just $39,990!

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2023 Hino DM9000

New ADR 80/30 6x4 auto diesel fuel truck. Trucks can be fully customised to suit your requirements. In-house finance available.

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2011 Vawdrey Drop Deck Road Train

Lead

Tri axle, airbag suspension, 10 stud hubs, chequer plate floor, 148/145L tyres & wheels, LED lights, twin position king pin, jost landing legs, spare tyre carrier.

Just $799!

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2005 Kenworth K104

Cummins Gen II (2010 model), AG460 airbag, 4.11 ratio, 90t R/train, alloys, bullbar.

Just $55,000!

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2016 Fuso Canter

Car license Pantech, 150HP turbo diesel, 6 speed automatic transmission, fitted with a 20 cubicmeter Pantech - 4200mm L x 2200mm W x 2150mm H (internal).

Just $57,900!

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2013 Kenworth T909

Cummins crate engine fitted by Cummins 170km ago, receipts available, 132t rated AG460 Haire on air 8 bag upgrade, rear cross locks, side tipper hydraulics.

Just $220,000!

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2005 Kenworth K104

CAT C15 (445km on rebuild), 90t roadtrain, AG 460 8 bag airbag suspension, cross locks, new drive tyres, full service history available.

Just $82,500!

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2010

Hino FT 4x4

Manual traytop , travelled 290690km from new, ex Western Power with log books , 220 HP turbo intercooled 6 cylinder diesel engine.

Just $79,990!

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2018 Hino 300 Series

300-616 automatic car license cab chassis, 160 HP turbo diesel, 6 speed automatic transmission, will take a 6 pallet body of your choice - 4500mm L x 2500mm W.

Just $54,900!

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2015 Isuzu F Series

FSD 850 premium, 12 pallet curtainsider, 255HP turbo diesel, 6 speeed AMT automatic transmission, will take a 12 pallet body of your choice.

Just $79,900!

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1989 Freightler 45FT Semi Trailer

6”, roadtrain lead, 9ft 1” spread spring susp, sandblasted, painted, LED Llghts, good steel floor, good condition, roadtrain lead, full set of gates, Qld RWC.

Just $38,500!

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2006 Hino FD Ranger PRO 6

10 pallet Tautliner, new curtains, side gates, 6.27 L X 2.39 W X 2.26 side load height approx., 6 cycl turbo, 6 sp manual, alloy bullbar.

Just $34,950!

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2010 Mitsubishi Canter 4x4

Travelled very low kilometres, has hi and Llow range four wheel drive capabilities with free wheeling hubs , seats 17 on Holdsworthy cloth seats with seatbelts.

Just $64,990!

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2016 Foton 45.110

ISF 2.5 car license steel tray top. Cummins 2.8L diesel, 5 speed manual transmission, 3700mm L x 1900mm W, drop sides, narrow cab, 2 x underbody toolboxes.

Just $24,900!

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Nanometre perfect

Melbourne-based CNC grinding machines developer ANCA has developed a new nanometre control system which it says is setting new standards in precision machining.

Installed on its new M7 Ultra machine, ANCA says the system will help manufacturers produce a premium range of cutting tools with “the utmost precision”.

“This cutting-edge technology enables silky smooth movement of all linear and rotary axes, resulting in exceptional surface finishes on cutting tools,” it says.

ANCA’s nanometre control system utilises a state-of-the-art servo control algorithm, allowing for the smooth axis movement that is vital for achieving high quality surface finishes on cutting tools.

Combined with its nanometre-level measurement capabilities, the algorithm ensures ultra-fast response to internal and external disturbances, such as linear rails, bearings or friction.

ANCA says that one of the system’s best features is its ability to reduce reversal errors to the nanometre scale when an axis changes direction during grinding.

Eliminating the reversal marks that could degrade the quality of the tool helps also reduce the need for secondary operations such as finishing or sparkout, resulting in improved cycle times and increased productivity when high-quality cutting tools are being produced.

“By leveraging ANCA’s expertise and deep industry knowledge, the Ultra range of machines equipped with this revolutionary control system opens up new possibilities for the grinding industry,” ANCA says.

“This holistic approach ensures optimal design and functionality, resulting in an unrivalled level of accuracy, performance, and tool life.”

Global winners

Jungheinrich took out two prizes at the 2023 IFOY awards, winning alongside Agilox, Crown, DS Automotion and Still

Jungheinrich won the Special Prize and the prize for intralogistics robots at the International Intralogistics and Forklift Truck of the Year (IFOY) awards, handed out in Germany last month.

The Hamburg-based manufacturer’s AddedView fork camera sits in the forks of a forklift, reading barcodes directly at a storage location and checking them with the warehouse management system(WMS), helping to cut storage and retrieval errors and making receipting much easier.

Jungheinrich’s PowerCube is an automated compact container warehouse designed for the storage and order picking of small parts as well as unit loads – accommodating totes that can be stacked in vertical channels up to 12m high – but are easily adapted to different structures.

Jungheinrich chief sales officer Christian Erlach says the victories underline Jungheinrich’s strength in developing new intralogistics solutions.

“With the Jungheinrich PowerCube and the addedVIEW fork camera, we offer our customers innovative solutions that increase their competitiveness and significantly improve efficiency in the warehouse,” he says.

Among the other winners were Crown, with its SP1500 Series highlevel order picker winning the Warehouse Truck ‘highlifter” award.

Features include all-round visibility with travel speeds of up to 12 km/h, a reach height of up to 11.2 metres and capacities of up to 1.25 tonnes.

Crown uses its OnTrac anti-slip

Winners of the IFOY Awards 2023

traction control system to cut slippage or wheelspin during acceleration.

The “Lowlifter” category was won by the latest addition to Still’s electric pallet truck range, the EXH 16.

The EXH 16 comes with a load capacity of 1.6 tonnes and an integrated lithium-ion battery which enables front dimensions to be up to 80mm shorter - while providing a much smaller turning radius and width.

Austrian company Agilox won the automated guided vehicle category for intelligent logistics robot the Agilox ODM: Omnidirectional Dolly Mover.

The vehicle is designed to travel autonomously and navigate freely on production floors or in warehouses without the need for a central control system. Its ability to orient to the existing contours with “millimetre precision”, is said to eliminate “timeconsuming and costly modifications” to the existing infrastructure.

DS Automotion’s Arcos product was named the winner of the “Intralogistics Software” category, with the product allowing its vehicles to act as automated guided vehicles and autonomous mobile robots through combining with the web-based interface NAVIOS fleet manager.

And Hunic won the “Start-up of the Year” category for its SoftExo Lift exoskeleton – a wearable device designed to provide relief from high and long-lasting stress caused by continuous lifting of heavy objects.

New control system all but guarantees a smooth finish

ANCA says its new nanometre control system will open up new opportunities for the grinding industry.

All-rounder

Efficiency and dependability are mainstays of Kaeser’s Mobilair range of portable air compressors – and its diesel-powered units are ideal for working across industry

Manufactured at the Kaeser headquarters in Coburg, Germany, the Mobilair portable air compressor range comprises a variety of sizes and power sources – with petrol, diesel and electric motors available.

With flow rates from 0.85 to 45.8 cubic metres per minute, and pressures of 7 to 15 bar, there is a compressor to suit all applications. Located in the middle of the Mobilair range are the 8.6bar M 122 and 8.6 or 10bar M 123 units, currently available for immediate delivery within Australia.

Respectively, the units have maximum flow rates of 11.1 and 11.4 cubic metres per minute, with 83kw and 88kw Deutz engines and operating weights of 1865kg and 1945kg.

The M 122 features mechanical engine management and a traditional control panel, while the M 123 boasts an electronic engine management system and Kaeser’s Sigma Control Smart compressor controller as standard – it is available as an option for the M 122.

The Sigma Control Smart compressor controller has an operating mode display, intuitive user interface and system diagnostics to ensure optimised compressed

air availability, fuel efficiency and efficient exhaust air management.

The economical, diesel-powered air compressors come with a braked trailer and a height-adjustable chassis, making them convenient to move onto and around worksites, while their large enclosure doors make components easily accessible for service.

Both units have 170l diesel tanks – sufficient for an entire shift without the need to refuel, though an automatic shutdown feature is activated when the fuel levels become too low or in case of a fault.

The ability to switch over manually from idle to full load operation ensures a reliable, gentle start when operating the machine in cold conditions. Standard units are rated for ambient temperatures between -10 and +50° C.

An aftercooler and a centrifugal separator ensure cool, condensatefree compressed air, while Mobilair’s anti-friction bearings and Sigma Profile rotary screw airend are designed to help the compressor save energy.

The more efficient airend is available across the Mobilair range, with some of the smaller models available with either rotational

moulded polyethylene or metal enclosures.

Optional features such as a closed floor pan allow the compressors to be used in environmentally sensitive zones, while a spark arrestor and engine shut-off valve means they are suitable for use in refineries and other places where a compressor might take in combustible gases.

Certain Kaeser compressors are available with 6.5 kVA generators to provide auxiliary power without needing an additional machine on site.

Powered by electrical power connections, Kaeser’s electric drive makes those Mobilair compressors ideal for use in low emission and noise protection zones such as tunnels, excavation pits and city-centre sites, as well as indoor operations.

In recent years, many industries have suffered supply issues and prolonged freight delays, a circumstance which has almost become a ‘new normal.’

However, in a change of events, there are M122 and M123 units now available from Kaeser’s Melbourne base.

To find out more, contact Kaeser at au.kaeser.com or call 1800 640 611

Kaeser’s Mobilair compressor range has an option for almost every industry

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