Don't target drivers with GPS trackers: TWU
TWU weighs into debate on proposal for mandatory truck trackers, saying clients must be accountable for delivery times
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RTA backs down over FIRS stamp duty
The NSW RTA wrongly tried to apply stamp duty to FIRS. It backed down after a truckie complained
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ALTA continues pressure over fatigue laws
Trucking group sets deadlines it wants met for fatigue management reforms
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$280k PBS trial pays off for Queensland
Queensland Government approves PBS route from Toowoomba to Port of Brisbane after $280,000 trial
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Most states will back road pricing reform: Q-Free
Tolling company says most jurisdictions will support mass-distance-location charging, but two states might hold out
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NTC outlines new charging schemes for trucking
The NTC will investigate five possible new charging schemes for the trucking industry, including mass-distance-location pricing
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ALTA unhappy over stalled fatigue review
Trucking group puts pressure on the NTC to deliver the long-awaited fatigue management review
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Dodgy trucking companies should be monitored: ATA
Electronic monitoring should be mandatory for trucking operators that persistently break road rules, ATA says
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Trucking needs incentive to install GPS systems
Governments told they must offer incentives if they want trucking companies to install GPS monitoring systems
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Zurich wants incentives for telematics users
Insurance firm proposes financial incentives to encourage transporters to install in-vehicle tracking technology
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NTC backs WA on national regs
National Transport Commission supports Western Australia's stance on national regulations, saying "one size does not fit all"
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NTC asks: should demerit points be reviewed?
Demerit points for fatigue management offences may be reviewed as part of moves to establish national transport regulations
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Road enforcement not enough; regulators want mass monitoring
Road regulators are pushing for compulsory on-board mass monitoring, claiming roadside enforcement is not enough
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Local conditions must continue under PBS, Tasmania says
PBS should be reformed but governments must retain the power to impose added conditions, Tasmania says
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Queensland counts cost of PBS
Queensland spends $280,000 and 10 months assessing a 154km route for PBS suitability
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RTA blasts NTC over PBS proposal
RTA criticises draft proposal to reform PBS scheme, instead advocating its own reform model
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Northern Territory supports NTC's PBS reforms
Northern Territory supports PBS reform, but is concerned the scheme will not gain support in regional Australia
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Albanese introduces bill to amend FIRS charges
Rudd Government introduces amendment to FIRS charges to increase registration by 4.2 instead of 9.7 percent
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States under fire over fatigue counting rules
Operator faces hefty fines over inconsistent fatigue laws. The driver complied with NSW and Queensland laws, but not Victorian regulations
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Rego and fuel charges to rise
Governments agree to raise registration and fuel charges by 4.2 percent from as early as July 1
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