Transport Workers Union says trucking is Australia's deadliest industry

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March 5 2022 - 5:30am
A burnt-out truck on the Federal Highway. Picture: Peter Brewer
A burnt-out truck on the Federal Highway. Picture: Peter Brewer

The Transport Workers Union has been sharply critical of the decision to recognise New Zealand truck licences in Australia and to extend exemptions to drive for those who have expired medicals, urging that action be taken on the recommendations of a landmark Senate report tabled six months ago.

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Peter Brewer

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