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Volume 36, Issue 37 14 October 2016 Total Pages: 10 Articles inside this issue of the Transporter News Brief: 1. From the CEO’s Desk 2. QTA Presidents Dinner Address 3. QTA Platinum Partners Recognised at Annual Dinner 4. QTA Award Winners Profiled 5. Scottish Pacific and Transurban Announced as New Platinum Partners 6. PPQ and MOVE People Driven Banking Announced as New Silver

Partners 7. QTA Ltd Staff Contact Details | QTA Ltd Board of Directors

From the CEO’s Desk

On the 8th October we had our 26th Annual Industry Awards with a tremendous night enjoyed by everybody. It is a night for our industry to see such high calibre people winning our Awards. It is a time to be grateful as an industry for our people and be confident the future is in great hands. Among the 350 guests were quite a number of our political leaders who enjoyed the evening with our industry along with our members, suppliers, industry stakeholders and corporate sponsorship partners.

Six Awards were presented during the evening:

1. Professional Driver of the Year – Russell McCulloch, Followmont Transport 2. Industry Safety Award – Daryl Dickenson Transport 3. Industry Excellence Award – Followmont Transport 4. People Leadership Awards – Taylor’s Removals and Storage 5. Young Achiever – Zoe Bull, Cummins South Pacific 6. Trucking Woman of the Year – Merry Manton, NTI Roadteam.

More details about the Award Winners on pages 4-7.

Safe travels

Gary Mahon, CEO, Queensland Trucking Association | Office: 07 3394 4388 | M: 0418 736 802 | E: gary@qta.com.au

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L-R Zoe Bull (Young Achiever), Merry Manton (Trucking Woman), Daryl Dickenson Transport (Industry Safety), Renee Dumble Followmont Transport (Industry Excellence), Louise Nazzari-Followmont Transport (High Commendation-Young Achiever), Russell McCulloch-Followmont Transport (Professional Driver), Melissa Taylor-Taylors Removals (People Leadership)

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QTA President Ben Almond’s Dinner Address

Strong industry support was shown for the Awards Night with over 70 trucking companies and industry suppliers represented, along with Mr Linus Power MP for Logan representing Minister for Main Roads, Road Safety and Ports and Member for Yeerongpilly, Hon. Mark Bailey MP. Mr Matt McEachan MP, Shadow Assistant Minister to the Leader of the Opposition and Member for Redlands representing Shadow Minister for Transport and Main Roads, Mr Andrew Powell MP also attended the evening. We also welcomed Senator The Honourable Matthew Canavan, The Nationals and Minister for Resources and Northern Australia and Senator Murray Watt, Labor Senator for Queensland. Mr Almond also acknowledged the many members of the Senior Executive in attendance on the night from the Department of Transport & Main Roads, the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator, and Workplace Health and Safety Queensland. On behalf of the QTA Board of Directors, Mr Almond publicly acknowledged the significant support of our Platinum and Silver Partners. Mr Almond urged all our members and operators within our industry to seek out the services of these companies and support them just as they support us.

Mr Almond shared the Associations views for the need for wider adoption and utilisation of High Productivity Vehicles. When the Transport and Logistics sector contributes nearly 9 percent of GDP it is fundamental that productivity be embraced and strongly encouraged by Government. To do that we need clear and consistent decision making delivered in a timely and cost effective way. We as an industry must remain vigilant and agile to survive in a competitive market. We need a decision making regime from Government that reflects similar agility to keep pace with the demands of global competition.

New generation combinations are our future along with the freight networks necessary to ensure we are growing the most productive supply chain possible, in a relatively lightly populated but highly decentralised state it is imperative.

Mr Almond also made mention of the importance of our Employment Law Service, in particular workplace relations and workplace health and safety as key activities of the QTA, and through our entity the Australian Road Transport Industrial Organisation (ARTIO), the QTA continues to take a lead role at a national level in developing responses to a range of applications before the Fair Work Commission.

The QTA is continuing its long history of involvement in representing the industry’s views to the Department of Education and Training on skill needs and skill development.

and most

PLATINUM PARTNERS

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The QTA is continuing to deliver Qld Government contract for a VET Industry Engagement Program for the Transport and Logistics industry. A very successful initiative delivering great results for our industry and is appreciated by all the participants and we are very pleased to have had a continuing partnership with the Department of Education and Training.

Mr Almond thanked his fellow Directors for their support. “I am immensely proud to lead the Queensland Trucking Association as President and Chairman of the Board. I wish to acknowledge the very considerable support I receive and the contribution made by my Vice-President, Julie Russell. We have a shared focus on delivering on our Strategic Plan. Our Treasurer, Mark Webb has been instrumental over a number of years in developing a sound financial base.” said Mr Almond.

The Association will continue to consult with and consider the needs of all operators across Queensland, delivering the freight task in its many forms, as we represent our industry to Government.

Mr Almond offered sincere Congratulations to all who have been judged to be examples of excellence in our industry by the awarding of special recognition in their particular award category.

Finally Mr Almond thanked the QTA’s small but dedicated staff for their contribution to the activities and services offered to our membership, under the guidance of Gary Mahon, QTA CEO.

QTA Recognises Support of Platinum Partners at Annual Dinner & Awards Night

QTA Platinum Partners were recognised for their support of the Association since the inception of the Platinum Partner program in 2000. Each Platinum Partner was presented with a custom Personalised Number Plate.

L-R Wes Ballantine-Transurban, Paul Tonges-Scottish Pacific, Craig Carmody-NTI, Mark Sutcliffe-Trailer Sales, Graham Parsons-TWUSUPER, Sean Hill-Cummins South Pacific, Bruce

Snell-VCV Brisbane, Aaron McCullum-Strategix Training Group, Simon Cook-BP Australia, Gary Mahon-QTA CEO

SILVER PARTNERS

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Two new Platinum Partners were also announced on the night. Transurban and Scottish Pacific joined the suite of sponsors in the Platinum Partner Program in September.

The strength of the Platinum Partner program is evident with the continued support of the five foundation partners Cummins South Pacific, NTI, Trailer Sales, TWUSUPER and Volvo. Strategix Training Group joined the Program in 2009, and BP in 2010. QTA CEO Gary Mahon made the presentation to the sponsors and said “Their interest, involvement and financial contribution is well appreciated and is an investment of their confidence in the critical role played by our Association in representing our members and the trucking industry to a broad range of stakeholders, in particular the Queensland Government.”

Two new Silver Partners were also introduced into the Program on the night.

QTA Profiles 2016 Industry Awards Winners

2016 Professional Driver of the Year Presented by

RUSSELL MCCULLOCH – FOLLOWMONT TRANSPORT

Russell has been involved in the industry for over 20 years, transporting a wide range of freight from livestock, dairy products to containers. He gave driving away for 3 years but chose to come back into the industry as he just couldn’t stay away. Russell plays a key role in ensuring that freight is delivered on time in to customers in and around the metropolitan area. The increasing freight task places more demands on these drivers, however a strong commitment to customer service see this driver perform his role efficiently and professionally, in line with the Followmont’s KPI’s.

Finalist: Daryl Josey, Followmont Transport

2016 Industry Excellence Award Presented by

Followmont Transport Pty Ltd was established in 1983 by Alan Salpietro & Bernie Tobin, starting out in a small office in Stones Corner. Initially founded as a company specializing in the delivery of Magazines, Newspapers and printed materials in Queensland, the business soon

diversified into General Freight. Today Followmont employs over 650 staff and runs a fleet of more than 600 vehicles throughout Queensland. Followmont is now the largest independently owned Transport Company in Queensland. Followmont’s unique network across regional Queensland has benefited the industry by providing

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that much needed service to regional communities. Followmont will always go the extra mile for Regional Queensland regardless of the obstacles or cost to the business. Supporting charities and contributing to the community, particularly in a road transport capacity, is a big part of what this family business is all about. Followmont also demonstrates high integrity in terms of developing their people, with workforce development programs and paving career pathways for all employees. Passionate about family, community, safety and its people, Followmont is certainly a leader in the industry.

2016 Industry Safety Award Presented by:

This business is a self-appointed safety ambassador for workplace health, safety and wellness. Through their actions and commitment, they demonstrate how leadership can positively influence not only their own workplace and its supply chain but improve the health and safety of the industry. Daryl Dickenson Transport has a long history of positive involvement around improving workplace health and safety. Tracy and Daryl embrace work place health and safety improvement programs and demonstrate strong leadership and advocacy in the trucking industry. They are always willing to volunteer their time to participate in programs to create a safer industry.

Some of the programs and initiatives Daryl Dickenson Transport have participated in are:

Injury Prevention and Management Program Transport Safety Network Meetings Case Study on Load Restraint Pilot program for accessing Psychological Risk factors in the workplace Production of safety films as part of Qld Governments ‘Safer more productive Qld’ strategy WHSQ Safer Truck Design project Webinar on ‘Safe Handling when securing loads’ 2016 Supply Chain Symposium

Tracie’s reputation as a safety advocate was recognised with her appointed to the WHSQ Transport Industry Sector Standing Committee in 2015 which provides advice and recommendations to the WHSQ Board.

Daryl Dickenson Transport has not only demonstrated, but also sustained their leadership and advocacy around Workplace Health and Safety within the transport industry.

Finalists:

Buccini Transport and Followmont Transport

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2016 Young Achiever Award Presented by:

ZOE BULL – CUMMINS SOUTH PACIFIC

A career change at a young age saw this person embark on a new direction that

has seen them excel and become a rising star within the business. This young

achiever is a testament to the importance of possessing strong employability skills

and a solid work ethic. Setting new benchmarks for others to follow, this young

person’s skills are in high demand in the workplace. Zoe came to Cummins after

4 years in the Navy as a marine technician. Very early in her apprenticeship she

was earned respect for her work ethic and skill level. Now a 4th year apprentice,

Zoe has featured a Cummins Apprenticeship video and is currently the ‘face’ of

Cummins website. Zoe exceeds the requirements of her role and is always looking

for ways to improve. Known to “walk with purpose” Zoe is an exemplary

apprentice at Cummins.

Young Achiever - High Commendation

LOUISE NAZZARI – FOLLOWMONT TRANSPORT

After successfully completing Year 12 and the GenR8 program in 2014, Louise was offered full time employment

with Followmont. Louise is a vibrant young person, hardworking and leads by example. She has handled with

transition from school to work seamlessly and is committed and eager to learn all she can about this industry.

Louise started in customer service and is now in a Pallet Control position responsible for the entire North

Queensland region. She exhibits experience beyond her young 18 years and is an

asset to the Followmont business.

Louise represents

success of the DET School to Work Transition Program GenR8

youth employment in the regional Queensland and

the diversity of the industry’s future workforce.

Finalist: Alice Mabin, Alice Mabin Photography, The Driver

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2016 People Leadership Award Presented by:

Taylor Removals and Storage offers extensive training and professional development for all staff in a bid to ensure continuous improvement in systems, processes and importantly people that service our valuable clients. From youth engagement programs to attraction and retention programs, Taylors seeks out workforce development programs that improve

the skills and capabilities of staff and raise the professionalism of the industry.

A key achievement of the past 4 years has been increasing the female participation from 10% to 24%. In 2016, Taylors are pleased to report the employment of their first ever female removalist which is yet another great milestone for the business. Taylor’s are motivated and to promote the industry and the tremendous career opportunities available in the transport industry for all genders. Celebrating their 98th year in business this year, Taylor’s legacy continues under the leadership of Melissa Taylor.

2016 Trucking Woman of the Year Presented by:

MERRY MANTON – NTI ROADTEAM

Merry is well known to many in the industry for having contributed over 30 years to the industry, her reputation and commitment to the industry is long standing. She is a passionate advocate for the industry and makes no bones about it! Merry was the first female appointed to the QTA Board in 1998 and served for eight years. In 2002 she was awarded the QTA Industry Excellence Award and in 2003 the ATA Trucking Woman of the Year.

During her years in transport, Merry has been involved with

- Managing a small transport fleet through to compliance roles in large fleets.

- fatigue management pilot programs, load restraint improvements - rest area improvement programs - fierce commitment to improve the image of the industry - advocate for industry safety programs

She is known for her strong multi-tasking skills - managing her career, raising two daughters (Emma and Holly) and even keeping her husband (Bill) in line (no mean feat!).

Merry is now a proud authorised representative of NTI. Her extensive transport career and expert operational knowledge and her pragmatic, no nonsense approach with insurance, safety and compliance make her a great fit for this role. Merry’s enthusiasm and integrity, coupled by her endearing personality identifies her as an outstanding woman in the busy world of trucking.

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New QTA Platinum Partner – SCOTTISH PACIFIC

Scottish Pacific Group (ASX:SCO) is listed on the ASX and comprises Scottish Pacific Business Finance, Factor ONE Invoice Finance and Tradeline. Established in 1988, Scottish Pacific Business Finance is Australia and New Zealand’s largest specialist provider of working capital solutions with a comprehensive range of debtor finance and trade finance facilities. Supporting more than 1600 clients across Australia, New Zealand and the UK, at Scottish Pacific, we believe we have built our success on the strength of the relationships we develop with our clients. To help us achieve this we operate with one of the highest ratios of Account Managers to clients in the business finance industry. This enables us to understand our clients’ requirements better than our competitors, which means that we are well placed to offer solutions tailored specifically to clients' requirements. Scottish Pacific is committed to supporting SMEs across Australia and New Zealand. We strive to provide the most comprehensive range of working capital solutions to meet all manner of business needs. Our solutions are tailored towards improving cash flow to generate the funds that small and medium sized businesses need to realise their goals.

Our debtor finance facilities have been helping businesses to leverage their outstanding sales invoices to fund growth and overcome short term cash shortages for over 25 years. Our trade finance facilities support small and medium sized businesses looking to take advantage of international markets, be it importing goods from overseas suppliers or exporting products and services to customers in approved countries. Scottish Pacific employs over 250 staff based in 8 locations around Australia, New Zealand, China and the UK. The Executive Team has more than 100 years of combined experience in business finance and most have run their own business at some stage during their careers. Our staff have a wealth of international experience, with many of our managers having held senior positions in major banking institutions around the world prior to joining Scottish Pacific. At Scottish Pacific we believe we have built our success on the strength of the relationships we develop with our clients. To help us achieve this we operate with one of the highest ratios of Account Managers to clients in the business finance industry. This enables us to understand our clients’ requirements better than our competitors, which means that we are well placed to offer solutions tailored specifically to clients' requirements.

Contact Scottish Pacific:

PH: 1300 332 867

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New QTA Platinum Partner - TRANSURBAN

We manage and develop urban toll road networks in Australia and the United States of America. We are a Top 20 company on the Australian Securities Exchange (ASX) and have been in business since 1996. At the heart of our business strategy is the desire to be a partner of choice for our government clients and an organisation that meets the needs of our customers. To do this, we aim to provide effective transportation solutions to support the growth and wellbeing of our cities. We do this through the ongoing management of our existing road networks, our active involvement in the transport policy debate, and by applying our unique skills to the infrastructure challenges in our markets. We have 13 roads in our Australian portfolio. In the US, we have two roads in the state of Virginia, both in the Washington DC area. Our vision and values - Diverse communities are what make our cities great places to live, work and visit. By providing smarter, faster and safer ways for people to travel in and around these cities we're helping communities, people and businesses thrive. We value integrity, collaboration, accountability, ingenuity and respect in everything we do. It’s what our clients and communities expect of us and what we expect of ourselves. These values support us in the pursuit of our vision: To strengthen communities through transport. Social Investment - Our vision of strengthening communities through transport recognises the major role we play in local communities in our regions. We work side by side with our clients and project-corridor neighbours through all stages of our operations and invest in communities through partnerships, sponsorships, and grants programs. Find out more about our community engagement activities. Customer relationship management - With more than five million customers using our roads and tolling products each year, an ongoing focus and commitment to customer service is critical to our business. That's why we continually look to improve our customers' experience on the road, online and over the phone. We're driven to make it easy for travellers to pay on time and avoid fees wherever possible, and a number of initiatives help us achieve this:

Providing more ways to pay, including online, over the phone or in person at one of 3,000 participating outlets in Australia.

Preventing avoidable fees by offering account opening options. Offering a financial hardship policy for customers experiencing difficulties. Proactively contacting customers via SMS, email, phone or post if we identify an account

issue. Working with our stakeholders, including government partners, to deliver a great customer

experience. Find out more on these and other customer initiatives by visiting:

CityLink (Victoria) go via (Queensland) Roam Express (NSW) Express Lanes (USA)

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New Silver Sponsors – MOVE People Driven Banking & Personalised Plates Queensland

MOVE People Driven Banking would like to thank QTA for the wonderful opportunity to

attend this year’s Annual Dinner and Awards Night, and what a fabulous occasion to

announce our Silver Sponsorship. MOVE would like to congratulate all of the finalists and

winners of this year’s awards and also celebrate the industries successes of 2016.

MOVE’s vision is to be the first choice for individuals and families in the transport and logistics industries when looking

for solutions to their finances. We provide our members and partner organisations with tailored financial assistance

in the workplace, at your home or over the phone. We exist for our members and work hard to ensure that they

benefit greatly from banking with us.

Currently, MOVE serves the financial needs of over 15,000 members and has been consistently rated one of

Australia’s top Credit Unions. Recently, a selection of our products have been awarded 5-star ratings by comparison

website CANSTAR.

MOVE is committed to working with QTA and their members to ensure they find an easy road to financial wellbeing.

A MOVE Consultant can help if you’d like more information on our competitive rates and products. Call them anytime

on 1300 362 216 or visit www.mymove.com.au

New Silver Sponsor – Personalised Plates Queensland

When you think about it, you’ve been telling the world who you are ever since

you were born. From the little wrist strap as a baby, to your name on

schoolbooks, stuck on your bedroom door or inscribed on a sports trophy.

Each and every thing has said something about you, and personalised plates are just another way of telling part of your

story. A plate celebrates what’s important to you, from the smallest moments to the biggest milestones, and says

‘here’s to you’ like nothing else can.

Personalised Plates Queensland (PPQ) works with the Department of Transport and Main Roads to bring you our range

of distinct number plates. And what’s good to know is sales proceeds helps support road safety in Queensland. We’re

passionate about plates and have a genuine interest in creating a plate just right for you.

“The plates are excellent value for money. Advertising is transient, if it's in the newspaper it only lasts a day, in a

magazine a month but it sits unseen on a coffee table somewhere. Plates on the other hand are a one off investment

that lasts for life.” – CPR Group

As far as fleet management benefits, these include the consistent branding of individual vehicles within the fleet, a

professional identifier of each company vehicle, and the availability of bulk discounts for large quantity orders.

See the full range of plates available: https://www.ppq.com.au/our-range

Contact PPQ on 133 356 or https://www.ppq.com.au/contact-us

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QTA LTD STAFF CONTACT DETAILS

Gary Mahon | Chief Executive Officer | Mob: 0418 736 802 | E: gary@qta.com.au

Lisa Acret | Membership Service Manager | Mob: 0405 152 952 | E: lisa@qta.com.au

Travis Degen | Employment Relations Manager | Mob: 0400 855 009 | E: travis@qta.com.au

Jan Pattison | Heavy Vehicle & Policy Consultant | Mob: 0407 024 672 | E: jan@qta.com.au

Justine Parkes | Administration Manager | Ph: 07 3394 4388 | E: admin@qta.com.au or justine@qta.com.au

Linda MacDonald | VET Industry Engagement Consultant | Ph: 0413 001 022 | E: vet@qta.com.au or linda@qta.com.au

Peter Robinson | Accounts and Finance Manager | Ph: 07 3394 4388 | E: accounts@qta.com.au

QTA LTD BOARD OF DIRECTORS – 2016

PRESIDENT: Ben Almond - Hallco Industries Inc | VICE-PRESIDENT: Julie Russell – Russell Transport TREASURER: Mark Webb - Simon National Carriers

DIRECTORS: Tracie Dickenson - Daryl Dickenson Transport Tim Knowles - Speedie Contractors Peter Renton - Kalari Pty Ltd David Simon - Simon National Carriers

Alex Tenkate - Major Training Group Paul Kahlert – All Purpose Transport Bryan Smith – Rocky’s Own Transport