February 16, 2024
Good riddance to the Auckland regional fuel tax
The regional fuel tax is on the way out, providing some much-needed cost relief. But what will this mean for our roading network?
February 9, 2024
Let’s celebrate trucks pounding the roads
Heavier and longer trucks mean fewer trucks are needed to move the same amount of freight. That's a good thing.
February 2, 2024
Will trucking suffer from deepfake?
I never thought I’d be referring to Taylor Swift in one of my blogs, but I read this week about the deepfake scandal and it resonated with…
January 26, 2024
Seeking solutions for problems and challenges
Transporting New Zealand has just sent a submission to the Energy Efficiency and Conservation Authority (EECA) on the 2024/25 Energy Levies…
January 19, 2024
Wins and wins for the week
There have been some tough calls made recently. I think they’re for the best.
January 12, 2024
Focus on change a priority for the year ahead
Safety on the roads is always a hot topic over the holidays and sadly we have not done well. But what are the reasons?
December 21, 2023
Change plus safety on the roads this summer
The new government is making waves and so far I’m impressed. We also have some commonsense tips to help keep you safe on the roads this…
December 15, 2023
Government makes radical course change
It’s right to hold KiwiRail to account on the Interislander cost blowout.
December 15, 2023
Livestock transporters need to be treated fairly
Last week I joined livestock transport operators and Federated Farmers via phone to speak with new Associate Spokesperson for Agriculture…
December 8, 2023
A promising start from the Coalition Government
The 100-day plan has a lot of good news for road transport, 49-point-plan last week, featuring plenty of welcome news for trucking…