When Anthony Albanese took the stage after winning the federal election and confirmed he would become Australia’s next prime minister, many industries wondered how their relationship with federal politicians would change.
The transport industry wasn’t excluded from this. There are many issues facing the sector, including a lack of AdBlue, fuel tax credits and skilled workers.
For Australian Trucking Association (ATA) chair David Smith, the changing of the guard in Australia’s federal politics is cause for hope.
“This change creates an opportunity to advance the transport industry and re-engage with new people to try and resolve recurring issues,” Smith says to ATN.
“We tend to look forward and not back. It’s an