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NZ Trucking : Jan/Feb 2018
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WWW.GOCLEAR.CO.NZ WWW.GOCLEAR.CO.NZ generate new forms of funding.” He said the government would pass legislation to introduce a 10c a litre fuel tax in Auckland to fund infrastructure, and also road charging/network charging. “That affects demand, and will smooth off peaks. We cannot ask all of New Zealand to pay for fixing Auckland, but the sheer reality is that getting across the city from one side of Auckland to the other is causing losses of $1.3 billion a year because of congestion.” Twyford said there had been a lack of investment in infrastructure and the government had to play a proactive role by committing to improving the safety of regional roads and building a safe and resilient transport network. AttheawardsdinneronSaturdaynight,awards were given for outstanding achievement and the promotion of excellence in the road transport industry. UDC Finance Outstanding Contribution to Training Award - Christchurch-based NZ Express Transport (2005). In recent years NZ Express has deliberately taken on a number of inexperienced drivers and staff and has invested in their training and professional development. This commitment to training has provided the company with a workforce it is proud of and a group of people who are dedicated to the improvement of the business. Sime Darby NZ Outstanding Contribution to Health and Safety Award – Tauranga-based Tranzliquid Logistics Limited’s Jackie Carroll. In her role as director and health and safety manager Jackie has made a significant contribution to Tranzliquid’s professional and caring health and safety culture. She has implemented a number of initiatives that have resulted in outstanding health and safety performance including upskilling other staff to take more responsibility for health and safety issues within the organisation. Teletrac Navman Outstanding Contribution to Innovation Award - Waste Management (NZ) Ltd. Having one of New Zealand’s largest heavy vehicle fleets with more than 800 trucks, Waste Management has made the decision to invest in electric vehicles as well as reusing their landfills and methane capturing energy parks to generate electricity. VTNZ Supreme Contribution to New Zealand Road Transport Award - Allied Publications’ Trevor Woolston. Reflecting the positive advancement of the industry’s values and a long-term personal commitment to the industry. Woolston was one of the original founding owners of New Zealand Trucking magazine and today his work for the industry is not limited to what is between the pages of NZ Truck and Driver. Special Recognition Award - Johnny Baxter of Temuka Transport, winner of the on-road category of the Volvo Trucks Fuelwatch Challenge. Road Transport Industry Awards Dinner Trevor Woolston won the VTNZ Supreme Contribution to New Zealand Road Transport Award for a career dedicated to the industry. Sime Darby NZ Commercial general manager Chris Brown presents Tranzliquid’s Jackie Carroll with the award for outstanding contribution to Health and Safety Bernard Hickey yet again gave an enlightening and entertaining address to delegates. 20 New Zealand Trucking January – February 2018 ROAD NOISE NEWS YOU’LL KNOW YOU’RE MACK. Call 0800 683 683 or visit www.mtd.co.nz When you hop in the cab, kick the tyres or talk to our team - you’ll know it. And we know it - because we’re Mack too. Let’s get you behind the wheel.
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