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LBRCA Welcomes Funding Opportunity for Regional Truck Washes
The Livestock, Bulk and Rural Carriers Association (LBRCA) has welcomed the Victorian Government’s announcement of funding for regional truck wash infrastructure, describing it as a positive investment in driver welfare, biosecurity, freight productivity and the...
LBRCA welcomes certainty on Great Western Highway reopening
The Livestock, Bulk and Rural Carriers Association (LBRCA) has welcomed confirmation that a contractor has been appointed to deliver a new crossing at Mitchells Causeway on the Great Western Highway at Victoria Pass but says freight operators must continue to be...
The Rural Carrier Issue 6
The Rural Carrier_Magazine Edition 19 June 2026Download
Position Vacant – General Manager Policy and Advocacy
Engagement Type: Fixed term (min. 12 months) Salary: Negotiable Reporting to: President Location: Flexible (regular travel required) Employment Basis: Contract Start Date: As soon as practicable Role Purpose The General Manager Policy and Advocacy will...
Relief for Members at the Bowser and on the Great Western Highway
The Australian Government has confirmed that from 1 April to 30 June 2026, the fuel excise will be halved and the Heavy Vehicle Road User Charge (RUC) reduced to zero. These measures are expected to deliver immediate financial relief, particularly for operators...
NSW diesel fuel security – action underway for regional operators
LBRCA President Wade Lewis last week participated in the NSW Rural and Regional Diesel Fuel Security Roundtable, where he provided a clear and practical assessment of the real issue facing our industry — not supply, but the distribution of diesel into regional NSW....
The Rural Carrier Issue 5
The Rural Carrier_Magazine Edition 5_March 26Download
LBRCA confirms resignation from ALRTA and strengthens independent advocacy
The Livestock, Bulk and Rural Carriers Association (LBRCA) has formally confirmed that its members have voted to resign from membership of the Australian Livestock and Rural Transporters Association (ALRTA), following a Special Resolution in which a quorum was met in...
The Rural Carrier Issue 4
The Rural Carrier_Magazine Edition 4_August 2025Download
LBRCA Member News
Registrations open for the 2022 LBRCA Annual Conference on 10-12 February in Wagga Wagga. Read more.
LBRCA Member News
Covid-19 testing requirements and border crossing updates. Read more.
LBRCA Member News
If in doubt, leave it out!, Have your say on a site safety survey, Livestock Standstill. Read more.
LBRCA Member News
Positive COVID-19 case at Southern Meats Goulburn, COVID-19 Border Entry and Testing update, Parkes Bypass powering ahead, Changes to Agricultural Vehicle and Combination Notices. Read more.