The State of the Australian Trucking Industry 2025–26: Challenges, Opportunities & What’s Ahead
If you run trucks, or supply those who do, you’ve probably felt the pinch in 2025. Costs are shifting, rules are tightening, and customer expectations keep climbing. The good news: there are tangible levers operators can pull to stay ahead in 2026. Here’s a clear-eyed view of where we are …
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Congestion Relief Begins for the Central Coast: Gosford Bypass work begins
Work has officially begun on the first stage of the $40 million Gosford Bypass upgrade, marking another major step in easing traffic congestion across the Central Coast. The NSW Government has now invested more than $294 million in local road improvements, with the latest project set to benefit around 30,000 …
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How to Check If Your Load Restraint Setup Is Compliant
Before you hit the road, a five-minute check could save your load – and your wallet. When it comes to transport safety, compliance isn’t just about ticking boxes. It’s about ensuring that every strap, chain, and piece of equipment is rated, in good condition, and capable of withstanding the forces …
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How To Reduce Tampering and Cargo Theft: Plastic Strip Seals
In the transport industry, every link in the supply chain counts, from the moment freight leaves the depot to when it’s signed off at delivery. Yet one of the biggest ongoing risks for operators across Australia remains cargo tampering and theft. While it’s tempting to think “it won’t happen to …
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Lashing Capacity vs Working Load Limit: Understanding the Numbers on Your Equipment Tags
Lashing Capacity vs Working Load Limit: Understanding the Numbers on Your Equipment Tags When it comes to load restraint, numbers matter. The figures stamped on a strap’s buckle or a chain’s tag aren’t there for decoration, they tell you how much force the equipment can safely handle. Misunderstanding them can …
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Amazon expands logistics network with new Western Sydney hub
Amazon Australia has launched a new logistics facility in Chullora, Western Sydney, boosting its capacity to handle up to 50,000 packages per day. The Chullora site is designed to speed up deliveries across Sydney while generating operational roles and flexible work options for locals. Open ahead of the peak shopping …
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Toll-Free Melbourne CBD Bypass Set to Open in October
A major new bypass linking West Melbourne to the southern CBD is scheduled to open on October 27 as part of the West Gate Tunnel Project. The Wurundjeri Way extension is Melbourne’s first new CBD bypass in 25 years. It creates a direct elevated connection from Dynon Road to the …
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15 Handy Things Every Truckie Should Pack for the Road
Whether you’ve been hauling for decades or are just clocking up your first long runs, every truckie knows the same truth: it pays to be prepared. The cab is your office, lunchroom, and toolbox all rolled into one. Having the right gear on hand can turn a tough day into …
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NSW Transport Minister Outlines Freight Reforms and Industry Support
At the recent Road Freight NSW (RFNSW) conference in Sydney, NSW Transport Minister John Graham outlined key initiatives aimed at boosting the state’s freight sector. Speaking to industry representatives, Graham highlighted reforms to shipping and logistics, toll relief, and long-delayed rest area projects. The minister emphasised the state’s freight review, …
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5 Ways Fleet Managers can save Time and Money: Cut Costs, Stay Compliant
As an Ops or Fleet manager, running a truck fleet means balancing tight schedules, compliance requirements, and rising costs, all while keeping drivers safe and freight protected. For fleet managers, even small inefficiencies add up fast. That’s why at Tegral, we’ve focused on designing load restraint solutions that don’t just …
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Australia Post to Resume US Deliveries by September 25
Australia Post has confirmed it will restart postal services to the United States and its territories by September 25, following a temporary suspension caused by recent changes to US customs and tariff rules. The pause, which impacted deliveries to places including Puerto Rico, Guam, and the US Virgin Islands, was …
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$6.35m Safety Upgrade for the Newell Highway at Tackinbri
A $6.35 million upgrade is about to make the Newell Highway safer and more reliable for drivers and freight operators, with works set to begin north of Moree. The 1.6km stretch at Tackinbri has been a long-standing concern for motorists. Early culvert works start next week, with major reconstruction to …
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Canvas vs PVC Truck Tarps: Which Truck Tarp is Best for Transport?
Protecting freight on Aussie roads often comes down to one simple question: canvas or PVC truck tarps? Both materials have their place in the industry, from general truck tarps to specialised coil tarps. Canvas has a long history of use, but many operators are now switching to Tegral’s PVC Tarps …
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Which BettaHaul System should I use? | A Comprehensive Guide to BettaHaul
When it comes to transporting timber, steel, and long-span loads safely and efficiently, having the right load restraint system is essential. Tegral’s BettaHaul range offers a versatile, heavy-duty bearer system designed to suit a variety of freight tasks across rigid bodies, curtain-siders, and flatbed trailers. Whether you need a fixed …
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The Science Behind Load Restraint: Forces at Play During Transport
When it comes to heavy vehicles, one of the most dangerous assumptions is that “the load is heavy, so it won’t move.” In reality, a truck’s cargo is subjected to powerful forces every time the vehicle brakes, turns, or accelerates. Without proper restraint, these forces can shift, topple, or even …
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Portable Truck Fall Protection Barrier
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PVC A-Trailer Tarp
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PVC Rigid Truck Tarp
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Hand Pallet Wrap – Black
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LDPE Pallet Bags 1900mm x 25um
Ecoflute – Recycled Corflute Truck Boards 4mm x 1420mm x 1090mm
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Ratchet Buckle 50mm x 2500kg
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