Member Benefits & Services
Road Freight NSW provides members with key connections, the most up-to-date, relevant information and effective advocacy. We provide these services to our membership to support them with compliance and safety and to improve their productivity and professionalism. They are only possible because of the support and generosity of our partners.
Keeping You Informed
Our members receive:
- Weekly e-newsletter – ‘Freight News’
- Member updates
- Major incident updates
- Workshops and seminars
- Member only information – fact sheets, toolbox talks, safety alerts and more
Member Forums
Members are invited to attend topical forums covering issues including:
- Workplace relations
- Compliance and enforcement
- Workplace health and safety
- Legal issues
- National Heavy Vehicle Law and maintenance manual
Alliance Partnerships
- Save money on fuel through BP with the RFNSW discount that can easily pay for your membership within a few months
- Expanded insurance products from National Transport Insurance (NTI)
- Workplace injury management with Work Options
Advocacy For Your Industry
Road Freight NSW represents our members’ interests at the state, federal and local government levels, as well as its agencies on a wide range of issues, including:
- Ports in NSW
- OSOM
- Line haul
- Containers
- Dangerous Goods
- Last Mile
- Supply Chain Issues
- Industrial Relations
- Safety
- Empty Containers
- National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR)
- Transport for New South Wales (TfNSW)
- NSW Government Ministers
- Road User Charges
- Toll Relief
- Providing media with NSW Freight’s perspective through TV, radio, newpapers and online
- Highlighting the positives of an industry that carries Australian business and the community
- During COVID we advocated for the industry and particularly for the ‘Dignity and Respect’ of truckies on the road and a common sense approach to the movement of freight
- We advocated on measures for the freight industry for reopening and during floods
Free Workplace Relations Advice
Members only hotline – advice directly from our dedicated representative at Ai Group, including:
- Rates of pay
- Road safety remuneration orders
- Contract determinations
- Leave entitlements
- New workplace relations laws
- Termination of employment
- Human resource management
- Mutual responsibility obligations
Testimonials
Hannah’s Haulage and Simon O’Hara of Road Freight NSW have maintained a strong and professional partnership for a considerable period. Road Freight NSW has evolved as a highly regarded champion for trucking operators, acting as a valuable bridge between the industry and governmental bodies, regulators, and enforcement agencies. Simon’s receptive and supportive approach has consistently encouraged open discussions and provided assistance in adapting to evolving circumstances. We wholeheartedly endorse Simon O’Hara and Road Freight NSW in their ongoing efforts to safeguard, expand, and advocate for our industry.
Managing Director,
Hannah’s Haulage
I have held several positions in Road Freight NSW, which involved representing the Association on many government panels. I have always tried to represent our members, who are predominately small family businesses. These members do not have the time or resources to fight the daily battle against the regulators and bureaucrats, This is why our association has been so successful over the years, by being the voice of the transport industry in NSW.
For a small Association I believe Road Freight NSW punches above its weight and is at the forefront of all transport related issues dealing directly with the Government and Regulators. During COVID 19, Road Freight NSW were there representing its members to keep the country running by providing support to our members and the community.
Director,
Formula Chemicals
As a long-term member of Road Freight NSW, Alliance Transport Pty Ltd has appreciated the time and work ethic they have put into the trucking industry. Road Freight NSW has been at the forefront of all transport issues in NSW, leading the charge for the betterment of all members. Simon is doing a great job as CEO and we need to continue to support him is his role at Road Freight NSW.
Owner,
Alliance Transport Pty Ltd
Trojan was founded in 1978 and we have built a reputation of personal, efficient and reliable service over many years. We are extremely proud of the trusted relationship we have formed with Road Freight NSW, their ability to provide vital information and support to our business in areas that we have found difficult to navigate has been outstanding, whether its Industrial Relationship/NHVR/Transport for NSW/Port operation issues their engagement to provide support and solutions has been professional. Road Freight NSW has been a contributing factor to Trojan Transport growth and success.
General Manager,
Trojan Group of Companies
Road Freight NSW has been a great asset to Don Watson Transport since we joined up. With the various changes NSW trucking industry has seen over the past years, Simon and his team at Road Freight NSW has kept us informed of those changes and up to speed on possible changes in the future.
CEO,
Don Watson Transport
