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SAFETY CHECKS AT QUEENSLAND AERODROMES

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Residents of communities across a wide area of Queensland  may see an aircraft flying unusually low next week as the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) carries out important flight path safety checks.   The checks are being conducted by CASA to make sure instrument procedure flight paths at various aerodromes operate safely.   CASA regulations … Continued

Rail projects to get extra funding under infrastructure review

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The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) has welcomed a funding boost for key rail projects set to deliver critical transport for the future under the Federal Government’s infrastructure review released today.    The independent strategic review of the Infrastructure Investment Program confirmed an additional $1.75 billion to be invested in the Logan-Gold Coast Faster Rail, $1 billion … Continued

WYNYARD PILOTS PUT CONTROL BACK INTO FLYING AT NON-CONTROLLED AERODROMES

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Flying safely in and around non-controlled aerodromes is the focus of the latest pilot safety seminar from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) in Wynyard next week.   Most Australian aerodromes are in non-controlled airspace and Australian Transport Safety Bureau statistics show there have been more than 60 incidents, including mid-air and ground collisions, in … Continued

NATIONAL RAIL PROCUREMENT AND MANUFACTURING STRATEGY RELEASED

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The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) welcomes the National Rail Procurement and Manufacturing Strategy as a significant step towards increasing productivity and growth in the rail industry. The Strategy, released today by the Federal Government, outlines several actions required to achieve a more sustainable and competitive rail manufacturing sector. The ARA’s CEO Caroline Wilkie said the … Continued

Need for speed: why some speedometers lag behind reality

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A UNSW road safety expert breaks down the truth about why speedo readings can be different from GPS measurements.   Have you ever noticed how sometimes the display on your vehicle’s speedometer is different from the speed shown on the navigation app on your phone?   You’re not alone. And it’s all to do with … Continued

Used Car Safety Ratings 2023 released

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Enhanced data empowers consumers to make safer choices for all road users Australians can now access comprehensive information to find the safest used car following the release of the new-look Used Car Safety Ratings. The annual ratings are based on Monash University Accident Research Centre’s (MUARC) real-world statistical analysis of more than 9 million vehicles … Continued

Largest ever national study reveals cycling’s triple bottom line

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In the largest ever study of its kind undertaken in Australia funded by governments, industry, motoring and bicycle groups, the 2023 WeRide Australian Cycling and eScooter Economy Report has reinforced cycling’s importance in delivering triple bottom line outcomes with significant economic, health and environmental benefits. The report revealed that that in 2022 the sector generated: … Continued

ARA welcomes Federal Government’s Infrastructure Policy

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The Australasian Railway Association (ARA) has welcomed the Federal Government’s Infrastructure Policy Statement, saying it shows a strong commitment to city-shaping transport projects. ARA CEO Caroline Wilkie said the statement provided certainty to industry by committing to delivering nationally significant infrastructure focused on productivity, liveability and sustainability, benefiting all Australians. “We are at a crossroads … Continued