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Driverless cars are no place to relax, new study shows

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Early data on activities that will be unsafe to undertake in automated vehicles has been released. From doing work to watching the world, from social media to resting – preliminary results are in. Research led by RMIT University looked at what happens if a driver is suddenly required to take control of an automated vehicle, … Continued

How Tasmanian businessman is navigating new industry skills shortage

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As Australia’s automotive industry shifts towards electrification, there’s a growing demand for skilled workers to meet the new technology needs.   Tasmanian business owner Adam Levis has experienced first-hand the need to pivot from training in traditional automotive, and is advising others in the industry to get on the front foot to avoid a critical … Continued

Economics committee to hear from aviation industry and former ASIC Chair

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The House Standing Committee on Economics will next focus on the aviation industry as part of its inquiry into promoting economic dynamism, competition and business formation. Greg Medcraft, former Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) chair, will also discuss dynamism in the financial industry. At the next public hearing in Sydney on 23 August, 2023, the committee will hear … Continued

Tram workers take industrial action to secure fair pay and conditions

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Media release | Friday 18 August, 2023 Tram workers will be taking industrial action in support of their campaign for better pay and conditions this weekend, which may cause some interruptions to post-match tram services at Adelaide Oval on Saturday. Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) SA/NT Branch Secretary Darren Phillips said commuters using trams … Continued

Transport regulator says one offence accounts for half of all breaches

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Wage Inspectorate Victoria has identified the key issue driving non-compliance with Victoria’s Owner Drivers and Forestry Contractors Act 2005, with one breach making up half of all offences. The Victorian regulator audited 248 engagements in 2022-23 to check compliance with the Act. Specifically, these audits checked whether businesses engaging owner drivers or forestry contractors for … Continued

CASA SUPPORTS NEXT GENERATION OF AIRCRAFT ENGINEERS

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Three aspiring licensed aircraft maintenance engineers are the latest to receive a scholarship from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).   Ella Watson from Western Australia and Queensland’s Spencer Holmes and Joshua Kilgour will all receive up to $5,000 each to help them achieve their Civil Aviation Safety Regulation (CASR) Part 66 engineer licence.   … Continued