RWTA NEWS
Did you know Blenners Transport also offers warehousing solutions?
In addition to our transport services, Blenners provides secure warehousing and storage options for both refrigerated and dry goods, supporting businesses with reliable supply chain solutions across Queensland.
TruckShowX – Driving The Future’ presents solutions that work, results that matter, and progress that lasts.
Heavy Vehicle Industry Australia (HVIA) are proudly presenting the second edition of TruckShowX, following the success of the first event in Melbourne in 2024.
$5 Billion Net Zero Fund: What It Means for Australia’s Cold Chain
The Government announced the design of the new Net Zero Fund within the National Reconstruction Fund (NRF). The government is now consulting industry on design of the fund to ensure its fit for purpose.
Australia and New Zealand’s Cold Chain Running Out of Room: Building Capacity and Resilience with Automation
Australia and New Zealand’s (ANZ) cold chain sector is experiencing one of the sharpest demand surges in decades. Frozen categories continue to rise as consumers seek value, meal-kit and online grocery services are expanding deeper into regional markets, and pharmaceutical and export volumes show no sign of easing.
Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative Grant Now Open
The NHVR is pleased to announce that the Heavy Vehicle Safety Initiative (HVSI) grant funding round is now officially open for applications.
Developed by the National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) and supported by the Australian Government, the HVSI program empowers industry-led solutions that improve safety, strengthen supply chains, and accelerate innovation across Australia’s heavy vehicle sector.
CityPort Coldstores is officially complete and ready for occupation
A major milestone has been reached for Queensland’s cold chain infrastructure, with construction now complete at CityPort Coldstores, delivered by Modus Property Group.
CityPort Coldstores represents the largest speculative cold storage development ever offered in Queensland, responding to growing demand for modern, scalable temperature-controlled facilities across food, pharmaceutical, and logistics supply chains.
Stonepeak launches Peregrine Cold Logistics: What it means for the future of the Asia–Pacific cold chain
A major development has emerged in the global cold chain landscape, with Stonepeak announcing the launch of Peregrine Cold Logistics, a new specialist platform set to expand temperature-controlled infrastructure across Asia Pacific and the Global Cold Chain.
Extraordinary efficiency for new Melbourne cold storage facility
Building a giant cold store in Melbourne is a challenge, especially with potentially huge variations in ambient temperatures experienced during the Melbourne cool winters and hot summers, sometimes exceeding 40°C.
How AGVs Are Reshaping Australia’s Refrigerated Warehouses
Tony Raggio, Dematic ANZ's Sales Manager AGVs talks about the new range, the benefits realised by Cold Storage facilities with AGVs, including reduced reliance on labour, increase operational visibility and control, improved safety and reduced product damage.
Leading Global Cold Storage Provider Adopts Dematic Voice Technology ToTransform Warehouse Operations
Dematic, a global leader in supply chain automation and voice technology solutions, has announced that a leading global cold storage provider has implemented its Dematic Voice solution at two key distribution centres.
Scantec, Proven reduction of Energy Costs
During the 2025 RWTA Conference & Exhibition, Stefan Jensen highlighted how Scantec, using their expertise in industrial refrigeration, environment control and electronics to save thousands.
Perth Golf Day
Record numbers in attendance, all armed with smiles and ready for a fabulous day on the green - see all the photos !
Mental Health First Aid Training
Mental Wealth at Work specialise in workplace mental health and deliver a range of training, education and consulting services to help your workplace become more mentally healthy.
'Payday' superannuation changes to start 1 July 2026
The Commonwealth Parliament has recently passed the Treasury Laws Amendment (Payday Superannuation) Bill 2025 and the Superannuation Guarantee Charge Amendment Bill 2025.
Revolutionising Cold Chain Efficiency: The Power of Experion’s Digital Transformation
See how Experion is redefining transport and warehouse operations through intelligent digitisation.
RWTA Victorian Golf Day, a swinging success!
It was a fantastic day on the green, with a record-breaking 111 players enjoying great golf and forging new business connections.
A Cool New Era: Daniel Wilton Appointed CEO of Transport Refrigeration Services.
Transport Refrigeration Services (TRS) has announced the appointment of Daniel Wilton as its new Chief Executive Officer
Labourforce talks Flexible workforce options.
18 years supporting the Cold Chain, Labourforce talks Flexible workforce options.
The hidden impact of safety footwear on your workforce
The Badger Team recently hosted a webinar with podiatrist and biomechanics expert Talysha Reeve that revealed how poor safety footwear design and fit quietly drives lower-limb injuries, absenteeism and productivity decline in warehousing and logistics.
Adelaide Chain of Responsibility Event
We were delighted to get together in Adelaide last week with our Member Expert, Chris Catchpole to discuss the Chain of Responsibility with Adelaide members.