The Livestock, Bulk and Rural Carriers Association’s (LBRCA) has decided to end its 40-year association with the Australian Livestock and Rural Transporters Association (ALRTA), following a vote at the LBRCA’s Annual Conference held in Coffs Harbour in February.
The milestone decision comes after formal vote of members, in accordance with the LBRCA Constitution, agreeing to transitioned to operate as an independent state-based advocacy body.
LBRCA President Wade Lewis said the decision to resign from the ALRTA was not taken lightly and reflects ongoing and substantive differences in approach, priorities and members’ interests.
The LBRCA considered such matters were no longer capable of being reconciled within the existing structure.
“The decision reflects a clear mandate from Members to ensure the Association can act decisively, independently and in the best interests of livestock, bulk and rural transporters operating across regional and rural NSW,” said Wade Lewis.
“As an Association, we can now focus squarely on outcomes for our members, both NSW and interstate, at a state level and on national issues that directly impact heavy vehicle operators transporting goods throughout regional and rural NSW,” Wade said.
“We will continue to engage constructively with governments, regulators, industry and stakeholders, but will now do it independently and with greater agility.
“You will see some changes over the next twelve months which we know will bring positive outcomes, not just to New South Wales operators, but all operators across the Eastern seaboard.”
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