Bigrigs

2 days ago | bigrigs.com.au | James Graham

The Don Watson Group, trading as Don Watson Transport and Coldstores, has announced today that it’s made the difficult decision to close its doors. The highly-regarded company traces its roots back to 1948 when founder G.H. “Don” Watson would service the markets with a few army surplus K Series Austins. When he died in 1973, his son, Donald Watson took over the reins and launched the revered refrigerated division in 1984.

1 week ago | bigrigs.com.au | James Graham

South East Queensland Hauliers (SEQH) has unveiled a world-first electric triple road train which will soon begin operations at the Port of Brisbane. The 53.5m Volvo FH-powered combination, believed to be the world’s biggest of its kind, will cart empty containers between the port and SEQH’s nearby base in Hemmant.

1 week ago | bigrigs.com.au | Danielle Gullaci

A former transport operator and truck driver with millions of kilometres under his belt will be farewelled this week, with a fitting tribute. Grant Fischer passed away on May 16, aged 59. Growing up on a farm in Henty, New South Wales, Grant developed a love for trucks from a young age. Like many country kids, he began honing his skills on the family’s property from his teens. “Grant was born into it.

2 weeks ago | bigrigs.com.au | Danielle Gullaci

Since the Great Western Highway upgrade at Little Hartley opened to traffic in April, a once thriving stop, with plenty of truck parking, has experienced a huge drop in business. Hartley Fresh & Café was previously on a busy route of the Great Western Highway. However with the new alignment, which includes a new 15 metre wide two-span bridge, traffic is effectively bypassing this historic little town, located in the Blue Mountains region of New South Wales.

2 weeks ago | bigrigs.com.au | Danielle Gullaci

Unlike many trucking families, 50-year-old Brad Train and his brothers didn’t grow up around trucks, yet they all ended up following the same path – inspired by a man who showed them the ropes and helped them get their foot in the door almost 30 years ago. “My cousin had a boyfriend at the time, Sam Giufre, who was involved with trucks. They got married and they’ve been together 34 years now,” said Brad.