The Australian and NSW governments have jointly announced almost $50 million in funding for NSW country freight links this week. Also in this edition:

• ATA slams carbon tax - and calls for changes if it goes ahead
• Mandatory ABS a step closer for trucks and trailers
• Operators flock to Trucking Australia 2013
• Matt Butler from Boral appointed to ATA Board
• Sponsor of the Week - Ritchie Bros
   

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