In the fast-paced world of the 21st century, the health and wellbeing of employees have become paramount, especially in industries known for their high-stress environments, such as the transport industry. As we approach National Safe Work Month in October 2023, it’s the perfect time to shine a spotlight on the importance of prioritising health and safety in the workplace, and more specifically, within the transport sector. The Significance of National Safe Work Month National Safe Work Month, held annually in October, is a campaign aimed at raising awareness of the importance of health and saf ..read more

The melodies of country music have always held a special place in our life. That much our son was named after country music superstar Toby Keith  However, last week we embarked on a musical journey that was not only about the tunes but also about creating unforgettable memories. As proud parents, we had the incredible privilege of taking our son Toby to his very first concert to see first hand the electrifying Luke Combs performance in Sydney  While driving down to Sydney last Thursday afternoon we listened to Luke Combs for the entire trip. Walking into the stadium Toby noticed the ..read more

Since the humble beginnings of our transport company, Josh and I have together taken on many roles. My business acumen and Josh’s operational skills and knowledge of the industry was certainly a recipe for success. Whereas Josh’s passion for trucking and the Kenworth brand ran deep, haulage and its equipment were foreign to me. As was branding. Nevertheless, I have always been determined and have never shied away from new experiences. The great inventor Thomas Edison is quoted as saying “success is 10% inspiration and 90% perspiration” and Carter has displayed this attribute as the business ha ..read more

It was a triumph for driver and employer when Road Freight NSW named Carter Heavy Haulage & Transport’s Jake Perrett its Professional Driver of the Year at the organisation’s 2023 Excellence Awards. RFNSW combined a conference with a special ceremony at Dockside, Cockle Bay Wharf in Sydney on Thursday 2 March, recognising the outstanding contributions its members make to the industry. The organisation is the voice of the road transport industry in NSW and its chief executive Simon O’Hara described the men and women award winners as the “best of the best”. “They represent the very high ..read more

As a leader in heavy haulage and transport solutions in the Hunter region and beyond, we hold ourselves accountable to meet the needs of Australian businesses and industries. Last year, we saw the demand for this more than ever. Our clients needed support to transport bigger and heavier machinery – further than ever before. And this requirement kept on coming well into 2022. To keep up the support and delivery on capacity, we knew our fleet needed to grow too. Expanding our fleet to improve transport services in the Hunter region “For us, the solution was simple. To keep up with demand and con ..read more

With a major project in the works for Hunter Quarries, AllQuip Water Trucks needed local transport expertise to achieve their desired outcome. The job seemed like familiar territory. To provide safe and quality assured transport from one location in the Hunter to the next. But this job was much bigger than that. This was a unique project in the region – a first of its kind. And a milestone for AllQuip. Helping AllQuip reach a business milestone AllQuip Water Trucks were given the unique opportunity to retrofit a water tank to a CAT 740B Articulated Dump Truck. Our job was split into two key pa ..read more

Truckies managing the pressure as essential workers As the pandemic continues to impact our community and country, we’d like to take a moment to reflect on the impact of COVID-19 on the transport industry, as well as the individual essential workers. We are reminded daily of the number of people being cared for by health workers as they battle the virus, and rightly so. The job they are doing is amazing, and many of us surely owe our lives to the work they have done to minimise the spread of the virus. But the strain on other essential workers such teachers, trades, and those in the transport ..read more

Challenge When G&C Hannah Transport needed assistance transporting mining equipment from Newcastle to a mine site in Port Hedland in WA, experience told them to look no further than our team. Having been referred to us in the past and impressed by the ease in which we make things happen, G&C Hannah Office Manager, Kylie Bassula said we were the right fit for the job. “This job was a big one, but we had confidence in the team at Carter Heavy Haulage to get it done,” Kylie said. Solution Thanks to our impressive fleet of Kenworth trucks which can transport up to 98 tonnes of mining equip ..read more

You may have recently seen a National Heavy Vehicle Regulator (NHVR) car outside our Rutherford headquarters. A regulatory visit can sometimes signal that something has gone awry. But, we promise, there is only good news here! In fact, when NHVR Engagement Specialist, Tim Hansen visited us, he was there to gather our transport safety standard insights and recommendations about regulations in Australia.  Tim Hansen manages relations with local government and industry stakeholders to review and improve safety regulations for NHVR in NSW and the ACT. He is an experienced policy, engagement ..read more

Expanding our fleet and capacity with The Drake Group We’re excited to begin 2021 with a new addition to our fleet – the 5×8 Swing Wing trailer from The Drake Group! By adding this state of the art trailer to our fleet, we can ensure that our company provides the haulage capability of a large commercial enterprise, while still retaining the personal touch of a community focused small business. In line with our company ethos, we have specifically chosen to partner with The Drake Group. Not only for their quality craftsmanship, but because we care about supporting Australian businesses. The Roll ..read more