Roads deliver $207 billion boon to Australian economy
Australia’s road industry contributes nearly $207 billion of value to the economy each year and supports almost 1.3 million jobs, according to new analysis released by Roads Australia (RA).
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Australia’s road industry contributes nearly $207 billion of value to the economy each year and supports almost 1.3 million jobs, according to new analysis released by Roads Australia (RA).
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Sept 25, 2019 – The Reviving Road Safety Strategy released today makes a compelling case for stronger Federal leadership to help turn around Australia’s road toll.
Aug 21, 2019 – Roads Australia welcomes today’s publication of Queensland’s latest Infrastructure Pipeline Report.
Aug 13, 2019 – The latest Australian Infrastructure Audit underlines the need for governments to put the pedal to the metal on transport infrastructure planning and spending.
Mar 6, 2019 – The Victorian Parliament must support the passage of legislation for the West Gate Tunnel project.
May 29, 2019 – A critical shortage of skills remains the number one concern of construction industry leaders charged with delivering Australia’s record transport infrastructure spend over the next decade, according to a new industry survey.
May 27, 2019 – The Victorian Budget handed down by Treasurer Tim Pallas this afternoon continues the Government’s strong commitment to transport infrastructure planning and delivery.
May 20, 2019 – Roads Australia congratulates the Coalition on its return to government at the weekend.
Feb 5, 2019 – The Commonwealth needs to accelerate the reform process around road pricing and investment, according to Australia’s peak road stakeholder body.