Nominate:
Outstanding Contribution to the Trucking Industry
Conditions of Entry
In submitting this nomination, the person making the nomination affirms they have complied with the following conditions of entry:
The award is open to any individual or organisation who/which operates full-time in the Australian trucking industry.
Nominations can be made by anyone, but self-nominations will not be accepted.
Two signed references from authoritative sources must accompany the nomination.
Nominations for this award close 8 March 2024 at 4pm AEDT and will not be accepted after the closing date.
Selection Criteria
This section is an integral part of the judging process. The ATA along with the National Trucking Awards Judging Panel encourage and urge nominators to provide detailed responses to each section and to pay close attention to the requirements for supporting documents and files.
Personal Attributes & Work Experience
- Describe the person’s character, personality and interests
- Career History – list employers, years served, and position held
*NOTE: If the nominee is an organisation, write about its beginnings, relevant corporate achievements, etc.
Demonstrated Contribution to the Industry
- Demonstrate a long-term participation in road freight transport
- Demonstrate personal and/or organisational commitment to achieving positive benefits for the industry through actions
- A demonstrated reputation for integrity and ethical behaviour.
Supporting Documents and Files
Nominations must be accompanied by a good quality, electronic photograph that can be used for publicity purposes.
Nominations must include signed references in the form of formal letters of support for the nominee with the name, business name and contact details of the referee
Nominations may include additional documents which pertaining to achievements, awards or honours which the nominee has received with direct relevance to the award they are being nominated for.
Judging process
Finalists may be required to participate in a teleconference with the judging panel in March.
Any questions, kindly contact ataevents@truck.net.au.
Prize
The winner will receive $5,000 cash, a trophy, and will also be hosted to attend Trucking Australia the following year, including the ATA Foundation Sponsors’ Gala Awards Dinner.
NOMINATION FORMS
IMPORTANT
Nominations for this award close 8 March 2024 at 4pm AEDT and will not be accepted after the closing date.
No components of the prize package are transferable.
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HONOUR ROLL
SEE ALL PAST WINNERS
2023
Jacquelene Brotherton
Transport Women Australia Limited
2022
Phillip Hodges
Transport Certification Services
2021
Not awarded
2020
Robert Cavanagh
Stockmaster / Cavanagh’s Transport
2019
Leigh Smart
Formula Chemicals
2018
Ross Fraser OAM
Frasers Livestock Transport
2017
Roger Pickering
Pickering Transport Group
2016
Bryan Smith
Rocky’s Own Transport
2015
Heather Jones
Pilbara Heavy Haulage Girls
2014
David Simon
Simon National Carriers
2013
Mike Moylan
Johnstons Transport
2012
Tony McGrath
McGrath Newcastle
2011
Terry & Daphne Nolan
Nolan’s Interstate Transport, QLD
2010
Jim Pearson Snr.
Jim Pearson Transport
2009
Newcastle and Hunter Region Road
Transport Awareness Group
2008
John Kelly
2007
Tony Conlon
MJ Conlon & Sons
2006
Kathy Williams
Bunker Freight Lines
2005
Brian Bertwistle
Toll North
2004
Howard Croxon
Croxon Management Solutions
2003
Sam Sali
S Sali & Sons
2002
Phil Russell
R.B Russell Transport
2001
Ian & Carol Single
Single Transport Services
2000
Noel Hoare
Noel Hoare Transport
1999
Jim Cooper
Gulf Transport
1998
Geoff Rudd
G V Rudd Transport
1997
Les & Betty Turner
Turner’s Transport
1996
Doug McMillan
D & P Haulage
1995
Craig Roseneder
Nolan’s Interstate Transport
1994
Peter Rocke
Mayne Nickless
STEP 1.
Download the PDF nomination form and fill in all details. Save a copy on your computer.
STEP 2.
Once saved, upload your nomination form below, along with your supporting documents.
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