Queensland Trucking Association 2026 Road Freight Industry Awards & Gala Dinner (Brisbane)

Name: Queensland Trucking Association 2026 Road Freight Industry Awards & Gala Dinner (Brisbane)
Start: 2026-09-19T17:30:00+1000
End: 2026-09-19T22:30:00+1000
Location: Royal International Convention Centre

Sat, 19 Sep, 5:30pm - 10:30pm AEST

Royal International Convention Centre

Bowen Hills QLD, Australia

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You’re invited to join the Queensland Trucking Association for the 2026 Road Freight Industry Awards — the premier celebration of excellence across Queensland’s road freight transport industry.

Widely recognised as the highlight of the industry calendar, this prestigious gala evening brings together industry and government leaders, fleet owners, operators, suppliers and supporters for an unforgettable night of recognition, connection and celebration.

The Awards will shine a spotlight on the people and businesses driving the industry forward, recognising outstanding achievement across categories including Industry Excellence, Trucking Woman of the Year, Professional Truck Driver of the Year, Training & Skilling Excellence, Industry Safety & Innovation, Young Achiever of the Year, and Workplace Health & Wellbeing.

From the moment guests arrive, the experience will be unmistakably road freight. The Plaza forecourt of the Royal International Convention Centre at Bowen Hills will come alive with an impressive display of some of the industry’s finest trucks and trailers — setting the scene for a spectacular evening celebrating the passion, professionalism and achievements of Queensland’s road freight community.

Join us as we honour the very best of the industry and celebrate the people who keep Queensland moving.

Event Details
Date: Saturday 19 September 2026
Venue: Royal International Convention Centre, Bowen Hills
Pre-Dinner Drinks: 5.30pm in the RICC Plaza
Gala Dinner & Awards Presentation: 6.30pm onwards
Includes: Pre-dinner drinks, a two-course plated meal with chef’s decadent desserts, and a premium 5-hour drinks package, entertainment by Beccy & the Jets.
Dress Code: Cocktail | Lounge Suit

QTA acknowledges the support of NTI as the 2026 RFIA Event Partner

As Australia's specialist insurance provider NTI knows what it takes to keep Australia moving. Their market-leading products are backed by close to five decades of experience and award-winning claims service. Australian-based with in-house expertise supported by a nation-wide network, NTI understands what matters to the people and business doing the Truckin' Shippin' and Diggin'.

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At the Queensland Trucking Association Limited (QTA Ltd), we are proud to be the leading voice for Queensland's vital road freight industry. We champion the interests of a diverse transport industry, representing employers of all sizes, from every sector that delivers road freight across our vast state. Our membership also includes the crucial suppliers, manufacturers, and stakeholders who together form an industry that is a fundamental contributor to Queensland's economy.

What We Do:

Our core mission is to empower and uplift the road freight industry. We achieve this by:

Advocating for You: We serve as a strong advocate, working tirelessly to shape a legislative framework that ensures safety, boosts productivity, enhances efficiency, and drives fairness and sustainability within the industry. We engage with policy-makers at local, state, and national levels to champion essential reforms and drive meaningful policy changes.
Supporting Your Success: We provide vital resources, guidance on industrial relations legislation, heavy vehicle compliance, access and permits, workforce,training and skilling solutions to provide solutions and insights to improve your operations
Encouraging Growth & Knowledge: We facilitate projects, hold webinars and forums to equip transport fleets and professionals with essential skills. Through networking events, we create opportunities for members to collaborate, share innovative solutions, and address common challenges.
Promoting a Responsible Future: We gather intelligence and combine with data and research to inform policy, promote safety initiatives, and champion fair and sustainable practices, ensuring your operations are both responsible and efficient.

How We Do It – Our Core Values in Action:

Our work is guided by a set of deeply held values that shape every decision and action:

Members First: Our commitment begins and ends with our members. We prioritise your needs, ensuring your voices are heard, and your concerns are met. We build strong relationships and offer unwavering support, advocacy, and resources to enhance your operations and success.
Think Long Term: We believe in planning for the future. We adopt a forward-thinking mindset, carefully considering the long-term impacts of our decisions. By proactively engaging with policy-makers, we aim to create a regulatory environment that fosters innovation, builds resilience, and keeps our members competitive, both today and tomorrow.
Innovate: We champion innovation as the engine of progress. We encourage embracing new ideas and technologies to enhance logistics, reduce environmental impact, and improve operational efficiency. By staying ahead of industry trends and investing in research and development, we strive to position our members as leaders ready for future challenges.

Through our dedicated advocacy, comprehensive support, and unwavering commitment to these values, QTA Ltd ensures that Queensland's road freight industry is trusted to deliver, driven by service, and prepared for the future.

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