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07 April 2026
Truck drivers in Australia face imminent business collapse due to soaring fuel costs, with small operators in the supply chain being squeezed by major retailers. The Transport Workers Union is heading to the Fair Work Commission to demand change, seeking to force top players to cover extra fuel expenses. Drivers with decades of experience report unprecedented challenges, with owner-operators and gig workers struggling to stay afloat. The Workplace Relations Minister has proposed a draft determination to expedite orders and prevent supply chain disruptions. The Australian Road Transport Industrial Organisation supports weekly fuel reviews from clients to keep businesses alive. Support the show:Get a discount at https://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:advertise@thednn.ai This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to feedback@thednn.ai. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/c79b4b96dfac2678
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