Western Roads Federation Western Roads Federation has been formed to give a strong unified voice for companies who use WA roads for commercial benefit. Regardless of whether it’s a courier car, a crane, a garbage truck or a road train, the issues are fundamentally the same. Improved productivity and safety through greater access, investment and recognition of the critical importance of roads to the economy. Combined the federation represents one of the largest sectors of the WA economy. Strong Governance. Learning for the lessons of the past, WRF will be the first transport related industry organisation in Australia to have independent specialists on its board. This in line with best practice standards of Governance. Leadership. Rather than just react to policy, WRF has been set up to enable the industry to lead and constructively influence public policy debates in the community, media and government. Influence and Power. WRF aims to achieve a collaborative arrangement with both the Chamber of Commerce and Industry WA and the 41 regional chambers via their peak body. Achieving this outcome will substantively elevate the influence and importance of our industry to the wider business community, the government and media. Representation of Issues. Aside big issues and trends impacting the industry, there are the specific segment issues that need to be represented and resolved with Government. Such as the lack of wardens at present that is holding up the movement of oversize over mass equipment in WA. Or the inability to secure loading bays in the city. WRF is going back to basics, and is forming policy or interest groups, such as: • Urban Roads Group • Regional Roads Group • Port Carriers • Heavy Haulage • Fuel/ Dangerous Goods • Construction • Safety and Compliance • Cross Border Harmonisation • Innovative and Technology • Emerging Leaders Groups Note the chairs of each group are invited on the General Strategic Policy Council