Recent media stories (SMH 27/09/09 page 5) have suggested that politicans are using techology such asTwitter and Facebook as "spam" and that government should go "to the next level" and use these social media to engage people rather than lecture them. The media is behind the times. Government is already using social media to engage with the community. There is more to come - watch this (cyber)space.

The demand for skilled and experienced staff to meet the challenges of growth in the level and complexity of transport and logistics activity has resulted in significant interest in improved recognition of the industry’s professionals. Five key national industry Associations have responded by backing a unified and standard approach to industry certification across Australia.