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“Using the NTI grant, I will use stem cells obtained from people with MND to generate laboratory models of a structure called the blood-brain barrier (BBB). The BBB is a crucial defense system that protects the brain from unwanted molecules, but its function is often impaired in various brain diseases, including MND," said Dr Lotta Oikari, a Senior Research Officer at QIMR Berghofer Medical Research Institute, is the recipient of the NTI MND Research Grant, funded by money raised from restoring and raffling vintage trucks. Read more on the website - https://lnkd.in/gaJMKR7F

Hauling heavy loads over muddy and undulating paddocks requires serious traction, clearance, power and payload to get the job done. Tasmania’s Altrac Spreading decided on two new tough T-Way 6x6s, and they’re as tough as they look. Read more on the website - https://lnkd.in/g5nmUZdT IVECO Australia

#jobs in #fleetmanagement Check out this job at Team Global Express: National Fleet Manager

Hino Australia has had a long association with Supercars, and one of the company’s promotional features it uses for the Supercars events is the Sports Deck. The Sports Deck is a combination of a viewing platform, merchandise outlet and advertising billboard all rolled into one, and it travels from track to track for the V8 Supercar season. Geoff Middleton was fortunate enough to drive the Sports Deck rig from the Bathurst 1000 up to the Gold Coast last year. Read the full drive review on the website - https://lnkd.in/gD7UKQMH

First established in 1983, Maroubra Building Supplies (MBS) was once primarily a retail hardware shop that supplied building materials as part of its offering. As a point of difference from other building suppliers, MBS is going down the route of delivering their bulk materials using a variety of crane trucks rather than tippers to reduce congestion of building sites and surrounding roads.  Their unique fleet includes a range of Isuzu twin-steer FYJ 300-350s Autos in 8x4 and 10x4 configurations and varying wheelbase lengths to ensure the right vehicle is presented for the job. Learn more on the website by clicking here - https://lnkd.in/gKc5iknJ

Do you know an innovative #fleetmanager? Help them get recognised by their peers in the #fleetmanagement community with the IPWEA FLEET & Plant Management Innovation Award. Entries close 14th February - Click here - https://lnkd.in/gknjk434 Details and judging criteria are on the website.

🎙️PODCAST ALERT🎙️ In the first episode of Fleet News Group’s 2025 podcast season, host Marc Sibbald sits down with Barry Saad, Founder and CEO of Truck Tech Group, and Jana Matthews, the company’s newly appointed Chief Growth and Development Officer. Click here to listen on Spotify - https://lnkd.in/gqNFM44T The conversation delves into Truck Tech’s remarkable journey from a single service truck operation in 2007 to a multi-state heavy vehicle maintenance provider with over 120 technicians. Barry shares his passion for fleet safety and his mission to raise industry standards while offering career opportunities for young mechanics.

Kenworth DAF Melbourne has announced the appointment of Paul Wiffrie as General Manager, effective January 20, 2025. Paul will oversee the day-to-day operations of the dealership, including TRP Geelong. Paul brings extensive experience to his new role. He began his career with PACCAR Australia in 2007, where he excelled in various training positions, ultimately serving as the Learning & Development Manager. Click to read more on the website - https://lnkd.in/gc7-bTBh

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