Roads Australia
ARF members have been given an opportunity to play a part in the development of national policies on some of the most pressing issues affecting road transport and construction – namely congestion, capacity and sustainability.
At this week’s National Roads Summit the ARF formally launched its major policy initiative, establishing three groups – or Chapters – to work with all stakeholders on the development of policy in these key areas.
ARF President, Ray Fisher, says the establishment of the Chapters on congestion, capacity and sustainability represents an opportunity for the ARF to be integrally involved in the policy development process of governments, as opposed to being an industry advocate looking in from the outside.
“The strength and breadth of our membership puts us in the unique position of already being inside ‘the tent’ of government policy-making,” Mr Fisher says.
“Our members not only represent the largest private sector players in the road industry, but state road authorities and their industry research partners.
“This initiative aims to draw together the wide experience and knowledge of all these players, providing objective, practical input to the policy solutions that will shape our nation’s transport future.”
The policy Chapters will focus on:
“Each Chapter will be led by an ARF Board member and supported by our newly appointed Policy Director, David Jarwood,” Mr Fisher said.
“However, for this initiative to be successful it’s crucial that we enlist the active involvement of our membership. We want member representatives in each of these Chapters, bringing with them their broad knowledge and experience of these issues.
“Timing is also a critical factor. We have to hit the ground running right now if we are to be an active and respected participant in the policy debate.”
Any member interested in participating in the new ARF policy chapters can email our Policy Director, David Jarwood.
Submitted by Mark Bowmer on Friday June 20th 2008 5:07pm