From the chief executives of national transport carriers to ‘truckies’ from across Australia, over 550 people have descended on National Road Transport Hall of Fame in Alice Springs this weekend, for a three day celebration of our nation’s road transport industry stalwarts. Penny Locaso, Shell Australia Lubricants Brand and Communications Manager said, “We are delighted to be involved with celebrating the careers and contribution of Australia’s best truck drivers. These men and women dedicate their professional lives to connecting Australia – transporting everything from foods, furniture, fuel and mail. “Shell Australia has been involved with the National Road Transport Hall of Fame for seven years, and it’s something that means a great deal to us. It gives us a great opportunity to talk to the drivers about the products that help them do their jobs and keep their rigs running smoothly, like Shell Rimula.” The annual celebrations, which kicked off on Thursday (23rd August), have included such events as the Transport Women Australia breakfast, The Cummins Truckie’s Race Day at the Alice Springs Turf Club and inaugural TruckArt competition. The annual Shell Rimula Gala Dinner will be held tonight at the National Road Transport Hall of Fame, where participants will be entertained by local comedian Fiona O’Loughlin and Aussie band Rukus. For further information, please contact: Beth McCorkindale +61 (0) 412 087 175  bethany.mccorkindale@edelman.com Nicola McAlpine +61 (0) 432 528 066 nicola.mcalpine@edelman.com Cameron Beresford +61 (02) 9291 3328 cameron.beresford@edelman.com Notes to Editors: - Photography available on request
- Full biographies of Shell Rimula Wall of Fame inductees available on request.
- Interviews available on request.
Some inductee highlights: - Betty Morgan, who got her truck licence in 1968, was one of the first female truck drivers in the industry and still holds a semi-trailer licence.
- Jim Warden, aged 78, has been involved in the industry since the early 1950s.
- Stuart McColl, who will turn 90 this year, started his business with just one truck and now owns over 300.
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