I would like to start my column by thanking our members for their tremendous support over the last 12 months. It is with your guidance and backing that we have been able to push for positive advocacy change on topics including the Electrical Safety Act, the National Vehicle Efficiency Standard, and the Inquiry into Scrap Metal Theft, and I look forward to working closely with you all over the next 12 months!
You may have seen in the news over the last week that MTA Queensland has been pushing strongly on the topic of fraudulent roadworthy certificates being issued by dodgy online marketplaces.
Unfortunately, we are receiving more feedback from members who have been targeted through this practice, where criminals have impersonated legitimate Approved Inspection Stations (AIS) on roadworthy certificate documentation in an attempt to pass them off as legitimate.
MTA Queensland has worked tirelessly to advocate for reform of the AIS scheme for some time now to address the issue of dodgy ‘phoneworthies’. Not only does this illegal practice jeopardise the safety of Queensland road users every day, but it is undermining reputable, quality member businesses that have worked incredibly hard to build their reputation in their communities. Urgent regulation overhaul is required and MTA Queensland will continue to shine light on this issue and advocate for stricter regulation and penalties for all involved on behalf of our members.
18 July 2024