The importance of a viable, safe, sustainable and efficient road transport industry, with particular reference to: 

1. the importance of an enforceable minimum award rate and sustainable standards and conditions for all stakeholders in the road transport industry;
2. the development and maintenance of road transport infrastructure to ensure a safe and efficient road transport industry;
3. the regulatory impact, including the appropriateness, relevance and adequacy of the legislative framework, on all stakeholders in the road transport industry;
4. the training and career pathways to support, develop and sustain the road transport industry;
5. the social and economic impact of road-related injury, trauma and death;
6. efficient cost-recovery measures for industry stakeholders, including subcontractors;
7. the impact of new technologies and advancements in freight distribution, vehicle design, road safety and alternative fuels;
8. the importance of establishing a formal consultative relationship between the road transport industry and all levels of government in Australia; and
9. other related matters.