About the speakers:

Susie Harwood is the Executive Director Freight at Transport for NSW, leading Freight Branch in giving freight a louder voice earlier by raising the profile of freight as a fundamental customer of the transport system, to enable the safe, productive and sustainable movement of goods. Working in partnership across government and with industry to deliver improved freight outcomes for the people of NSW.

With more than a decade of experience in Transport, Susie has played an important role in building strong and trusted relationships with transport customers and the freight industry. With her team, Susie is currently working to ensure that Transport for NSW and government more broadly understands and values the role of freight.

Amidst the challenges of the COVID19 crisis, working in partnership government and the private sector, Transport for NSW played a crucial role in keeping freight moving. This has given the freight industry a new social licence and Susie and her team will be building on the achievements delivered during the crisis to continue to strengthen the relationship with industry and to enable a safe, productive and sustainable transport system for passengers and goods.

Richard Calver is a lawyer with over 40 years’ experience in providing advice to a range of industries and private clients.  He has been with NatRoad on a full time basis since 2017.   He has expertise in workplace relations and general commercial law, as well as being immersed in the details of the HVNL and road traffic law