What’s a truckie’s job?

Let's give a little recognition

To the Aussie trucking tradition.

They're hard workin' men,

Drivin' down the road again.

"Workin' all night long,

Singin' the truckies song;

This is where there's loads of fun,

But their job is never done"

They pull into a servo for a feed,

And a steamy hot shower well in need.

They're great Australian blokes,

With a washer, towel and smelly soaps.

Once they've had a few hours' rest,

They return to the road, where they perform best.

Dropping off products for you,

Then at the next big city, too.

When you see them shiny rigs and bright lights,

Just keep drivin' on into the night.

Sittin' up there in the cab is a dedicated trucker,

Who won't make it home for supper.

With wives and children all at home,

They can only keep in touch by mobile phone.

Sometimes they're gone for a night or two,

Other days, they haven't a clue.

Now the government's got a new fatigue law,

 With work diaries and lots more.

Our roads could be a safer place,

'Cause there's no need for a roaring race