Asbestos found on Sydney Metro North West site as union demands answers
By Anna Patty, SMH. Workers at the Sydney Metro North West site who fear they may have been exposed to asbestos returned to work on Friday after the area was shut down for inspection this […] Read More »
NEWSFLASH: Pacific National Bulk & Coal NSW
Pacific National Bulk & Coal NSW Make Your Voice Heard At recent depot meetings, you endorsed your delegates and organisers to apply for a protected action ballot. This ballot is your chance to tell management […] Read More »
Rail safety week kicks off!
Today marks the start of the annual Rail Safety Week, with programs underway all around Australia and New Zealand. An initiative of harm prevention charity the TrackSAFE Foundation, Rail Safety Week runs this year from August […] Read More »
Media Release: Aurizon jobs at risk in sell-off
Media Release, 14 August 2017 Aurizon jobs at risk in sell-off The Rail, Tram and Bus Union is seeking urgent discussions with Aurizon following news today that the jobs of around 50 workers in their […] Read More »
NEWSFLASH: Pacific National Members – It’s Time to Prepare for Action
After overwhelming endorsement by members around the state, a protected action ballot application has just been filed for all Pacific National Bulk, Coal and NSW Vic members. This protected action ballot is your chance to […] Read More »
Update No.6: Asbestos in C and K Sets
The Sydney Trains WHS Divisional Committee has advised the Locomotive Division that the following C and K sets have been tested and verified safe to re-enter service by an external independent Hygienist. Download the Footplate […] Read More »
NEWSFLASH: Have Your Say on Your Agreement
Your RTBU negotiating team have been meeting with Pacific National management to win an agreement that secures jobs, fair conditions and safe work. Now is your chance to have your say on the big issues […] Read More »
Update 2 – Asbestos in C and K Set Trains
A meeting was held on Wednesday with Sydney Trains about the ongoing issue of asbestos in C and K Set Trains and the broader management of asbestos within the Sydney Trains workplace. Representatives from the […] Read More »
Don’t Be Bullied by Management. Know Your Rights.
If a manager approaches or calls you about how or why you are going to vote, you do not have to answer. It is your legal right to participate in the voting confidentially and, in […] Read More »
Fair Work Commission rules to reduce Sunday and public holiday penalty rates for hospitality and retail workers
This morning the Fair Work Commission has ruled that the Sunday and public holiday penalty rates will be reduced for full-time and part-time workers in the hospitality, retail and fast food industries. The Australian Council […] Read More »



