Newcastle workers vow to protect public transport
While Premier Mike Baird was lunching at the $175 a head Property Council event, hundreds of workers gathered across the road to protest the NSW Government’s move to privatise Newcastle’s buses, ferries and light rail. […] Read More »
QUBE members say no to EA
QUBE members have rejected the company enterprise agreement once again, with a very close ballot narrowly resulting in a ‘no’ vote. The Loco Division has made every attempt to negotiate an outcome that delivers the […] Read More »
ETR Reunion
Come along and catch up with mates at the reunion for past and present ETR Drivers and Guards. 11am, Saturday 16 January 2016 Lidcombe Bowling Club 3 James Street, Lidcombe Cost is $10 for food […] Read More »
Newcastle ‘stop the privatisation’ rally: 1 December
The NSW Government recently announced its plans to privatise Newcastle’s buses, ferries and light rail. Join the rally calling on the Premier to stop the sell off of our vital pubic transport services on 1 […] Read More »
Penrith depot Christmas drinks
Head along to the Red Cow Hotel on Friday 18 December for the Penrith depot Christmas celebration. The festivities kick off at 11.30am, and everyone is welcome. Lunch will be provided for Penrith Depot employees […] Read More »
Porta-loos on the Locos?
Last week the Loco Division met with GM Aurizon Coal to discuss their recent proposal to replace the toilets on the locomotives with portable toilets, similar to camping toilets. The move is designed to save money […] Read More »
Fatigue risk for PN drivers
The Loco Division is very concerned about reports of members being forced to drive from Gunnedah back to Werris Creek after driving their train for more than 10 hours. This situation has come about as a result […] Read More »
Boggabri viaduct update
The RTBU was forced to refer the Boggabri viaduct to the regulator and Safe Work NSW after concerns were raised about the lack of emergency and safety systems in place on the section of track. […] Read More »
Secretary’s wrap
NSW sweltered in 40+ degree heat today, which as we all know can have a significant impact on our transport systems and workers. As this brutal reminder that summer is here hit us today, I’d […] Read More »
Sick Leave/Emergency Leave (Natural Disasters) and Overtime Dispute
The Loco Division is in dispute with NSW Trains over its refusal to pay sick leave for rostered shifts that fall on the period roster but not on the master roster (i.e. an additional or extra […] Read More »