Mt Victoria Social Club send off for Larry Simmon
After 30 years on the tracks, driver Larry Simmons is retiring. The Mt Victoria Social Club is inviting everyone to come along and wish Larry all the best on Saturday 14 November at the Lawson […] Read More »
ACCC raises questions about Asciano takeover
The ACCC has thrown a spanner in the works of Brookfield’s plans to takeover Asciano. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission has said that it has serious concerns about the access regimes relating to the […] Read More »
Survey shows Sydney Trains PR not working
The recent survey of members has shown that no one is buying Sydney Trains’ PR about the reform. Over 350 members completed the survey – 69 per cent of which were drivers. 83 per cent […] Read More »
Pacific National delusional on casuals
Pacific National is insistent that its move to introduce a casual workforce is not a problem for current workers. The company has also refused to admit it is in dispute with the union. Even despite […] Read More »
Sydney Trains reform: latest update
Two meetings were held with Sydney Trains this week to discuss its proposed reforms. We know this reform process is important to you, which is why the Loco and Guards Divisions will continue to keep you […] Read More »
PN’s move to hire casuals
Pacific National has started a process of employing a casual workforce in the Newcastle and Gunnedah Basin region, without any consultation with the union. The company sent a communication out to members in the region […] Read More »
Taree smoko – Nov 2nd. Don’t miss it
The 2015 Taree Retirement ‘Smoko’ is coming up on November 2nd. Make sure you head along. Read More »
Sydney Trains reform survey – have you had your say?
Well over 300 members have completed the Sydney Trains reform survey – a sign that the issue is a key concern for members. The survey is open until COB Monday 12 October, after which the […] Read More »
Secretary’s wrap
We recently asked members to complete a short survey about the Sydney Trains reform process. So far we’ve had a fantastic response, and I’d like to thank everyone who so far have taken the time […] Read More »
Family fun this weekend at Trainworks
The October long weekend is coming up – and if you’re looking for some family fun Trainworks has some great activities planned. There are tours, steam train rides, an art exhibition to commemorate the more than […] Read More »