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Transport NOW – latest edition
The latest edition of the RTBU’s Transport NOW newsletter has just been released. Read More »
RTBU seeks urgent clarification over Pacific National job losses
The RTBU is extremely concerned about reports that Pacific National’s parent company Asciano plans to reduce its total workforce by 500 positions. Read More »
Disappointing start to TCAC refurb
It’s been a disappointing start to refurbishments of the TCAC office area and the associated amenities attached to the building. Read More »
Central crew amenities to get a make-over
Sydney Trains has commenced a much needed refurbishment program of crew facilities at Central. Read More »
Secretary’s wrap
The dispute with Pacific National over its current attempt to make large numbers of jobs redundant has been keeping all of us in the Loco Division very busy – but so far it’s proving to be worth it, with the company agreeing to hold off on forced redundancies for now. Read More »
Rail Entities talks continue
Forced redundancies and salary maintenance are among the key issues being discussed during ongoing negotiations between Rail Entities and the Combined Rail Unions. Read More »
Pacific National losses 136 years service
Pacific National’s call for voluntary redundancies has resulted in four drivers from Sydney Freight Terminal PN deciding to leave the company, taking with them over 136 years worth of experience. Read More »
The IR debate – has it been hijacked?
Do we need IR reform to improve productivity and competitiveness? Do our “militant” unions have too much power? Is there really a wages boom or are we just falling for the spin of our conservative […] Read More »
Focus on staff safety
Following a spate of recent incidents where NSW transport workers have been bashed, threatened and abused, the union has launched a campaign calling on the NSW Government to guarantee the safety of the workforce. Read More »
Public transport security reaching crisis point
The NSW Rail, Tram and Bus Union is calling on the NSW Government to address failing security measures across the NSW transport network following recent attacks on transport workers including a group of thugs giving […] Read More »