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PN cab fumes under investigation
Locomotive fumes, sanding particles and other materials are still finding their way into Pacific National cabs. The problem is being caused by poor sealing around windows and doors and is especially bad on the 92 […] Read More »
Voluntary redundancies at PN’s Hunter depot
As many of you would already know, Pacific National is seeking 46 voluntary redundancies at its Hunter Valley depot in NSW. The Loco Division is keeping a close eye on this process to ensure that […] Read More »
QUBE EA negotiations likely to come to another vote
With members voting down the proposed Enterprise Agreement in December last year, the RTBU and you EA Delegates met with QUBE management last week to get the ball rolling again for the new year. This […] Read More »
Wayside speed detection now online
The recently installed Wayside detection equipment are up and running at various locations throughout the network. While they are for detecting wheel variances and sticking brakes, the equipment can also be utilised to detect train […] Read More »
Aurizon and the shed of secrets
Despite revenue of more than $3.7 billion last year, where is the best place that Aurizon thought they should store employee training records and copies of private drivers licences? A safe? No. A vault? No. […] Read More »
Working conditions flushed as Aurizon install Porta Pottis
Camping toilets have been installed in trains across Central Queensland with attempts to bring them to the Hunter in what Aurizon considers to be acceptable conditions for workers. These locomotives were built with toilets, it […] Read More »
Safety under threat as driver training fails grade
The commissioning of the new Granville to Westmead signals have seen a notice of dispute lodged with Sydney Trains after the headways “upgrades” have raised new safety concerns. A number of problems have already been […] Read More »
Secretary’s wrap
As another year draws to an end, I’d like to take this opportunity on behalf of the Loco Division Executive and Divisional Council to wish you all a very merry Christmas and thank you for […] Read More »
What’s happening in NZ?
Want to hear about what our comrades in New Zealand are up to? Check out the latest edition of the Rail and Maritime Transport Union newsletter, The Activist here. Read More »
Enfield Smoko
The recent Enfield Smoko was a raging success, with Peter Marshall somehow managing to keep the crowd of 150+ in toe. Eight retirees were farewelled at the event, including Bob Matheson, John Sexton, Greg Harrison, […] Read More »
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