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Wayne Howards retirement party / Christmas Party
The Leppington Stabling Yard Social Club is hosting a joint celebration on November 20th – a farewell to Wayne Howards who is heading off to retirement, and the annual Christmas party. WHEN: Friday 20 November, […] Read More »
Aurizon’s in-cab recording a serious concern for workers
Aurizon’s plans to introduce in-cab video and audio recordings (inward facing cameras) were front and centre in our discussions at the recent RTBU National Council. The union has a number of serious concerns about the […] Read More »
Tangara TMS Upgrade
There are plans underway to replace the original TMS computer system on Tangara trains with a tailored version of the current TOS system on the OSCARs. Read More »
We want to hear from you
We are committed to regularly seeking feedback from members about key issues relating to the Sydney Trains reform. One of the ways which we’ll be doing that is by regular, short surveys. Click here to […] Read More »
Reform working groups announced
Additional depot tour meetings have been added to the Sydney Trains reform depot tour schedule. The names of the delegates involved in the various Sydney Trains reform working groups have also been announced. Click here to […] Read More »
Blacktown Christmas drinks
Celebrate the festive season at the Blacktown Christmas drinks on Friday 11 December. The event starts at 2pm at the Brewhouse, Marayong. All welcome. Read More »
Sydney Trains reform: depot tours
The RTBU Depot Tour will commence next week. The dates, venues and locations for each depot are listed below. Representatives will be in the depot all day, to allow members to drop in whenever suits […] Read More »
BBQ tour a huge success
Over the past weeks, the RTBU BBQ has travelled to Acacia Ridge, Taree, Narrabri, Werris Creek, Muswellbrook, Mudgee, Sydney, Parkes, Broken Hill, Cootamundra, Junee, Moss Vale, Port Kembla, Nowra, and all points in between. The […] Read More »
Secretary’s wrap
Thank you to everyone who took the time to complete our recent Sydney Trains reform survey. We had over 350 responses – 69 per cent of which were from drivers. It’s clear from they survey […] Read More »
Aurizon threatens job loss
Aurizon is threatening to cut around 800 jobs over the next three years as it seeks to slash over $350 million over the next three years. The 800 jobs would be on top of the […] Read More »



