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Probation extension dispute
A class of trainee drivers got a rude shock recently when they were handed letters saying that their six month probation period had been extended to 12 months, with no justification. Read More »
BUDGET 2015/16: Federal Govt has sights set on ARTC
It was rumoured to be included in the Federal Budget, and it was – the Government is looking to privatise the ARTC. Read More »
Shorts are back – big win on Sydney Trains uniforms
After a long battle, Sydney Trains has finally agreed to change its uniforms for train crew. Shorts are now back, polo shirts are coming and the business shirts will now be made from a more […] Read More »
ARTC privatisation? Bad idea, Joe.
The Federal Budget tonight is expected to reveal the Abbott Government is looking to privatise the Australian Rail Track Corporation. Read More »
Moving forward on women’s campaigns
Twenty women from across all RTBU divisions met recently for the biannual Women’s Campaigns Committee (WCC) meeting. Read More »
Reckless ‘train surfers’ put lives at risk
It’s obvious that any kind of train surfing is a dangerous and stupid behaviour which puts the lives of young people at risk. Read More »
RTBU out in force for May Day Parade
More than 5,000 people came together in solidarity to celebrate International Workers Day on Sunday. Read More »
Aurizon ordered to pay worker returning from maternity leave what she deserves
Aurizon has been ordered to pay a driver returning part-time from maternity leave the full pro-rata rate of pay after the RTBU QLD went in to bat for the worker at the Fair Work Commission. Read More »
Storm update
The recent storms across NSW have caused widespread pain across parts of the state. We’ve seen a devastating loss of life and thousands of homes damaged. Read More »
Secretary’s wrap
The recent bad weather has been devastating for many communities across NSW and it’s also been disastrous for our railways. The North Coast rail line is still not operational and is not expected to be […] Read More »
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