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International Workers Day
This Saturday April 28 is the International Day of Mourning, remembering workers who have been injured or killed on the job. The event will be held at between 10am and 11am at Blacktown Showground. The […] Read More »
RTBU Locomotive member WIN sets state-wide precedent
In an excellent win not just for our member, but for workers across NSW, the Workers Compensation Commission has made a landmark decision to grant compensation for retired railway worker Sam Baldacchino for an injury […] Read More »
The Australian: Pacific National boss rails against road lobby dominance
The Australian, Matt Chambers. Pacific National boss Dean Dalla Valle is on a mission to boost rail’s public and policy presence, saying an industry voice has been sorely lacking in a nation facing a surge […] Read More »
NSW Trains – Fatigue Risk Management Plan
The RTBU has recently been consulted regarding a fatigue risk management plan which NSW Trains intends to undertake over the coming months. Initially, roster construction and fatigue management applications will be reviewed for On Board […] Read More »
Sydney/NSW Trains – Critical Incident Response Procedure
As members will be aware, the Sydney/NSW Trains Critical Incident Response procedure has now been expanded to include all employees of Sydney Trains as a part of the recent EA negotiations. The Loco Division has […] Read More »
Aurizon Intermodal finishes up
Aurizon Intermodal has now finally finished its operations, meaning the sad loss of over 250 jobs. The last train worked was 1451 from Enfield to Carrington and return 4152 to Enfield on the 31st March 2018. […] Read More »
Footplate: Diagrams in Excess of 193km
The Locomotive Division wishes to remind Members of their long held condition of employment regarding rostering of diagrams in excess of 193 kilometres. Download the footplate here. Read More »
Eveleigh driver trainer donates time to support great cause
When Eveleigh Sub Division member and Driver Trainer, Gary Pontifex, is not fighting fires with the RFS in his spare time, he is out there supporting charities. One charity in particular that Gary is passionate […] Read More »
Retired driver speaks up about railway tragedies
Trigger warning: death and suicide. If you need support, please call Lifeline on 13 11 14. Image: Saber Baluch, SBS Insight This week’s insight program will feature a story from Mick White, a retired driver and RTBU Locomotive Division […] Read More »
Loco a hit at ‘Fight for the Right to Strike’
Last Saturday saw the “Fight for the Right to Strike” public meeting held at the Maritime Union of Australia’s Sydney Office. The event was standing room only as well over 100 attendees witnessed addresses from […] Read More »
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