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Do you know more about Sydney’s trains than commuters? Take the quiz
Think you know a fair bit about Sydney’s trains? The Sydney Morning Herald is running what it is describing as the great Sydney rail quiz. Click here to test your knowledge. Will our train crew […] Read More »
Union secures travel savings for members
Pack your bags, because RTBU members can now enjoy savings on all TFE Group hotels! In great news for those looking to get away, the union has secured a new deal that will give members […] Read More »
Hot weather causing Aurizon train failures
Aurizon Coal trains have been experiencing a number of failures on the No 3 tunnel on the Ulan line in hot weather. This is a big concern for affected members and their local delegate has […] Read More »
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 »
BBQ tour coming your way!
We’re busy finalising the dates and venues for the famous Loco BBQ tour, coming soon to a depot near you! As soon as we have the details we’ll be posting them right here on Loco […] 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 »
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