Newcastle line – what’s your take?
The recent revelations out of ICAC have renewed the focus on the State Government’s plans for the Newcastle Rail line. The line, which is due to stop running into the Newcastle CBD from Boxing Day, has been the centre of controversy since the Transport Minister Gladys Berejiklian first announced the plan to truncate the line at Wickham – but the fallout from ICAC in the past weeks has turned the spotlight back on the process. Read More »
Secretary’s wrap
Rail Entities representatives started their tour of worksites this week, holding paid staff meetings to discuss the current enterprise agreement offer. Read More »
RTBU elections – slight changes
The Fair Work Commission has issued an amendment to its original Election Notice for RTBU positions. See the amendment here. Read More »
160 years experience farewelled at the Bowlo
Four long-term railway workers were farewelled by friends, family and co-workers at the Dapto Bowling Club recently. Read More »
UK union reps heading down under
Representatives of the UK train drivers’ union, ASLEF, are coming to visit. Read More »
Rail Entities provides final offer
Rail Entities has announced that it has provided its final offer and that company representatives will commence paid staff briefings on Monday 18 August. Read More »
RTBU elections coming up
Elections for the RTBU National and NSW branch positions for 2014 are drawing near. Read More »
Drivers fight for the right to stand in the rain
Sydney Trains is proposing to change the windscreen rule (TWP 150) – a move the Loco Division says would unnecessarily put drivers and the travelling public at risk. Read More »
Loft meal room closed for renos
The TCAC loft meal room and training room facilities will be closed for much needed renovations for up to a month from Monday 25 August. Read More »
Vale Les Edwards
It is with great sadness that we inform Loco members of the passing of popular former Port Kembla driver, Les Edwards. Read More »