Werris Creek retirements
Congratulations to retiring Werris Creek CountryLink drivers John Currey, David Heywood and Robert Lovett who were presented with RTBU 30 year membership plaques at a farewell held for the trio on Saturday night. Read More »
Go in the ballot for the RTBU holiday park over Christmas!
Located on the waterfront in Jervis Bay, the RTBU holiday park is the perfect spot to spend a holiday with family and friends. Read More »
PN Bulk Rail EA gets the nod
The Pacific National Bulk Rail EA for 2013 has now officially been approved, with members voting overwhelmingly in favour of the agreement. Read More »
Drivers at SSR made redundant
20 drivers form the Southern Railway Service Sydney and Newcastle depots were made redundant this week, with the company citing a significant downturn in operations for the mass lay off. Read More »
New Sydney and NSW Trains management
The new business groups of RailCorp – NSW and Sydney Trains – have commenced operations as of July 1, 2013. Read More »
Transfer policy upheld
RailCorp has agreed to advertise a vacant driver trainer’s position, after the Loco Division disputed the company’s attempted direct appointment. Read More »
RailCorp fails on route knowledge
Reports of RailCorp drivers being pressured into driving trains on routes they’re not qualified for have raised serious safety concerns recently. Read More »
Taree Centenary celebrations
100 years on, and the Taree Railway can still put on a good show. Read More »
Sydney and NSW Trains depot tour
A Sydney and NSW Trains depot tour will begin in July, providing members with an opportunity to discuss the upcoming enterprise agreement and general issues affecting workers. Read More »
Loco Division fights for entitlements after El Zorro collapse
The Loco Division has been working to protect the entitlements of members at the now collapsed El Zorro, and to ensure new employment is found for those still out of work. Read More »