Gold Coast railway: new train station designs revealed
Two new railway stations are to be built in the Gold Coast as an expansion to the heavy rail line at Pimpama. The location of the stations have been determined according to demand from commuters, […] Read More »
Rail line suffers as summer heats up
With summer approaching and the fire season in full throttle, we have seen the North Coast Line cut at Rappville with at least 2 viaducts burnt out and up to 6 bridges, signals and signaling […] Read More »
Parkes Freight Terminal
Pacific National recently notified employees that they were starting consultation on moving to their new freight terminal. One would think this is a good thing however it was not until PN had built their terminal […] Read More »
NSW Trains Directors’ Self Recognition Awards: ‘All the glitters is not gold’
As Members would be aware, the rock fall at Glenbrook in April caused chaos on the Main Western Line for weeks with commuters forced to catch buses whilst urgent repairs were undertaken. As a result […] Read More »
2019 Blacktown Christmas Drinks
Hi members, you’re all invited! Friday 13th December 2019 at Adams Tavern, Richmond Rd, Blacktown (change of venue due to renovations at Marayong Brewhouse). From 2:00pm – whenever (party on if you like). Everybody’s welcome […] Read More »
Taree Smoko, 4 Nov. Don’t miss out!
It’s back again – the annual ‘Taree Smoko’ is on the 4th of November. The event will be held at the Taree Railway Bowling Club (116 High St, Taree) at 11am. A small $20 fee payable […] Read More »
Loco Express: Secretary’s Report
September 27, 2019 Secretary’s Message Dear members, There’s been a lot happening in the Loco Division since our last communication. We have been working hard to help members deal with all the obstacles thrown in […] Read More »
Members drink with international comrades ASLEF and JRU
Sydney Trains Locomotive Division Members recently gathered to share a drink with our international comrades from the UK and Japan who were in town for our 2019 Divisional Conference. Members trekked to the Aurora Hotel […] Read More »
Media Release: Public transport is key to Sydney’s future – and the Metro won’t cut it
Leaders from politics and industry have called for a greater focus on public transport to cope with Sydney’s population growth, as the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) NSW backs the intent but insists the […] Read More »
A new room for NSW Trains drivers at Eveleigh
After 18 months of negotiations by both the Regional and Intercity delegates, NSW Trains’ shed drivers have finally gotten their own room at Eveleigh. For years we have either had to share cramped facilities with […] Read More »