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Queensland Rail’s new train order derailed
The Queensland Government has halted the delivery of new trains for Queensland Rail (QR) from the manufacturer in India, because of ongoing problems with their operation. Read more via the ABC. Read More »
High Court rules in favour of QLD rail workers
Rail workers in Queensland have had a big win recently, with the High Court upholding a challenge to a decision by the former Newman Government that shifted employees into the state’s IR system. Read More »
QR members vote up EA
QR Intermodal members recently voted in favour of a 10 month roll over the old EA – with the addition of a few key changes. Read More »
QR Intermodal workers set for a good agreement
QR Intermodal members look set to receive a good outcome in Enterprise Agreement negotiations, with the company coming to the table on a number of areas outlined by the membership. Read More »
QR to slash over 500 jobs
QR National has announced that it will slash at least 500 jobs across the company nationally – a move which will devastate workers and local communities. The job cuts follow the 600 voluntary redundancies it announced last […] Read More »
Major improvements at Glenlee
Health and safety conditions at QR Interail’s Glenlee rail siding have improved dramatically following action by the Loco Division. Loco Division representatives Keith McMahon and Kevin Pryor first inspected the site three months ago, noting […] Read More »



