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School children left behind
In some parts of Newcastle the shortage of buses in the area has meant that children are being left behind after school because the buses scheduled to pick them up are too full. Read More »
Reports buses skidding up to five metres in wet weather
Buses skidding in wet weather on red bus lanes has been an issue for some time. The union and STA have raised the issue with the Roads and Maritime service and they are now responding by carrying out urgent testing on the bus lanes to find out what the problem is and are looking at doing some maintenance and repair work on the lanes over the Easter weekend. Read More »
Union calling for security screens on all buses
Our recent member survey has shown that 53 per cent of bus drivers have reported being assaulted by a member of the public while at work. Read More »
Union is calling for security screens on all buses
Our recent member survey has shown that 53 per cent of bus drivers have reported being assaulted by a member of the public while at work. Read More »
Reports buses skidding up to five metres in wet weather
The problem of buses skidding on red bus lanes is widespread, with more than 30 drivers sending in written reports to the union and 100 others speaking to the union about their concerns. RMS has responded by carrying out urgent testing and the union is continuing to monitor this issue. Read More »
We’ve just about had enough of Opal
Earlier on Bus Express we wrote about bus drivers’ frustration with the Opal system which constantly crashes, causes safety problems and is responsible for delays. The Bus Division has now taken this issue to the media. Read More »
We’ve just about had enough of Opal
Channel 7 reports on bus drivers’ frustration with the Opal system, including an interview with RTBU Bus and Tram Divisional Secretary Chris Preston. Read More »
Free Injury Advice Service for RTBU members
Since the Government changed the legislation around workers compensation claims, it has been more difficult for our members to get compensation when they are injured at work. Read More »
What happens when bus drivers have to slam on the breaks?
As all bus operators know, it takes much longer to stop a heavy vehicle than it does to stop a light one. Read More »
Patients before profits doorknocking
If you live on the Northern Beaches and are concerned that the new hospital will be built and run by a private corporation – then join nurses and midwives to door knock in Manly on Saturday 21 March. Read More »