Recent News
‘Spit kits’ urgently needed to protect transport staff from disgusting spitting assaults
Being spat on is one of the most degrading and insulting forms of assault, and unfortunately for transport workers this disgusting act appears to be on the rise. We’re calling for spit kits to be introduced on our public transport network. Read More »
Transport NOW – July
The latest edition of Transport NOW – the RTBU National monthly bulletin – is now available online. Read More »
Banning thugs on our public transport a good idea
Shadow Transport Minister Ryan Park is advocating for legislation which would ban thugs who commit serious offences on our transport networks from using these services. The RTBU is supporting the proposal. Read More »
Maternity uniforms needed
Currently if you are a pregnant employee of STA your only option is to request a ‘made to measure’ uniform which would cost you extra out of your uniforms allowance. Read More »
Biggest strike in 13 years shuts down the London Underground
Transport workers in London have engaged in the biggest strike in 13 years and have brought the entire London Underground network to a standstill.
Lodgement of Step 2 Dispute – Station Hubs
Bulletin 38 – To: RTBU Station Staff Members, NOT FOR 8 HOURS […] Read More »
Guards Blue Light
The July edition of the Blue Light, the RTBU Guards Sub Division […] Read More »
What does Pacific National have to hide?
As many of our Pacific National members would know, we have serious concerns about the labour rationalisation process at Cootamundra, Parkes and IBT depots. The Loco division recently initiated a dispute about the labour rationalisation process at the Fair Work Commission. Read More »
Special Notice to RTBU Members Election for NSW Branch Vacant Positions
Bulletin 35 – To: All RTBU Members The attached information has been […] Read More »
Clearance of Excess Accrued Public Holiday Arrangements – Sydney Trains
Bulletin 37 – TO ALL RTBU Members (Sydney Trains) Members are advised […] Read More »