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Dutch trains become 100% powered by wind energy
The Guardian reports that all Dutch trains have become 100% powered by electricity generated by wind energy, with the national railway company meeting its renewables target a year earlier than planned. Read More »
Driverless trains on new Aurizon CEO’s wishlist?
The AFR reports that introducing driverless trains and cutting staff could be among the changes that new Aurizon CEO Andrew Harding will make to the company. Read More »
RTBU meet with FLACH, Safework after recent assault
On Thursday your Union and HSR met with FLACH management and Safework NSW inspectors to discuss safety and security and to identify what the company has done to improve safety at the Sandgate office. Read More »
London tube workers react to “savage cuts” with 24-hr strike
London Underground station staff are on strike over safety concerns caused by job cuts and ticket office closures. The 24 hour strike shut down most of London’s subway network on Monday. Read More »
Free Wi-Fi rolled out on 50 Sydney buses
Commuters on Sydney ferries have been using free Wi-Fi for years, and […] Read More »
Saturday passenger numbers drop after Opal fare overhaul, internal report shows
Reported Sydney Morning Herald: Saturday patronage on NSW’s public transport network fell […] Read More »
Graffiti vandals “a real threat”
RTBU’s Lead Passenger Organiser Bob Newham told Channel 7 News that the vandals are a serious threat to staff and passengers. Read More »
Unions Win Bus Privatisation Campaign
The combined unions who work for the STA, including the Bus and […] Read More »
NSW RTBU Remuneration Report for 2016
The RTBU NSW is a member based, state & federally registered trade […] Read More »
Queensland Rail boss resigns
Queensland Rail’s chief operating officer has resigned following ongoing timetable issues and the Christmas Day rostering stuff-up. Read More »