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Incompetent Constance bungles another billion dollar transport project
Media Release – July 27, 2017 The rank incompetence of so-called Minister […] Read More »
Foreshadowed tolls make rail look better for South Coast commuters
Ten bucks each way, then add parking, fuel and frustration once you come off the F6 extension and enter the fray of Sydney traffic – you’re better off on the train. Read More »
Fair Work Commission takes first step in reducing Australia’s casualisation epidemic
The casualisation of the workforce across Australian industries is at a critical […] Read More »
Blue Mountains rail celebrates 150 years
When the Great Western Line opened up 150 years ago there was no pomp and ceremony. Read More »
UK rail passenger satisfaction ‘little changed in a decade’
Despite promises of ‘better, more reliable services’, the reality of privatised rail […] Read More »
The power and passion of union boss Sally McManus
As ACTU president Ged Kearney told The Guardian: “This is the time for Sally McManus. She hasn’t changed to meet the times. Finally, the times have caught up with Sally.” Read More »
The power and passion of union boss Sally McManus
The Guardian has published an excellent profile on ACTU Secretary Sally McManus. It’s long, but it’s well worth the read! Read More »
Fleet Maintenance Cleaners – Asbestos Update
Bulletin 37 – 2017 To: RTBU Members; Fleet Maintenance Cleaners On […] Read More »
ALP left seeks to lift taxes, boost the ‘right to strike’
The RTBU’s motion to force labour-hire firms tendering for government business to enter into enterprise agreements with unions may win some backing. Read More »
ALP left seeks to lift taxes, boost the ‘right to strike’
The RTBU’s motion to force labour-hire firms tendering for government business to enter into enterprise agreements with unions may also win some backing, the Australian reports. Read More »