Recent News
Ask for a changeover if you get a flat tyre
There is an issue at the Ryde depot with bus operators being asked to drive with a flat tyre. The union advises all members to immediately ask for a changeover if you get a flat tyre. Read More »
Bad planning leads to bus chaos in Sydney
Bus drivers and passengers alike were extremely frustrated during peak hour on Monday morning with delays of almost two hours in some areas. But the NSW Government has no plan yet to ensure it doesn’t happen again. Read More »
You don’t have to drive when bus air conditioning is faulty
Bus division union delegates are getting complaints from members claiming that they feel intimidated by Radio Room Officials insisting that they continue to operate buses when the air conditioning has failed. THIS IS UNACCEPTABLE. Read More »
More security needed on Sydney buses
The State Government has announced additional bus services for Sydney. The RTBU […] Read More »
Sick leave support
If you or one of your colleges has had a serious accident or illness and are running out of paid leave, the state government’s sick leave support policy may help. Read More »
RTBU Bus General Election
The Rail Tram & Bus Union, Australia wide will be undergoing an election across all areas for all positions. This election will be conducted by the Australian Electoral Commission and will be divided into three sections: National Positions (Postal Ballot)
State Branch Positions (Postal Ballot) and Tram & Bus Divisional positions (Attendance Ballot) Read More »
Bus Enterprise agreement voted up
Members have overwhelmingly endorsed the proposed new agreement, with 90.34% of members voting in favour. Read More »
Union win on travel time payments
Through a routine dispute over excess travel time payments for drivers on loan from North Sydney to the Northern Beaches, the RTBU discovered the Northern Beaches General Manger was not paying the drivers their correct entitlements. Read More »
Appeal Success!
The outcome of the Casuals/Part Time broken dispute appeal is excellent for Sydney and Newcastle bus drivers. Read More »
Coming to a depot near you…
Union representatives will be coming to all bus depots in the coming weeks to ensure members are fully briefed about what’s in the proposed new Enterprise Agreement. Check with your local delegate about when the briefing will be held in your depot. Read More »