Recent News
Safety of Newcastle commuters in jeopardy if guards removed
The safety of Newcastle commuters is in jeopardy with the Government considering a proposal to remove guards from the New Intercity Fleet, says Member for Newcastle Tim Crakanthorp. Read More »
NIF update: Loco Division opposes DOO in its entirety
Our opposition is based on a range of reasons including the safety of drivers and the travelling public, as well as retention of employment within the guards’ ranks. Read More »
Media Release – NIF welcomed, but accessibility still a concern
Despite customer comfort at the centre of the government’s proposed New […] Read More »
The Guard’s Blue Light – March 2016
The March edition of the Guard’s Blue Light is now available. Click […] Read More »
Guard’s Blue Light – February 2016
The latest edition of the Guard’s Blue Light is now available. To […] Read More »
Guard’s Blue Light – January 2016
The latest edition of the Guard’s Blue Light is now available. To […] Read More »
Guard’s Blue Light – November 2015
The latest edition of the Guard’s Blue Light is now available. To […] Read More »
Sydney Trains – Reform Update No.6
RTBU Guard members are advised that representatives from the RTBU Locomotive Division and Guards Sub-Division met with Sydney Trains on the 29th and 30th September for Sydney Trains to provide further detail on Aggregate Allowances and Sample Rosters. Read More »
Key stations left without a single security guard
This decision by the NSW Government to leave stations unattended may save a few dollars but will put the safety of commuters and transport workers at even more risk of being subject to violent assault. Read More »
Guards and CSAs – have your say
What do you think about the introduction of a paddle light system to replace flags? We are running a short survey to find out what Guards and CSA’s think about this issue. Read More »