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Federal Government must return stolen RATs to transport workers

The Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) today demanded that the Federal Government return all Rapid Antigen Testing (RAT) kits it has taken from transport operators immediately.


 

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Access to free RAT tests for transport workers now more urgent than ever

The escalating crisis in Australia’s transport and logistic freight supply chain is making the need for workers to have access to free Rapid Antigen Test (RAT) kits even more urgent, according to the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU).


 

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Sydney-Newcastle HSR to kick-start Australia’s rail revolution

Anthony Albanese’s High Speed Rail link between Newcastle and Sydney will kick-start a rail revolution in Australia, and a better future for regional communities.


 

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Making it Happen

Hear National Secretary Mark Diamond's opening address to the 2021 RTBU National Council.


 

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Transport NOW October 2021

Access the November edition of the RTBU's national quarterly member magazine, Transport NOW, right here!

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Making sure your skills, quals and standards stay relevant and useful

The way rail, tram and bus workers access training and qualifications has changed significantly over the past few decades.


 

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Katie wanted more from her health fund - and found it!

Following an agonising experience with their for-profit health fund, Katie and her family knew they needed to find a new provider who offered not-for-profit, affordable and useful insurance.


 

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Standing up for secure jobs

Secure work is shaping up to a critical issue in the upcoming Federal election.


 

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Solidarity Selfie: Wear it loud and wear it proud

Put on some union gear and post a selfie to show your solidarity for RTBU members at Sydney Trains and NSW Trains.


 

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One giant leap for rail safety

When Vanessa Low began talking safety with school children along Canberra’s new light rail route, they sat up and took notice.


 

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