KDH – negotiations update

The RTBU Bargaining Committee met with KDH on July 25th, 2025.

Unfortunately, KDH refused to discuss the seven key issues raised by the members – even despite the fact the RTBU had advised them what we wanted to discuss, in writing, prior to the meeting.

KDH reasoning behind this refusal was that the RTBU also wanted to discuss previously rejected clause changes and claims that were previously refused.

Keolis Downer’s belief was that all of these discussions needed to be in writing. They were unaware that these clauses were still up for discussion even though the RTBU had advised them that they would always be up for continued negotiation.

The RTBU has requested in writing that KDH outline the reasoning behind these claims being refused so the bargaining committee can look over the response and establish what can be pursued from here on in.

If this takes place, the committee will review this information on Wednesday July 30th and we are seeking a meeting prior to our hearing in the Fair Work Commission on Monday August 4th.