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Opal card reader breakdowns worst on buses
The Union has been fighting for government action on this for years. Problems with the Opal readers are a daily issue for most […] Read More »
Unionists protest over privatisation
In a slap in the face to workers who may not have a job next year, Premier Mike Baird will […] Read More »
Depot visit a timely personal maintenance reminder for drivers.
A recent visitor to the Leichhardt depot served as a reminder to drivers that a yearly prostate exam is vital […] Read More »
Getting from A to B not for private profit, writes Faruqi
THE NSW government has again shown it doesn’t care about evidence, consultation or the long-term sustainability of our state’s second-largest […] Read More »
Special Newcastle Privatisation Edition of the Bus Express
With all that is happening in Newcastle, it is important to stay up to date. For a recap of the […] Read More »
UNITED WE STAND – Sydney depots move to support Newcastle drivers.
Newcastle Buses will not stand alone as bus drivers from across Sydney have come to the aid of their northern […] Read More »
Privatisation “ambush” is at the expense of public bus and ferry services
Bus and Tram Division Secretary Chris Preston told NBN News that selling off buses in Newcastle was an ambush from […] Read More »
Light rail not the answer for Newcastle
Tram and Bus Division Secretary, Chris Preston, has called for the scrapping of light rail in Newcastle and the introduction […] Read More »
New bus routes a pain for the elderly
With the massive upheaval that has seen George Street closed to traffic, and 330 buses barred from entering the CBD, […] Read More »