This policy sets out the rights and responsibilities that apply to a member when they choose the Australian Rail Tram and Bus Union, Western Australia Branch ‘ARTBIU’ to act on their behalf to pursue or defend a matter. Click here to see the updated ARTBIU…

The Registered Organisations Services Branch of the Commission assists the General Manager in regulating registered organisations and their officers. We also often receive questions from members interested in participating in the governance of their organisations and what they can and can’t do.  In response to…

Many across our union and the rail network have been deeply saddened by the recent loss of our friend and colleague, Marty Wright.Marty was a proud RTBU member who embodied the true spirit of solidarity and mateship. Across his many years with the Public Transport…

Dear Members, After every financial year (Jan 1 – Dec 31), our Federal WA Branch is required to prepare certain financial reports under the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009 (Cth), and the State WA Branch under WA’s Industrial Relations Act 1979. The Full Report…

A new national standard for Rail Health Assessments came into force on 11 November 2024. We’ve developed the below Fact Sheet to assist members. 

As a member of the RTBU WA Branch, you are also covered under our Journey Accident Insurance policy. In Western Australia, Workers’ Compensation insurance doesn’t cover employees who are injured whilst travelling to or from work. The Journey Cover put in place by RTBU addresses…

Dear Members, The RTBU will only initiate, or defend, a matter on behalf of a member if there is merit in the matter. This usually requires there to be evidence in support of the claim or a valid defence to counter an allegation. This policy…

Dear Members, We have recently updated our Membership Information Booklet. Please click here to view and download. In unity, Joshua Dekuyer | Branch Secretary

After every financial year (Jan 1 – Dec 31), our Federal WA Branch is required to prepare certain financial reports under the Fair Work (Registered Organisations) Act 2009 (Cth), and the State WA Branch under WA’s Industrial Relations Act 1979. The Full Report for the…

Dear Members, Under the RTBU rules, nationally, there is a requirement for another election (Casual Vacancy and Insufficient Nominations Election) to be held for those positions not filled at the General Election, nor the previously held Insufficient Nominations Election back in 2023. WA nominations will…

Dear Members, Great news! Our ‘Section 71’ was issued officially by the WAIRC on May 9, 2023. What a historic day! Steps are now being taken to execute the Deed of Agreement and provide it to counsel who will then file it and have that…

Dear Members, The declaration of the results (Recall Election) for the Western Australia Branch uncontested offices is attached below. E2022-65 WA Uncontested Declaration of Results A copy of the attached Declaration has been forwarded to all candidates. In Unity, Joshua Dekuyer | Branch Secretary

Dear Member RE: Notice to Members of the Australian Rail, Tram and Bus Industry Union of Employees, West Australian Branch Yesterday, 6 February 2023, the registry WAIRC advised the Union’s legal representative that after consultation with the Chief Commissioner, the Registrar approved the registration of the…

Dear Members, Under the RTBU rules, a further recall election (Insufficient Nominations Election) needs to occur for any positions not filled at the General Election. Please find attached: the AEC Notice with the details of WA positions that are vacant and the timetable for any…