The union also raised concerns about spilled diesel from the trains contaminating the Harding River catchment, which was the main source of drinking water for the towns of Dampier, Karratha, Roebourne, Wickham and Point Samson.
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What the federal budget means for Rail
The Government has provided $9.5 billion over the forward estimates, and $16.5 billion over 10 years, for projects that improve productivity, liveability, and sustainability.
No one injured in Rio train derailment
There have been no injuries recorded after an autonomous train derailed at Rio Tinto’s iron ore operations in the Pilbara region of Western Australia. The […]
Rio Tinto autonomous train derailment left five workers shaken as they escaped potential harm
The Mining and Energy Union says rail workers were left “shaken” and narrowly escaped harm when the train they were repairing was struck by another in Western Australia’s Pilbara region.
Major infrastructure in the pipeline for WA
Over the next four years a total of $11.8 billion has been allocated for new rail and transport infrastructure projects …
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Federal government provides support for Westport
The Australian Government is making critical investments in Western Australian infrastructure, cementing the state’s future growth. In the 2024–25 Budget, …
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Transit officers accept State Government wage offer
The WA Government has welcomed the decision by the Australian Rail, Tram and Bus Industry Union of Employees (ARTBIU) to …
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Shire of Murray endorses plan to revitalise Pinjarra as a tourist railway
The Shire of Murray is one step closer to realising an ambitious plan to revitalise Pinjarra as a tourist railway destination including bespoke accommodation inside […]
July opening date announced from Butler to Yanchep railway extension
The long-awaited railway extension from Butler to Yanchep finally has an opening date, years after initially promised and at twice the cost. Trains on the […]
Yanchep extension start date announced
In a major milestone for the METRONET program, the Australian and Western Australian governments have announced passenger train services on …
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