Sydney commuters have been told to avoid rail travel and instead book taxis or rideshares, as the state government warned a “sneak strike” that led to a quarter of all morning trains being cancelled would result in worse evening disruptions.
Pay negotiations between the New South Wales government and rail unions broke down again on Thursday night before the treasurer, Daniel Mookhey, blasted the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) on Friday over its demand for a $4,500 bonus payment.
