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'For too long we've watched transport in the Hunter go backwards': Labor backs train plan

NSW Labor has endorsed an investigation into reintroducing passenger trains to a rapidly growing part of the Hunter.

Newcastle Herald · Jul 28

NSW Commuters To Cop 2 Days Of Fare-Free Trains After Industrial Action Chaos

NSW commuters will be copping two days of fare-free travel on Sydney trains and metros to make up for the chaos from industrial action.

Pedestrian.tv · Jul 6, 2025

Passengers hold on as driverless Metro train speeds through Sydney tunnel with an open door

Rail union wants network temporarily shut down and an investigation into ‘one of the worst safety incidents we’ve seen’

The Guardian - AU · Apr 2, 2025

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Rail trust to be rebuilt with public 'hostage' no more

A state government accepts it has a job to do rebuilding trust with its rail commuters after a union was forced to pause industrial action.

AAP · Feb 20, 2025

Rail commuters get reprieve as union action halted

A union stoush that has crippled services on the nation's biggest rail network for months has been put into a cooling off period for the next four months.

AAP · Feb 19, 2025

What is the Sydney trains dispute really about – and how much do drivers earn?

Nine months into negotiations between the NSW government and rail unions, there’s no clear end in sight

The Guardian - AU · Feb 18, 2025

More Than 300 Trains Cancelled Before 6am In Sydney So For The Love Of God, Stay Home

Everyone caught up in the industrial action gets to buy themselves a little treat today, end of discussion.

Pedestrian.tv · Feb 16, 2025

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‘Work from home if you can’: Sydney commuters warned of more public transport chaos

Train workers claim Fair Work Commission win as rail union warns of more potential delays and disruptions across network

The Guardian - AU · Feb 16, 2025

Train delays ahead as workers win right to action

A rail union has won a decisive victory at the Fair Work Commission to engage in industrial action, spelling more delays and cancellations for NSW commuters.

AAP · Feb 16, 2025

Hundreds of Sydney trains cancelled as negotiations break down between government and rail unions

NSW treasurer accuses union of ‘gaslighting’ the city on a day when 576 train drivers and guards failed to show up to work

The Guardian - AU · Feb 13, 2025

Sneak strike 'gaslights' commuters on Valentine's Day

Authorities are blaming a "sneak strike" for the cancellation or delay of more than 1200 train services amid union claims workers were locked out.

AAP · Feb 13, 2025

Threat of more Sydney train chaos lingers despite government’s pay deal hopes

Prospect of further public transport disruption remains despite unions’ commitment to halt work bans

The Guardian - AU · Jan 22, 2025

More travel turmoil with negotiations off the rails

An industrial stoush threatens to cripple the nation's busiest rail network as passengers were left stranded and trains came to an extended halt at platforms.

AAP · Jan 14, 2025

Sydney trains to run on New Year’s Eve as unions and Minns government reach last-minute deal

Government and unions still in deadlock over pay as NSW opposition warns of ‘chaos kicked down the road’

The Guardian - AU · Dec 24, 2024

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AAP · Dec 23, 2024

New Year's show goes on but fireworks loom in train row

Millions of people can enjoy Sydney's world-famous New Year's Eve fireworks after a union and government paused a pay fight during the holidays.

The Guardian - AU · Dec 23, 2024

Minns government rejects union peace offer as trains standoff threatens Sydney’s New Year’s Eve

NSW premier insists he is ‘not trying to be bloody minded’ as government holds out against pay rise demand

AAP · Dec 22, 2024

Work bans dropped after premier knocks back free fares

A long-running stand-off between a transport union and state Labor government over pay appears a long way from resolution as a peace deal is rejected.

Pedestrian.tv · Dec 21, 2024

Over 350 Sydney Train Services Scrapped Amid Ongoing Industrial Action

Sydney's train network is in a bit of a pickle today, with hundreds of services cancelled or delayed thanks to ongoing industrial action by the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU).

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The Guardian - AU · Dec 21, 2024

Sydney commuters warned of more than 350 cancelled trains due to industrial action across network

NSW minister renews calls for action to end as people are urged to avoid non-essential travel days out from Christmas

AAP · Dec 20, 2024

Train pain ahead of New Year's Eve fireworks threat

Cancelling Australia's biggest New Year's Eve fireworks display could send businesses to the wall, but the impacts of rail network chaos are already in play.

The Independent UK · Dec 20, 2024

Sydney New Year’s Eve fireworks could be cancelled due to train strike, police warn

Union accuses police of scaremongering over industrial action

Pedestrian.tv · Dec 19, 2024

Sydney Train Strikes Are Back With 200 Bans Announced So Maybe Rethink Your NYE Plans

Industrial action is set to resume following a significant Federal Court ruling that has reignited tensions between rail unions and the NSW government.

The Guardian - AU · Dec 19, 2024

Sydney train delays: commuters warned industrial action could cause ‘significant’ disruptions ahead of New Year’s Eve

Federal court dismisses NSW government’s attempt to stop action – including work stoppages that could lead to a train strike

AAP · Dec 8, 2024

Trains and a pay deal delayed as court halts work bans

State leaders jumped the gun going to court to stop industrial action on the nation's largest city rail network, a union says.

AAP · Nov 2, 2024

Calls for 24/7 public transport as patronage increases

Workers summoned back to offices have boosted patronage as weekend trips by families and tourists rise, with calls for constant operation of public transport.

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