Sydney Train Services Disrupted by Industrial Action as Pay Dispute Escalates

Rail unions impose work bans and reduced train speeds, causing widespread delays, while rejecting a new pay offer from the NSW government.

Sydney commuters face significant train delays and cancellations due to industrial action by rail unions, with disruptions expected to worsen throughout the week.
Rail unions have implemented work bans, including a 23km/h speed limit for train crews and restrictions on reinstating canceled services, heavily impacting the network's operations.
The NSW government has proposed a 13% pay rise over four years, along with a 1% superannuation increase and another 1% tied to productivity gains, which unions have not yet accepted.
The Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) is demanding a 32% pay rise over four years, along with improved working conditions, and has criticized the government for proposing changes that could compromise safety measures.
Legal action has been launched by the RTBU against Sydney Trains for docking pay of workers participating in partial work bans, further intensifying the eight-month-long dispute.