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Sydney Rail Strike Update: Everything you need to know
LATEST TRAIN STRIKE UPDATE – Thursday 1:06pm, 21/11/24
The strike has been postponed.
It’s now scheduled for 4:15am Friday November 22 until mid-morning Sunday Nov 24, after negotiation talks and an agreement with the Department of Transport.
Initially, the strike would have started later today; but some disruptions are still expected.
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Which lines are affected by the Sydney train strike?
All of the Sydney city network will be affected:
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- T1 North Shore & Western Line (North Shore, Western, Richmond)
- T2 Leppington & Inner West Line (Inner West, Leppington, City)
- T3 Liverpool & Inner West Line (Liverpool, City)
- T4 Eastern Suburbs & Illawarra Line (Eastern Suburbs, Illawarra, Cronulla
- T5 Leppington & Inner West Line (Inner West, Leppington, City)
- T6 Lidcombe & Bankstown Line (Lidcombe, Bankstown)
- T7 Olympic Park Line (Olympic Park, Lidcombe)
The Light Rail won’t be affected.
Another separate industrial action has already affected lines that connect Sydney to the Blue Mountains, Newcastle, Gosford, the Southern Highlands and the South Coast.
Transport NSW has warned passengers to prepare for significant delays and has advised avoiding peak travel times wherever possible.
Government and Union Deadlock
The RTBU’s demands include:
- A 32% pay increase over four years (8% annually).
- A 35-hour workweek.
The NSW government has countered with a 9.5% pay increase over three years, leading to an impasse. Despite calls for negotiation, both sides remain entrenched. Transport Minister Jo Haylen emphasised that maintaining 24-hour rail services over the weekend is unfeasible without risking network failure.
Jo Haylen quotes running trains 24 hours a day is not sustainable.
ABC News: Keana Naughton
Will other public transport be available?
The light rail, buses and ferries will continue to run as normal.
The Metro Line between Tallawong and Chastwood will be down because of a separate issue: undergoing maintenance on Saturday and Sunday. The Chatswood and Sydenham via the CBD will be unaffected.
However there has been no detail on whether there will be more services to compensate for the additional demand. Therefore you should expect crowding and these services are set to be overpacked.
What Friday and Saturday day events will likely be affected?
Unfortunately some big popular events are also scheduled for this weekend.
- Pearl Jam concert at Sydney Olympic Park (Saturday session, Thursday will have trains running)
- A-League’s Unite Ground is hosting 6 A-league double header rounds (Friday, Saturday and Mid-Morning Sunday)
- Including the Men’s Derby between Sydney FC and Western Sydney Wanderers (Saturday night)
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With Rydo, you can book a cab in advance for 1-11 passengers to prepare and get around the hassle now, or later on demand to avoid the long waits and crowds.
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Key Tips for Travelers:
- Travel outside of peak hours to minimise delays.
- Use carpooling or rideshare services for events and appointments.
- Book your taxi early with Rydo to ensure a smooth journey.
Ongoing Dispute and the Way Forward
This strike is the latest development in a prolonged six-month standoff between the RTBU and the state government. While Transport Minister Haylen has kept communication lines open, no resolution is in sight. The public remains caught in the middle, facing significant inconvenience and uncertainty.
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