Sydney Trains will be closed across the network for FOUR DAYS as Australia’s biggest city comes to a standstill: what you need to know
- No train services from Thursday to Sunday
Sydney’s rail network will come to a complete standstill for four days after negotiations between the state government and the Rail Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) collapsed.
The union last week called on the NSW government to operate all rail lines for 24 hours from Thursday to Sunday or all services would be shut down.
The government initially agreed, but told the RTBU this week that only a 24-hour service between Hornsby and Strathfield would be possible.
NSW Transport Minister Jo Haylen said the union rejected this compromise at a meeting on Tuesday and would launch a four-day strike.
“We have respectfully asked the unions to withdraw these bans,” Ms Haylen said.
“Unfortunately, they have yet to do that.
‘These bans make it increasingly difficult for us to operate our train network and mean passengers can expect disruptions later this week.
“That could mean a complete cessation of activities on the rail network.”
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Sydney’s rail network will come to a complete standstill for four days after negotiations between the government and the Rail Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) collapsed (pictured, Town Hall station)
