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Sydney Rail Unions Lift Work Bans

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Sydney rail unions withdrew more than 350 work bans on 22 January 2025, giving commuters relief.

Key Facts

  • When: 22 January 2025
  • More than 350 work bans withdrawn
  • The government dropped its Fair Work case
  • Premier: Chris Minns
  • The ETU kept some action at first

What Happened

The NSW Government had asked the Fair Work Commission to stop the action. It dropped that case after the bans were lifted, the ABC reported.

Minns said: “I believe we have a strong case.”

Frequently Asked Questions

What did the unions do?

Withdrew more than 350 work bans.

Why?

The dispute was before the Fair Work Commission.

Was it over?

Not fully, talks continued.

Conclusion

Commuters got a break, but the pay dispute went on.

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