NSW Rail Union Pay Deal Ends Months of Disruptions

The rail union pay deal between the NSW government and RTBU ends months of strikes and secures a 12% wage increase with back pay for thousands of rail workers. This is reported by the railway transport news portal Railway Supply.

After nearly a year of service disruptions, both parties signed the deal on Friday at the Fair Work Commission. The agreement delivers financial certainty and enhanced workplace conditions.

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Rail union pay deal delivers safety and wage gains

Union members had initially sought a 32% raise over four years and a 35-hour week. The final deal, however, grants a 12% increase over three years and retroactive payments.

RTBU NSW Secretary Toby Warnes stressed the importance of commuter safety and worker respect. He said the outcome reflects rail workers’ determination to secure a fair and reliable transport system.

Throughout the dispute, union members faced public criticism but remained focused on long-term benefits for both passengers and employees. Their resolve paid off with an agreement that balances economic responsibility and staff wellbeing.

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Transport Minister John Graham described the deal as a responsible resolution that meets wage expectations and restores commuter confidence. He emphasized that rail users will now benefit from greater service stability.

As part of the agreement, the government will implement a digital disruption management system. This platform replaces outdated paper and phone-based methods, improving response times after incidents.

The Fair Work Commission had already suspended further industrial action until July 1. That deadline became irrelevant once both sides finalized the agreement.

Tensions peaked in recent months, with a former minister accusing the union of strangling the network. Now, the focus turns to rebuilding trust and delivering smoother rail operations across NSW.

Source: www.lismorecitynews.com.au

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