The Herald's View: A city of Sydney’s size and economic sophistication relies heavily on an efficient mass transportation system. It is ridiculous that this convoluted industrial dispute has dragged on for so long and cost so much
in the state has plummeted during the past few months amid rising costs, worker shortages and supply chain disruptions. Consumer sentiment has also soured as households grapple with high inflation and rising interest rates.Advertisement
There was some sympathy for the rail workers’ cause when the industrial dispute began, but this is quickly evaporating. With a state election months away, the union now seems intent on damaging the Coalition, regardless of the merits of its claims. The rail union wants the deed signed by the government before completing negotiations over a new pay deal. The government has demanded both the train fleet modifications and a new enterprise agreement be completed together.
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