Travellers are one again facing long delays at Sydney airport due to security staff calling in sick. SophieUpcroft 9News MORE:
The cause of today's delays is staff calling in sick meaning security screening lanes couldn't be opened.Line wrapped through the airport and out the door."Our security contractor has had significant staff sick leave today, meaning some security screening lanes were not able to be opened," a spokesperson for Sydney Airport said.
"We have customer service staff on the ground bringing passengers forward according to flight priority.READ MORE:Travellers are warned to leave extra time when heading to the airport."It's a bit excessive but we have to put up with what we put up with," one traveller said.Italy's Lake Garda shrinks to near-historic low amid drought
It's not the first time Sydney Airport has faced long queues and delays as the site battles staff shortages.
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