Transport Minister JO HAYLEN – Media Statement
Friday, 20 September 2024
The NSW Government thanks the Rail Tram and Bus Union for their cooperation today that has ensured train services for Saturday and Sunday’s special events, and a lifting of a series of work bans that were restricting network operations.
We’ll now also be able to progress the conversion of the T3 line from Sydenham to Bankstown to create the Southwest Metro.
We have had very productive conversations, and I am pleased that we have been able to reach an agreement that enables both the Unions and Government to move ahead.
We recognise the questions the union has about the future operation of the Southwest Metro.
Following today’s discussions, we have agreed to additional staffing on the Southwest Metro.
Just like the current operation of the City Metro section, Southwest Metro will have a Metro Trains Sydney staff member present on every train and every platform once operational.
We have agreed together to commence an intensive period of bargaining, to accelerate the work on a new Enterprise Agreement for Sydney Trains and NSW Trains.
I will meet with the rail unions again next week to progress all matters.
