December 21st 2024.
Tonight, Luna Park is taking legal action to ensure that their highly-anticipated New Year's Eve celebration goes on as planned. However, their plans have been thrown into disarray due to the rail union's decision to go on strike. This has caused great concern for the venue, especially since all 6500 tickets have already been sold. Luna Park is not the only entertainment venue facing this issue, as others are also considering their legal options.
The timing of this industrial action has been a major cause for worry, especially since it comes on one of the busiest nights of the year. The Rail, Tram and Bus Union has chosen to continue their strike, despite Police Commissioner Karen Webb's warning that the New Year's Eve fireworks may have to be cancelled. The union claims that their action will not greatly affect passengers, but rather the distance that staff can travel during their shifts.
Minister for Transport Jo Haylen has expressed her frustration with the situation, stating that any level of industrial action on New Year's Eve is unacceptable. She emphasizes the importance of reliable train services in safely transporting millions of people to and from the harbour foreshore. The NSW government is taking action by meeting with Fair Work on Tuesday to prevent any further disruptions during this busy time.
Meanwhile, the ongoing strike has caused over 350 train services to be cancelled today. The T1 North Shore Line, T2 Leppington and Inner West Line, T3 Liverpool & Inner West Line, and T8 Airport Line have been the most affected. Sydney Trains Chief Executive Matt Longland has acknowledged the inconvenience this has caused for passengers, with some experiencing gaps of up to an hour between trains. He urges people to avoid non-essential travel and to allow for extra time when planning their journeys.
One of the main priorities for Sydney Trains during this time is ensuring reliable services to the airport, as many people are traveling domestically and internationally. However, with a number of events also taking place tonight, such as the Randwick Races, the Big Bash at Sydney Olympic Park, and Carols in the Domain, it may become increasingly difficult to keep the trains running smoothly. Longland asks for understanding from passengers, as last-minute changes may need to be made in order to keep things moving.
Finally, he reminds everyone to download the 9News app to stay updated on any further developments and to receive notifications on their smartphones. As always, the safety and efficiency of passengers is the top priority for Sydney Trains, and they are doing everything they can to keep everyone moving during this busy and challenging time. Please be patient and kind to station staff, as they are also working hard to ensure a smooth and enjoyable journey for all.
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