In a significant development, the Fair Work Commission has ordered a suspension of industrial action on Sydney’s train network until 1 July, bringing relief to commuters and the NSW government. The decision follows months of negotiations for a new enterprise agreement for rail workers, with the union seeking a 3.5 percent annual pay rise and the government offering 15 percent over the same period. While the Rail, Tram and Bus Union NSW hopes to quickly reach a deal, concerns remain about the NSW government’s approach setting a precedent for aggressive employers, as commuters seek assurance of ongoing reliability in rail services.
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Gold Coast tradie finds ‘cooked’ snake in switchboard of home after emergency call out
An electrician named Elliot, responding to an emergency call on the Gold Coast, discovered a dead snake in a residential power box while investigating power issues. The snake, identified as a carpet python, had been electrocuted after entering through a hole in the switchboard, leading to a horrendous smell and smoke. The shocking find was shared in a video that garnered nearly a million views, with viewers expressing disbelief and concern over the unusual pest...
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