Adelaide commuters hit by peak-hour chaos amid train worker pay dispute
Adelaide train services were significantly disrupted during morning peak hour today due to a pay dispute between rail workers and private operator Keolis Downer.
The industrial action, which commenced early this morning, resulted in deserted stations across the city, leaving many commuters stranded and frustrated.
Darren Phillips, the SA/NT Branch Secretary of the Rail, Tram, and Bus Union, indicated the strikes are likely to continue.
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Adelaide train services were significantly disrupted during morning peak hour today. 9News
He said all options, including industrial action during major events like the upcoming LIV Golf tournament, are on the table until a satisfactory resolution is reached.
The ongoing dispute centres on the rail workers' demand for a 20% pay increase over the next four years.
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It's due to a pay dispute between rail workers and private operator Keolis Downer. 9News
The eventual agreement reached between the union and Keolis Downer will ultimately be inherited by taxpayers when the state government assumes control of train operations next year.
Commuters are advised to brace for further disruptions tomorrow, as the union has warned of additional train stoppages between 4pm and 6pm, potentially causing chaos during the afternoon peak period.
This article was produced with the assistance of 9ExPress.
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