NSW premier insists he is ‘not trying to be bloody minded’ as government holds out against pay rise demandGet our breaking news email, free app or daily news podcastThe New South Wales premier, Chris Minns, has shot down a peace offer from rail unions which would see them temporarily halt industrial action threatening Sydney’s New Year’s Eve celebrations in exchange for fare-free travel for passengers.On Monday, Minns said he had previously “stupidly agreed” to demands for fare-free days twice during negotiations with rail unions in recent months, but that his concessions ultimately did not lead to progress.Sign up for Guardian Australia’s breaking news email Continue reading…
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Publish date : 2024-12-23 01:42:15
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Minns government rejects union peace offer as trains stand-off threatens Sydney’s New Year’s Eve
