Union train upgrades to cost $1b: NSW govt
The NSW government is resisting union pressure for safety upgrades to a new fleet of trains, saying they would cost taxpayers $1 billion.
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NSW govt, rail union talks break down
Negotiations between the NSW government and rail unions have broken down as the finance minister warns the unions against engaging in "industrial chaos".
Fuel costs up 40 per cent in one year
Capital city household transport costs are more than $400 a week, with higher fuel costs taking up a greater proportion of the overall spend, a report says.
Labor to charge electric vehicle take-up
Labor has pledged to double the Commonwealth's $250 million Future Fuels Fund and establish a new Driving the Nation Fund to accelerate electric vehicle uptake.
Qantas issues sorry to stranded travellers
Qantas says it's sorry after a family accused the airline of treating them unfairly as they missed their flight to Chile because of delays at Sydney airport.
Toyota class action bill could reach $2b
A class action lawsuit against Toyota has been upheld, with the auto giant facing the prospect of paying out thousands of customers to the tune of $2 billion.
Qld govt demands flood-proofing in budget
Queensland's treasurer says flood-proofing the state needs to be an urgent priority in Tuesday's federal budget ahead of long-term infrastructure projects.
Second Sydney train shutdown a possibility
The NSW transport minister has warned there is a "strong possibility" of a second Sydney train shutdown after fresh threats of industrial action from the union.
Inland Rail to cut $200m from freight cost
New modelling reveals a shift from road to the Inland Rail network could slash more than $200 million a year from freight costs.
Qld to strengthen electric scooter laws
Queensland is working on reforms to crack down on electric scooter "cowboys" with the government looking to enable police to throw the book at rogue riders.
Public transport prices due for rethink
A report on public transport pricing has found the system needs a rethink but governments should not use free travel and fare reductions to incentivise use.
NSW budget under fire from auditor-general
The NSW auditor-general is reportedly refusing to sign off on the state's budget citing concerns over a controversial government-owned entity.