Queensland Rail has struck a major breakthrough with train controller unions, securing an 8.5% wage rise over three years, cost-of-living adjustments, and a new strategic delivery allowance — with back pay starting August 1. This follows earlier deals covering nearly 3,500 workers, but full approval from the board and government is still pending. Services remain on a reduced Saturday schedule due to a massive maintenance backlog worsened by ongoing strikes. While 135 peak services have been restored in southeast Queensland, full timetables are still out of reach. Talks continue for network and rollingstock staff, including a specific proposal for electrical workers — while the Australian Manufacturing Workers’ Union keeps up protected industrial action, including work stoppages and overtime bans. Transport Minister warns that this union’s action remains the biggest obstacle to normal service, echoing disruptions also felt by ferry commuters due to RiverCity Ferries strikes.
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