The industrial action includes a 'go slow' strategy, where trains are operating 23 kilometers per hour slower than usual in areas with speed limits over 80 kilometers per hour.

The South Coast Line has been particularly affected, with no train services currently operating, though some bus services are available.

Sydney Trains and NSW TrainLink have advised passengers to expect further delays and cancellations, urging them to allow extra travel time or consider alternative transport options.

February 14, 2025, marked a frustrating Valentine's Day for commuters, unions, and the government, with increasing calls for a resolution to this prolonged conflict.

On February 14, 2025, Sydney train commuters faced major disruptions, with over 800 train services cancelled and nearly 400 delayed due to ongoing industrial action stemming from a pay dispute.

The Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) has been in conflict with the New South Wales (NSW) government, prompting calls for passengers to postpone non-essential travel and explore alternative transportation.

In response to the industrial action, the government is taking the RTBU to court, with a Fair Work Commission hearing scheduled for February 16, 2025, to address the legality of the strike.

The government is seeking to halt the RTBU's industrial action by citing section 418 of the Fair Work Act, which pertains to unprotected action.

A government spokesperson indicated that they are considering urgent legal measures against the ongoing industrial action.

NSW Minister for Transport John Graham expressed the government's willingness to negotiate but raised concerns about the indefinite nature of the union's demands.

Transport for NSW officials insist that the $4500 payment clause from a previous agreement must be removed in any new deal, a point disputed by union representatives.

NSW Treasurer Daniel Mookhey clarified that the $4500 payment was linked to back pay and was not part of the current negotiations, criticizing the unions for not addressing it in their claims.