Australia: V/line bus and rail workers plan to strike across Victoria State Dec. 13

V/line's unionized bus and rail workers plan to strike across Victoria State 03:00-07:00 Dec. 13 to demand higher wages. The Australian Rail Tram and Bus Industry Union has announced the participation of operations staff, including conductors, train controllers, and customer service officers, in the work stoppage. While train drivers will not join the strike, V/line officials stated that the action could disrupt the commute of tens of thousands of passengers.

The strike will likely lead to V/line bus and rail service disruptions in Victoria State on the morning of Dec. 13. Available bus and rail services may experience overcrowding, while congestion could occur on alternative means of transport. Lingering disruptions may occur after the strike concludes as services return to normal.