Transport news headlines

New footage shows some of the verbal and physical abuse experienced by Queensland's frontline workers as authorities work to fix ongoing issues within the health and transport system.

Hundreds of alleged defects have been found in Sydney's Lane Cove Tunnel.

The New South Wales government has taken legal action in an attempt to prevent any further industrial action by rail workers that would disrupt Sydney's train network once again.

Opal fares increase from today - but the state government says the price hike is "below inflation" and will cost passengers about $1 a week.

Up to 70 per cent of train services have been slashed and a weekend timetable is running today.

The union says a rail strike will go ahead on Friday with 70 per cent of train services slashed and a weekend timetable running.

Transport for NSW has confirmed services will be slashed by up to 70 per cent on Thursday.

Public sector workers have made their anger felt today as they take on the New South Wales government over pay and working conditions.

The plans for fast rail lines have long been touted by the state government to decrease travel times between Sydney and regional areas like Newcastle and Wollongong.

Opal Plus works to streamline services like rideshare, ebike rental, taxi rides and parking.

When Gary and Sue Stapleton arrived on the platform of Melbourne's Jacana Station, things took a traumatic turn.

A new funding model proposed by the federal government could see community transport brought to a grinding halt.

Emergency services were called to Penshurst train station after a man suffered a medical episode and fell onto the train tracks.

The Canterbury Bankstown Council are using small pieces of glass in the sub-base of asphalt on roads to try and reduce the occurrence of potholes.

The State Penalties Enforcement Agency has come under fire after admitting to sending 10,300 traffic fines to the wrong people.

All inbound lanes are currently closed on the West Gate Bridge, creating delays in both directions.

An inquiry has heard a plea for toll charges to be slashed overnight in a bid to keep trucks off suburban streets.

Commuters can expect delays of up to 60 minutes.

From hearts to words, airline pilots and those behind the controls of smaller planes sometimes fly unusual routes to create radar patterns, with ships also able to create fun designs.

The Coalition government is accustomed to unveiling pieces of its multi-billion-dollar infrastructure puzzle, but a recently leaked report has shown how money could be drying up.

The New South Wales government has decided to roll out a new train fleet despite major safety concerns, meaning further strike action could be on the cards.

The NSW government has a proposal to slug Sydney drivers with a congestion tax to travel into the city.

Migration figures have revealed vast numbers of Australians are moving to south-east Queensland, sparking fears the rental market, roads and health system will be under pressure.

More than 1500 bus drivers across Melbourne have walked off the job after failing to reach agreements over pay and working conditions.

Bus drivers in region six, which covers the Inner West, Sydney CBD, Olympic Park, Strathfield and Rockdale services have turned off their Opal card machines today.

Melbourne commuters are being warned to brace for severe disruptions today when 1500 bus drivers stop work for 24 hours over pay and conditions.

A chemical spill on James Ruse Drive in Sydney's west has seen lanes closed in both directions this morning while hazmat crews worked to contain the toxic mess during peak-hour traffic.

Kim Rowe was travelling home on his e-scooter after his night shift when he collided with a cyclist.

Qantas has lost its appeal in the Federal Court after it tried to overturn a ruling that it illegally outsourced 2000 ground and baggage staff.

Dashcam footage shows a vehicle's narrow escape in a heart-stopping crash on one of Sydney's busiest roads.

An 18-month-old miniature poodle puppy named Bentley is providing first of its kind support on the NSW train lines.

Minister for Active Transport Rob Stokes wants the trial of e-scooters to launch across the state from July.

The NSW government review will look at claims that the city's toll road system is costly and confusing.

The deal was secured by the Victorian Government which will also see the construction of a new purpose-built depot and maintenance facility in Melbourne's north-west.

NSW opposition leader Chris Minns has spent the day touring Melbourne's rail facilities, dreaming of, and pushing for, a locally manufactured train facility in his own state.

Sydney and Melbourne airports are heaving with travellers this morning, as the Easter long weekend begins.

Traffic is building across New South Wales and Queensland ahead of the Easter long weekend.

It was built more than a century ago and is older than the Harbour Bridge and now the 110-year-old Kanangra ferry is on a new journey. The restoration of Sydney's oldest ferry is being given a life-changing boost.

Today was the busiest day for air travel in Australia since the start of the pandemic.

Queensland Rail has shared footage of a woman losing her balance and falling headfirst under a train, saying accidents are rising.

Long delays are expected to continue at Australia's airports ahead of the Easter long weekend as families take advantage of re-opened borders and air travel's return.

Buses, trains, trams, and all ferry services where Opal cards are used will be included.

Queenslanders could soon face heavier penalties for driving offences and hundreds of dollars more in fines, in a bid from the state government to tackle dangerous driving.

Sydney commuters are facing more disruption today as bus drivers walk off the job.

A man who nearly died after fainting onto the railway tracks as a train was approaching in Sydney was arrested after a stay in hospital.

Queensland officials have defended the cost of an altered logo for the state's public transit agency.

Emergency services were called to Seven Hills after a bus, which was arriving to drop off passengers, crashed during peak hour.

Sydney bus drivers from three companies will strike on Monday for 24 hours over safety concerns and pay discrepancies.

Drivers say they are forking out more $230 a week just to get to work.

Transport for NSW is urgently trying to fix a mystery IT bug which slugged 78,000 Sydney motorists with incorrect road toll charges, just days after it emerged the same glitch hit 45,000 drivers with double charges.