Locals living along the Hawkesbury River near Sydney have actually informed Sky News Australia they are not able to get to work or participate in medical professional visits due to the fact that of commercial action by the Maritime Union of Australia.
The union has actually blockaded 5 fixed-wire ferryboat river crossings for approximately 24 hours in its defend a 50 percent pay increase and much better working conditions.
“It’s ridiculous,” Leets Vale Caravan Park resident Greg Hartley stated.
Due to an absence of bridges, 5 fixed-wire ferryboats typically run 24 hours a day and are utilized day-to-day for locals residing on the opposite of the river to get to work.
The MUA desires a 50 percent pay increase for the ferryboat chauffeurs however states professional Birdon is not going to pertain to the table.