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flag Newcastle’s light rail service faces ongoing disruptions due to tram defects, causing cancellations and reduced frequency.

flag Newcastle’s light rail service has faced ongoing disruptions due to unplanned maintenance, with frequent cancellations and reduced operations, despite a planned 7.5-minute frequency. flag Operators report recurring issues with trams’ pantographs and energy systems, and one tram, 2155, has been used for spare parts. flag Service has often run with only two trams, prompting some passengers to walk instead. flag Transport for NSW confirmed a drop in on-time performance to 92.3% in November, down from 99.6% the previous month, and apologized for the inconvenience, citing ongoing repair efforts. flag Updates are shared via apps, displays, and staff, with replacement buses used during severe disruptions. flag Details on vehicle defects, including chassis cracking in all six trams, remain limited.

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