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flag Newcastle bus drivers strike for 24 hours over pay and working conditions, rejecting a proposed deal.

flag Newcastle bus drivers are striking for 24 hours from 4 a.m. on December 12, disrupting school routes, regular services, on-demand buses, and weekend night owl routes. flag The strike follows the rejection of a pay and conditions agreement by Keolis Downer, the city’s private operator, prompting union complaints over wages, safety, and working conditions worsened by privatization. flag The RTBU called the action a last resort after months of unproductive talks, despite the company’s offer of a 15.5% pay rise over four years and an additional 8% for trainees. flag The union said the deal failed to address core concerns. flag Negotiations continue, and officials urge commuters and parents to plan alternative travel.

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