The New South Wales Government has welcomed the 4.5 billionth tap-on to the Opal network at Parramatta Train Station as the revolutionary electronic ticketing system turns 10.
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The Fair Work Commission (FWC) has ruled in favour of Sydney’s rail workers taking the necessary steps in order to be able to turn off Opal machines. Read More
The Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) plan to deactivate Opal card reader machines across Sydney has been called off after the NSW government legally challenged the strike action. Read More
Sydney rail commuters will get free rides after the Rail, Tram and Bus Union (RTBU) advised that Opal readers and gates will be deactivated indefinitely from next Wednesday. Read More
It will now be faster and more convenient to travel in New South Wales, with a $567.9 million investment in improvements to the Opal system funded through the 2022-23 NSW Budget. Read More
Millions of free trips will be taken across NSW’s Opal network as people tap into a fare-free period designed to boost business and get the community moving. Read More
Transport for NSW is running a trial to allow passengers to use smart devices such as a phone or watch to tap on and off, instead of a physical Opal card. Read More
Millions of commuters have been using contactless payments when taking trains, trams, buses, and ferries across the Opal network.
Acting Minister for Transport and Roads Paul Toole said a major milestone Read More