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Syd Folks Could Cop Free Train Rides ‘Cos The Rail Union’s Voted To Turn Off Opal Readers

Is anyone else getting déjà vu?

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Rail union votes to disable Opal readers

NSW commuters will be prevented from paying for trips when the Rail, Tram and Bus Union disables Opal readers, as its dispute with the government continues.

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Rail union plans to switch off Opal card readers as part of industrial dispute

Commuters could soon ride NSW transport for free after the rail union revives its plan to switch off Opal card readers despite the state government branding the move "illegal".

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Lauren Jackson delivers one last time in her Australian Opals farewell at FIBA World Cup

Lauren Jackson gave fans a final reminder of her greatness as she helped the Opals secure the bronze medal at the FIBA Women's World Cup in Sydney, writes Hayley Wilde.

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Opals' win over Japan another sign of recovery from disappointing Tokyo Olympics

The Opals overcome a difficult match-up against Japan to top Group B at the FIBA Women's World Cup, as the Australians continue to move on from the disappointment of last year's Olympics.

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Opals kick their FIBA Women's World Cup campaign into high gear with vital comeback win over Canada

Even without the injured Bec Allen the Opals prove a point against Canada — and now who knows how far they can go at the FIBA Women's World Cup, writes Hayley Wildes.

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Australia gets back on track at the FIBA Women's World Cup, as strong defence sets up a key win over Serbia

The Opals rebound against Serbia after a mixed start to the FIBA Women's World Cup — the Aussies answer coach Sandy Brondello's call for defence to be their calling card, writes Hayley Wildes.

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Lauren Jackson helps Opals recover against Mali in women's basketball World Cup

It was a slow start for the Opals against Mali and things were looking grim early in the match - but some Lauren Jackson brilliance got the Aussies back on track.

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Opals' loss to France in basketball World Cup caused by poor shooting and high pressure

Facing strong opponents, the Opals have had a tough start to the World Cup, but if they want to go deep in this tournament, they have one major problem to fix, writes Hayley Wildes.

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Opal Cayla George excited for her baby's arrival via 'Island adoption' after Women's Basketball World Cup in Sydney

While a Women's Basketball World Cup medal would be nice, Opals veteran Cayla George has an even bigger prize waiting for her at the end of the tournament in Sydney — a baby girl.

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Former Opal Tully Bevilaqua is taking basketball to new heights in New Zealand

Former Opal and WNBA star Tully Bevilaqua wants to help build something from the ground up in New Zealand's new-look Women's National Basketball League.

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How Ezi Magbegor could be the difference for the Opals at the FIBA Women's World Cup

After a stunning season in the WNBA, Ezi Magbegor has emerged as a true force on the world basketball stage, so could she be the shining star of the Opals' World Cup campaign?

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How Tess Madgen fell back in love with basketball and became Opals captain for the FIBA Women's World Cup in Sydney

An ACL injury in 2018 was transformative in taking Tess Madgen from a fringe Opals player, to now captaining her country at a home World Cup in Sydney starting this week.

ABC News

Rail union backs down, cancels plan to switch off Opal card machines across Sydney network

The rail union cancels its plans to switch off Opal card readers from next Wednesday after the NSW government's legal bid to declare the action as "unprotected".

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Holy Shit: Opal Machines Across NSW Will Be Turned Off Completely From Next Week

Catch me riding the train 24/7 just for kicks.

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Sydney news: Sydney Water works overnight to restore water in northern Sydney after pipe burst

MORNING BRIEFING: Sydney Water crews have worked overnight to restore full services in northern Sydney after about 2,000 locals went without water since Saturday due to a burst water main in Lane Cove.

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Stephanie Reid took the road less travelled to represent Australia in basketball and become an Opal

Stephanie Reid spent years on the fringes of basketball, trying hard to impress selectors. She missed all the traditional pathways to becoming an Opal, but persisted and got there with an alternate route.

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Be Careful Syd Commuters: People Are Still Getting Fined For Not Tapping On Despite The Strike

"They’re pushing through a crowded train checking Opals.” Fkn yikes.

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Matraville residents claim victory over plans for waste plant

New laws mean a proposal for a 24-hour plant burning waste for energy near densely populated suburbs in Sydney's eastern suburbs could be on ice for good.

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NSW Is Hiking Opal Fares Again Good Thing These Boots Are Made For Walking

Make it free ya bastards.

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Sydney news: More than 2.1 million passengers forecast to flood Sydney Airport in July school holidays

MORNING BRIEFING: Passengers can expect queues and early arrival times as Sydney Airport braces for another busy period next week.

AAP

Major upgrade for NSW Opal transport

The NSW government will spend close to $570 million upgrading the state's Opal transport system and launching an all-in-one transport app.

ABC News

Liz Cambage denies reports she racially abused Nigerian players in controversial pre-Olympics game

Liz Cambage denies she racially abused members of the Nigerian national basketball team in a controversial pre-Olympics warm-up game.

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Australian-based Opals hoping to impress selectors in the lead-up to the Women's Basketball World Cup

As they prepare to face Japan in a three-match series, the Opals local players have a golden opportunity to push for selection for September's Women's Basketball World Cup in Sydney.

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Sydney news: Free travel on trains, trams, buses and ferries starts today

MORNING BRIEFING: A dozen days of free public transport begins this morning in a move authorities say will deliver some "hip pocket relief" for commuters during the holidays.

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