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Electricians Strike Threatens Queenslands Cross River Rail Project: A Major Setback for the $19 Billion Project

The Electrical Trades Unions strike during the Easter long weekend is causing significant delays in Queenslands Cross River Rail project, worth $19 billion. The union is demanding better wages and a separate deal for their electricians, which has led to a halt in construction works, including signaling upgrades at stations like Dutton Park and Yeerongpilly. The strike, which started on Thursday, could delay the project by a full year, impacting hundreds of workers and machines. Negotiations at the Fair Work Commission have been unsuccessful so far, and the strike is set to continue until Tuesday, putting pressure on both sides to resolve the issue and prevent further delays.

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