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Sydney faces major news including a fatal Optus outage affecting emergency calls, a serious bus crash on the M2, a rail union ballot for industrial action, a ban on converted e-bikes on trains, and sports updates with Sydney FC signings and AFLW results.

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NSW government bans converted e-bikes on trains

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  • NSW government to ban converted e-bikes on the rail network from November. 11s
  • The ban is due to fire risks from faulty batteries and wiring in confined spaces. 21s
  • The new rules do not apply to buses, ferries, or light rail to avoid impacting food delivery riders. 48s
  • Fines between $400 and $1,100 may be issued to violators by police or transit officers. 1m 5s
  • A recent e-scooter battery explosion highlights the ongoing risks of lithium-ion batteries. 1m 30s
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NSW government bans converted e-bikes on trains
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21 hours ago
NSW government bans converted e-bikes on trains

NSW will ban converted e-bikes on trains from November due to fire risks, with fines up to $1,100 for violations; the ban excludes buses, ferries, and light rail.

Rail workers union to vote on industrial action
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Rail workers union to vote on industrial action

Sydney Metro rail workers will vote on industrial action, demanding a 24% pay rise and better safety measures, raising concerns about potential disruptions.

Optus faces investigation, fines for triple zero outage
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Optus faces investigation, fines for triple zero outage

Optus is under investigation after a triple zero outage linked to three deaths, facing potential fines and criticism over crisis response.

Fan excitement for Sydney FC's newest recruits
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Fan excitement for Sydney FC's newest recruits

Sydney FC signs Ben Guerruchio and Peruvian international Piero Quispe, with fans welcoming the new arrivals ahead of the A-League season.

Giants defeat Swans by seven points
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Giants defeat Swans by seven points

The Giants win a close Sydney Derby against the Swans in AFLW, drawing a record crowd at Henson Park.

Teenager arrested after police chase
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Teenager arrested after police chase

A 17-year-old was arrested after a dramatic police chase involving a stolen car through Sydney, with the pursuit ending in Leichhardt.

Rescue operation for passengers trapped in crash
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Rescue operation for passengers trapped in crash

A major crash on the M2 near Macquarie Park injured at least eleven people, with emergency crews freeing a trapped bus driver and treating multiple head injuries.

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