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Brisbane CityCat Ferries Reject Licensed Bar Proposal

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Members of the Maritime Union of Australia and Australian Maritime Officers Union rejected a proposal put forward by Lord Mayor Adrian Schrinner to introduce licensed bars aboard Brisbane CityCat ferries. MUA Queensland Branch Secretary Aaron Johnston stated that the ferry services are public transport, not floating pubs. Union representatives argued that adding alcohol service would increase the workload and risk for crew whose primary duty is passenger safety.

From miragenews.com

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The rejection highlights ongoing labor disputes regarding the operational scope and workload of transport crews in Brisbane. Union members cited concerns that the proposal lacked planning regarding refitting costs and crew duties.

From miragenews.com

Who's involved

  • BrisbaneLocation where the CityCat ferry system operates
  • Adrian SchrinnerProposed the introduction of licensed bars on CityCat ferries

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