Reported at www.theguardian.com: Sydney commuters are warned to prepare for potential public transport disruptions as a standoff continues between rail unions and the New South Wales government.

The Fair Work Commission ruled that a high sick leave among train staff was not part of a coordinated industrial action, resulting in over 800 train service cancellations on Friday.

Union leaders encourage commuters to work from home if possible, and the ongoing industrial dispute is set to be discussed in a full commission hearing on Wednesday.