Maitland Councillor Mitchell Griffin has expressed his support for new legislation passed last week that imposes tougher penalties on activists who obstruct rail corridors and stop trains.
In July 2024, Cr. Griffin introduced a motion to Maitland City Council urging for stricter penalties after a series of incidents in which train services on the Hunter Rail Line were disrupted over a two-week period. These disruptions affected hundreds of Maitland commuters, delaying their travel to work, education, and other essential activities. As part of the motion, the Council advocated to the NSW Government for legislative change.
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