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The decision to waive fares is a form of compensation for Sydneysiders who have endured considerable inconvenience over the past months. The industrial disputes, which primarily involved disputes between workers and management, led to frequent cancellations, delays, and reduced service reliability. Recognizing the impact on everyday travel, the government has opted to provide this temporary free travel period as a gesture of goodwill and acknowledgment of the community's frustrations.