Sydney Rail Network Power Failure Strands Hundreds, Disrupts Multiple Lines

Major train disruptions have affected several cities due to infrastructure and power supply issues. In the UK, the Transpennine Route Upgrade will cause weekday disruptions between Ravensthorpe and Leeds from late May to mid-June, with weekend impacts between Huddersfield and Dewsbury; replacement buses and diversion routes will be provided to support travelers. In Sydney, a fallen power line caused by a train's pantograph colliding with overhead wires near Strathfield led to extensive network paralysis, stranding hundreds of passengers and resulting in cascading delays across multiple lines; authorities have urged commuters to seek alternative travel and noted that the driverless Sydney Metro remains unaffected. Replacement buses and arrangements with rideshare operators have been deployed to mitigate the chaos, but delays and service interruptions persisted into the following day. Meanwhile, Auckland experienced train disruptions due to infrastructure issues at Penrose, resulting in delays, cancellations, and re-routing on several lines. Transport officials in all regions emphasized safety and urged passengers to check for updates before traveling.