NRMA roadside assistance staff have initiated their first strike in 23 years, potentially impacting services for motorists. The industrial action involves staff seeking improvements to working conditions and pay. While not all patrol officers are participating, the NRMA acknowledges the strike will cause some disruption to its services. The organization has implemented contingency plans to mitigate the impact on customers requiring assistance. Details of the specific demands driving the strike remain limited, but it represents a significant escalation in labor relations within the NRMA. The NRMA stated it is working to minimize delays and continue providing essential support despite the ongoing action. Negotiations between the NRMA and striking staff are ongoing.