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How iron ore train drivers are rebuilding workers’ power in the Pilbara

How iron ore train drivers are rebuilding workers’ power in the Pilbara

Update: 2024-05-10
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Train drivers at BHP’s iron ore division in The Pilbara are celebrating - they’ve just signed a great deal - but it’s been a long dusty road. And they had to threaten strike action to make the company see sense. Their colleagues over at Rio Tinto have also inked a new agreement. We find out more.
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How iron ore train drivers are rebuilding workers’ power in the Pilbara

How iron ore train drivers are rebuilding workers’ power in the Pilbara

Warren Johncock - Pilbara Organiser, Justin Parry - BHP Pilbara Lodge President, Rodney Slapp - Rio Tinto Pilbara Lodge President