Iron ore train drivers in the Pilbara are exhausted. They’ve borne the brunt of a sector booming in the middle of a pandemic - leaving some stuck over east chewing up leave and some doing double the work in 45 degrees in the west. Find out how they are getting organised to address long-running issues in our latest podcast.
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Sara Hines was intimidated when she took on the role of site check inspector (SSHR) at Curragh mine near Blackwater in Central Queensland. But two and a half years into the role, her confidence has grown and she’s been nominated for an award to recognise her passion and commitment to improving safety.
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A challenge to BHP’s mandatory vaccination policy is underway at Mt Arthur coal mine in NSW, but legal options regarding vaccination requirements vary from state to state depending on whether public health orders are in place.
Read MoreRight now, loads of money are being made with coal prices through the roof. National Research Director Peter Colley looks at the current price boom and longer term forecasts. Read More
Looking for a new opportunity? Our organising and campaigning team is growing, with positions available in Central Queensland. Read More
After some excruciating theatre about what they would ‘extract’ for their support, the Nationals gave net zero their blessing in exchange for another cabinet position. For all their talk about regional jobs it shows whose jobs they really care about.
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