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Morwell miners threaten strike over wage tribunal ruling
In Melbourne and Sydney, Morwell brown coal workers oppose the 16/6 wage award, warning of a general stoppage if pay is not met. Federation leaders back the award, while officials caution against nationwide disruption as public service workers in Sydney resist wage demands.
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