Canberra Times in Canberra, Australian Capital Territory

Sydney meat workers strike after abattoirs paralysed

Sydney abattoirs halt work as 800 to 1000 labourers and port workers refuse to operate in sympathy with Homebush men. Master Butchers Association head A Herbert urges immediate government action to prevent industrial stoppage and direct meat to markets. Premier McKell promises measures to keep meat supplies, with sheep being sold and trucks to return animals to country areas for better prices. Two killed in air crash near NSW training station as RAAF pilot Williams of Albury and Layaley of Woods Great begin night flying training.