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Could 2017 repeat? Strike threat looms in Upper Hunter mines over EA negotiations

More than 95% of MEU members backed protected industrial action as the union accused Glencore of proposing lower-tier pay and weaker contractor earnings.

Wambo United mine workers overwhelmingly backed protected action with 95 per cent 'yes' vote. Discover why Glencore faces potential 2017 strike repeat.

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Hunter mine workers overwhelmingly vote to take industrial action

United Wambo mine members near Singleton cast a 95 per cent vote for industrial action. Understand why workers are frustrated with Glencore's proposals to undercut pay standards.

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Could 2017 repeat? Strike threat looms in Upper Hunter mines over EA negotiations

Wambo United mine workers overwhelmingly backed protected action with 95 per cent 'yes' vote. Discover why Glencore faces potential 2017 strike repeat.

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singletonargus.com.au broke the news on Monday, June 1, 2026.
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