On the waterfront line

Article Abstract:

The arrival of the first ship at the National Farmers' Federation's (NFF's) scab Webb Dock in Melbourne, Australia, might be the trigger for conflict, perhaps involving guns. Non-union NFF trainees are getting ready to go into previously union turf. There is a sort of false calm that may disappear when the first boat appears. Big business has hired security professionals. They have informants in the Maritime Union of Australia (MUA) and information is that elements of the MUA and other unions are agitating for and volunteering for aggression.

Cover Story, Labor relations, Labor unions, Melbourne, Australia, Labor disputes, Stevedores

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Mercy mission

Article Abstract:

International support teams from Australia and New Zealand are focused on helping the survivors of the three tidal waves across the northern Papua New Guinea coastline in Jul 1998. The Australian Defence Force has combined medical staff and air crew and technicians to work throughout the day and evening to support the dispossessed and injured.

Social aspects, Social policy, Disaster relief, Papua New Guinea

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Defence: police called in to take over RAN inquiry

Article Abstract:

The Australian Federal Police has taken over the inquiry into the alleged corrupt activities of the navy. Initial inquiries have already been made by the navy which will remain fully involved. The complexity of the investigation demands thorough and proper conduct ore appropriately handled by the federal police.

Brief Article, Investigations, Corruption investigation, Australia. Royal Australian Navy

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