Overview
- Thousands of journalists and other employees plan to stop work from 11am Wednesday for a protected 24-hour strike.
- Roughly 60% of unionised staff voted against the proposed enterprise agreement, with more than 75% of eligible staff taking part.
- An internal note to staff reported the vote in favour fell short by 395 ballots, leaving the offer without sufficient support.
- The rejected package reportedly included a 10% pay rise over three years and a $1,000 sign-on bonus after months of bargaining.
- The CPSU and MEAA represent ABC staff, and the action is expected to disrupt live broadcasts and delay some recordings at the 4,500-employee broadcaster.