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Workers Vote to Strike at BHP Port Hedland

Australian federal and state leaders back unions’ right to act as Canada faces escalating municipal and NGO disputes

Workers at BHP’s Port Hedland iron ore operation in Western Australia have voted to strike for the first time in almost 20 years. Federal Resources Minister Madeleine King said she hoped it would not come to a strike but defended unions’ right to take action at the Pilbara port, and WA Premier Roger Cook also offered support to workers. The potential stoppage would affect Australia’s busiest export port, where iron ore shipments are worth an estimated $120 million a day.

In Canada, Metro Vancouver’s unionized outside workers warned they are closer to a full-scale strike after weeks of rotating pickets and no scheduled talks, with lines set up at work yards in Surrey and Delta. Separately, Oxfam Canada staff represented by CUPE 2722 are on strike after more than a year of bargaining over wage and equity provisions, including leave for gender-affirming care and protections for workers experiencing domestic violence. Across Europe, early-2026 data show high strike counts in Portugal, Italy, Spain and France, and Italy’s local police announced a nationwide strike for June 12 to raise awareness of working conditions.

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Simultaneous disputes in ports, municipal services and policing indicate labor risk concentrated in essential infrastructure across multiple regions.

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Image for article: Teamsters Airgas workers in Ferndale reinstated with back pay after year-long strikeStatus Unknown

Teamsters Airgas workers in Ferndale reinstated with back pay after year-long strike

11 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 11:43 AM ET
clickondetroit.com(opens in a new tab)

The union alleges that Airgas made unlawful threats, lockouts, discharge, and retaliation against workers for exercising their legal rights.

UNITED_STATES
Other ManufacturingWarehousing & Distribution
Image for article: Madeleine King defends BHP <b>workers</b>&#39; right to <b>strike</b> over pay | The AustralianStatus Unknown

Madeleine King defends BHP workers' right to strike over pay | The Australian

13 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 9:00 AM ET
theaustralian.com.au(opens in a new tab)

Resources Minister Madeleine King says BHP workers threatening to strike and disrupt the economy-defining iron ore trade have tougher jobs than ...

AUSTRALIA
Heavy Manufacturing (automotive, machinery, aerospace)Freight & Cargo
Image for article: How Döner Workers Skewered Their BossesStatus Unknown

How Döner Workers Skewered Their Bosses

13 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 8:51 AM ET
jacobin.com(opens in a new tab)

Now they've won their first ever collective agreement, after a 12-day strike waged by a multinational workforce. Strikers stand in front of the ...

GERMANY
Food & Beverage Processing
Image for article: Metro Vancouver workers closer to ‘full-scale strike’ with no contract progressStatus Unknown

Metro Vancouver workers closer to ‘full-scale strike’ with no contract progress

14 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 8:49 AM ET
cfjctoday.com(opens in a new tab)

VANCOUVER — Metro Vancouver's unionized outside workers are threatening a full-scale strike after no progress toward an agreement during weeks of ...

CANADA
Public Administration (non-elected staff, local gov)
Image for article: Resources Minister Madeleine King backs unions' right to strike at BHP's Port Hedland operationsStatus Unknown

Resources Minister Madeleine King backs unions' right to strike at BHP's Port Hedland operations

14 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 8:23 AM ET
abc.net.au(opens in a new tab)

Federal Resources Minister Madeleine King says workers threatening strike action at the nation's biggest port deserve "every single cent" of what ...

AUSTRALIA
Shipping & PortsFreight & Cargo
Image for article: IAM Union Takes Center Stage at AFL-CIO ConventionStatus Unknown

IAM Union Takes Center Stage at AFL-CIO Convention

15 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 7:16 AM ET
goiam.org(opens in a new tab)

... workers' rights and ensuring working people have a stronger voice in ... strike in 2025. Bryant also highlighted the growing number of IAM ...

UNITED_STATES
Heavy Manufacturing (automotive, machinery, aerospace)
Image for article: IAM District 19 and TCU/IAM Members Overwhelmingly Ratify Historic Long Island Rail Road AgreementsStatus Unknown

IAM District 19 and TCU/IAM Members Overwhelmingly Ratify Historic Long Island Rail Road Agreements

15 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 7:15 AM ET
goiam.org(opens in a new tab)

... workers represented by the Long Island Rail Road Union Coalition at the ... strike, as coalition members remained united in pursuit of fair ...

UNITED_STATES
Rail & Metro
Image for article: Which countries have the most <b>strikes</b> in the EU? - EuronewsStatus Unknown

Which countries have the most strikes in the EU? - Euronews

15 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 7:13 AM ET
euronews.com(opens in a new tab)

So, where have workers raised their voices the loudest? Many European countries are often stereotyped as being prone to going on strike, and recent ...

ITALYPORTUGALSPAIN
Road Transport (buses, trucking, taxis)Hospitals & ClinicsPublic Administration (non-elected staff, local gov)

Port Hedland strike threat; One Nation fundraising boom; AUKUS under scrutiny | 7NEWS

16 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 6:47 AM ET
youtube.com(opens in a new tab)

Workers at BHP's Port Hedland iron ore operation, Australia's busiest port, have voted to strike for the first time in almost 20 years, ...

Status Unknown
AUSTRALIA
Shipping & Ports
Image for article: Oxfam Canada workers on strike after employer refuses to address equity and fair wage increasesStatus Unknown

Oxfam Canada workers on strike after employer refuses to address equity and fair wage increases

16 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 6:31 AM ET
cupe.ca(opens in a new tab)

The strike comes after over a year of negotiations in which workers ... workers and avoids a prolonged labour dispute. Members of the public are ...

CANADA
Non-profit & NGOs
Image for article: Nurses at St. Mary Hospital in Chicago go on one-day strike - WBEZ ChicagoStatus Unknown

Nurses at St. Mary Hospital in Chicago go on one-day strike - WBEZ Chicago

17 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 5:17 AM ET
wbez.org(opens in a new tab)

... strike to protest the firings of six nurses. ... At both rallies, nurses called for hospitals to reinstate their co-workers who were fired just as they ...

UNITED_STATES
Hospitals & Clinics
Image for article: IRS <b>employees protest</b> rat infestation at Chamblee campus; agency announces telework optionStatus Unknown

IRS employees protest rat infestation at Chamblee campus; agency announces telework option

18 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 4:37 AM ET
cbsnews.com(opens in a new tab)

Workers and union leaders say rats, droppings, mold and other building issues have plagued the IRS Atlanta campus in Chamblee for years.

UNITED_STATES
Public Administration (non-elected staff, local gov)Other Public Services
Image for article: Target Field concession <b>workers</b> announce June 22 <b>strike</b> during Twins-Dodgers gameStatus Unknown

Target Field concession workers announce June 22 strike during Twins-Dodgers game

18 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 4:37 AM ET
yahoo.com(opens in a new tab)

More than 500 concession workers at Target Field announced Wednesday that they plan to strike on June 22, when the Minnesota Twins host the Los ...

UNITED_STATES
Restaurants & Food ServiceOther Hospitality
Image for article: News & Commentary: June 11, 2026 ✦ OnLaborStatus Unknown

News & Commentary: June 11, 2026 ✦ OnLabor

18 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 4:33 AM ET
onlabor.org(opens in a new tab)

SoFi Stadium workers authorize a strike ahead of the World Cup; the NLRB finds Starbucks violated labor law; Trump's $100,000 H-1B visa fee is struck ...

UNITED_STATES
Public Administration (non-elected staff, local gov)
Image for article: UAW bureaucracy announces deal in bid to end American Axle strikeStatus Unknown

UAW bureaucracy announces deal in bid to end American Axle strike

20 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 2:05 AM ET
wsws.org(opens in a new tab)

The United Auto Workers bureaucracy is rushing to end the 10-day strike to prevent American Axle workers from linking up with Nexteer, ...

UNITED_STATES
Heavy Manufacturing (automotive, machinery, aerospace)

Workers Struggles: Europe, Middle East & Africa - World Socialist Web Site

21 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 1:49 AM ET
wsws.org(opens in a new tab)

Further strikes are planned for June 16 and 17. A thousand Decathlon store workers in France strike for more pay and better conditions. Over 1,000 ...

Status Unknown
BELGIUMFRANCEIRELAND
Rail & MetroHospitals & ClinicsSchools & Universities
Image for article: Statement From CLC President Bea Bruske On Senate Report: Keep Canada MovingStatus Unknown

Statement From CLC President Bea Bruske On Senate Report: Keep Canada Moving

21 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 12, 2026, 1:32 AM ET
canadianlabour.ca(opens in a new tab)

And we know that a strong economy depends on strong collective bargaining and strong workers' rights. ... strike, warn against weakening Canada Labour ...

CANADA
Non-profit & NGOs
Image for article: Metro Vancouver <b>workers</b> closer to &#39;full-scale <b>strike</b>&#39; with no contract progress - CTV NewsStatus Unknown

Metro Vancouver workers closer to 'full-scale strike' with no contract progress - CTV News

23 HR AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 11, 2026, 11:01 PM ET
ctvnews.ca(opens in a new tab)

Metro Vancouver's unionized outside workers are threatening a full-scale strike after no progress toward an agreement during weeks of rotating ...

CANADA
Other Public Services
Image for article: Target Field concession <b>workers</b> will go on <b>strike</b> this month - Yahoo SportsStatus Unknown

Target Field concession workers will go on strike this month - Yahoo Sports

1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 11, 2026, 10:26 PM ET
sports.yahoo.com(opens in a new tab)

Target Field concession workers have announced plans to strike during a game this month, they announced on Thursday.

UNITED_STATES
Restaurants & Food Service

Facebook

1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 11, 2026, 9:17 PM ET
facebook.com(opens in a new tab)

... Workers Local 2039 rallies with U.S. Senate hopeful Abdul El Sayed during. Detroit Free Press. 󱙄. 12 hours ago · 󰟠. Photos. An end is in sight for the ...

Status Unknown
UNITED_STATES
Heavy Manufacturing (automotive, machinery, aerospace)Freight & CargoUncategorized
Image for article: The long-term care <b>workers</b>&#39; <b>strike</b> officially in final phase of ending | PNI Atlantic NewsStatus Unknown

The long-term care workers' strike officially in final phase of ending | PNI Atlantic News

1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 11, 2026, 9:12 PM ET
saltwire.com(opens in a new tab)

CUPE members at St. Vincent's Nursing Home in Halifax ratified a new collective agreement, signally official end to long-term care strike.

CANADA
Nursing & Care Facilities
Image for article: Philly hotel <b>workers</b> push back potential <b>strike</b> as FIFA World Cup is set to beginStatus Unknown

Philly hotel workers push back potential strike as FIFA World Cup is set to begin

1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 11, 2026, 9:05 PM ET
inquirer.com(opens in a new tab)

Unionized hotel workers in Philadelphia had planned to strike if they hadn't agreed on a new contract by Friday, but they've decided to continue ...

UNITED_STATES
Hotels & Accommodation
Image for article: An end is in sight for the <b>strike</b> at American Axle, and the union announced that it reached a ...Status Unknown

An end is in sight for the strike at American Axle, and the union announced that it reached a ...

1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 11, 2026, 8:32 PM ET
facebook.com(opens in a new tab)

I don't think the workers will see the agreement until Sunday. That is what my husband who is a striker has informed me. 9h · 2 likes.

UNITED_STATES
Heavy Manufacturing (automotive, machinery, aerospace)
Image for article: &#39;Bring your own food&#39;: Target Field concession <b>workers</b> announce <b>strike</b> date - YahooStatus Unknown

'Bring your own food': Target Field concession workers announce strike date - Yahoo

1 DAY AGO
PUBLISHED JUN 11, 2026, 6:58 PM ET
yahoo.com(opens in a new tab)

A group of concession workers at Target Field has announced plans to strike after negotiations with their employer fell through.

UNITED_STATES
Restaurants & Food Service