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Darwin Bus Services drivers have thanked the Territory community for their huge support in the ongoing dispute with the NT government as industrial action continues tomorrow. Earlier this afternoon, drivers voted not to collect fares from the public and not to wear uniforms tomorrow, Thursday, 3 October. This latest industrial action follows on from Monday’s 24 hour stoppage, which received widespread community support. TWU SA/NT PRESS RELEASE
Voters are being urged to put fairness first when they go to the ballot box this Saturday. Transport Workers’ Union (TWU) National Secretary Tony Sheldon today released details of the federal election candidates right across the country who have pledged their support for a fair go for truck drivers and for fair migration laws that mean overseas workers cannot be exploited and locals get the skills and training they need.