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1936 Maritime Strike by Torres Strait Islander Workers

Learn about the maritime strike in the Torres Strait Islands in 1936 where workers in the pearl fishing industry took a stand against racism.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait IslanderSocial and History

Year:

2022

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ATUI Union History BlogQuick Histories - Videos by Union Historian, Liam Byrne

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The 1891 Shearers’ Strike

A Sheep Shearer’s strike began in Queensland in 1891 when employers sought to introduce union-busting contracts and a reduction in pay rates.

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Social and History

Year:

2021

Series:

ATUI Union History BlogQuick Histories - Videos by Union Historian, Liam Byrne

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The 1957 Palm Island Strike

Learn about the leaders of a strike in 1957 by Aboriginal people on Palm Island demanding to be treated with dignity, respect & equality.

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Aboriginal and Torres Strait IslanderSocial and History

Year:

2021

Series:

ATUI Union History BlogQuick Histories - Videos by Union Historian, Liam Byrne

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