Ferry debacle means New Zealand is ‘steering blind’
The latest development in the ferry saga is a suggestion KiwiRail might exit the Cook Strait ferries altogether.
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Government transport plan fails to provide economic security
The Maritime Union says the new Draft Government Policy Statement (GPS) on Land Transport 2024–2034 fails to plan for a resilient and secure transport system, putting the New Zealand economy at risk.
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New cross-Tasman maritime worker federation to bolster MUA and MUNZ power in Kiwi and Australian ports
At the Maritime Union of Australia’s National Conference in Adelaide the MUA and the Maritime Union of New Zealand (MUNZ) announced a new federation bringing together the two unions in a formal arrangement to build workers’ power at ports throughout Australia and New Zealand.
Read MoreCook Strait connection in limbo
Pressure is mounting on the Government to provide leadership on the Cook Strait ferries.
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Successful resolution for Australian port workers at DP World
The Maritime Union of New Zealand has offered its congratulations to the Maritime Union of Australia for the successful resolution of the industrial dispute at DP World terminals.
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New Zealand maritime workers support Australian workers at DP World
Australian port workers at DP World have the full support of New Zealand maritime workers.
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Port strike in Bluff called off
Workers at port company Southport were planning to walk off the job this morning for 48 hours, but last minute negotiations resulted in a positive outcome.
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Maritime Union opposes Red Sea military involvement
The Maritime Union is opposing the decision by the coalition Government to send a detachment of New Zealand military to the Red Sea, after a request from the United States of America.
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