Australia dock workers call for 28-hour week in AI talks
Australian dock workers are pushing for a 28-hour work week amid increasing automation led by DP World, which handles 40% of the nation’s container shipments. The Maritime Union of Australia warned that AI deployment could threaten over 1,000 jobs. Workers currently log 32 to 35 hours weekly, depending on their location.
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Published 08 Jul 2026, 01:48 UTC · Updated 08 Jul 2026, 02:00 UTC
Summary by OZbrief Editorial. Original report: BBC News – Australia. Editorial policy · Corrections
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