The ALP dominated national leadership of the AMWU has stepped up its attacks on militants in the Victorian branch by expelling former State Secretary Craig Johnston. The National Council (a highly factionalised body) set up Kangaroo Court on the 21st of July where Johnston faced 10 highly dubious charges.
By Anthony Main, AMWU (metals division) shop steward (more…)

At some stage in the coming months or even weeks we will have our chance to kick out the Coalition government. After a legacy of attacks on working people, Howard?s time may nearly be up. During the last eight years we have seen privatisations taken to a higher level, the undermining of the Medicare system, increased costs for education, and increased job insecurity.
By Anthony Main, Socialist Party Melbourne (more…)