LABOR IN AUSTRALIA.
THE NINE DAYS FORTNIGHT. REJECTED BY FOUR TO ONE. By Telegraph.—Pr«ss Awn.— Copyright. Sydney, Jan. 27. The miners’ ballot on the nine days* fortnight proposal resulted: For, 3341; against, 12,366. , Leading union officials state that the industrial unions are ready to'co-operate with Mr. Hughes in the proposed conference to discuss amicably matters relating to the industrial situation. Melbourne, Jan. 27. The Federal Cabinet unanimously supports Mr. Hughes’ proposed industrial conference, and invitations have been issued. It will probably be held about February 14. It is understood that if it proves successful Mr. Hughes intends to bring into operation the powers the Commonwealth possesses under the InduHtrial Peace Act, providing for the establishment of a council of industrial representatives whose powers will be similar to the Whitley Councils in England. THE BASIC WAGE
Sydney, Jan. 26. Mr. Dooley states that he will fight strenuously against any attempt by the Board of Trade to review the baric wage, as he doubts if the board has power. If the wage is reviewed the Government will be represented by counsel.
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Taranaki Daily News, 28 January 1922, Page 5
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179LABOR IN AUSTRALIA. Taranaki Daily News, 28 January 1922, Page 5
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