Waste worker strike may lead to thousands of uncollected bins.

In Queensland, a potential issue has arisen for almost 30,000 households as their rubbish bins may not be collected due to council waste workers going on strike. It has been reported that approximately 60 workers, who are represented by the Transport Workers' Union and the Australian Workers' Union, have decided to take protected action in hopes of securing a pay increase and better working conditions.

The workers are specifically requesting a 15% raise over the course of three years from the Ipswich City Council, as well as allowances for handling hazardous materials. According to Josh Millroy, the Transport Workers' Union Queensland director of organising, the strike can be avoided if a fair agreement is reached. He expressed that the workers are willing to return to work once a satisfactory deal is made, bringing an end to the strike.

On the other hand, Ipswich Mayor Teresa Harding has stated that the council has already made an offer to the workers. She shared that the council executives have proposed a 12.75% pay increase over three years, which they believed was a fair and reasonable offer. However, it seems that the workers are not satisfied with this offer, leading to the strike.

This garbage strike is likely to affect homes in at least eight different suburbs, including greater Springfield, Camira, Gailes, Spring Mountain, Brookwater, and Whiterock. In response to this, the council has taken steps to provide waste facilities free of charge in Riverview and Rosewood for residents in the affected areas. This is a temporary solution while the strike continues to be ongoing.

As the strike continues, it is expected that temperatures will remain high, with temperatures forecasted to be above 30 degrees in the coming days. In light of this, it is crucial for residents to stay up to date with the latest developments. To make this easier, the 9News app is available for download on both the Apple App Store and Google Play. This app will keep you informed about all the current news, including breaking news, sports, politics, and weather updates, and you can even receive notifications directly on your smartphone. Stay informed and stay connected with the 9News app.

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