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Qantas engineers are set to strike for 24 hours on October 23, 2024, due to the airline’s refusal to engage in meaningful discussions regarding a new enterprise agreement. The strike, organized by the Qantas Engineers’ Alliance, will involve approximately 300 engineers at Melbourne and Brisbane airports. The union demands a 5% annual pay increase and an initial 15% raise to compensate for years of wage freezes and address industry pay discrepancies. The strike highlights the importance of fair labor practices and the impact of labor disputes on the aviation industry.

Samsung’s semiconductor division is facing a major talent drain as over 200 engineers reportedly applied for positions at rival SK Hynix. This mass exodus is fueled by SK Hynix’s aggressive recruitment program and a growing dissatisfaction with Samsung’s working conditions and career prospects.

Thousands of travelers are expected to face delays as Qantas engineers extend their strike over a wage dispute. The strike, which will impact major airports across Australia, is set to begin during peak morning hours, coinciding with the start of school holidays in New South Wales. Engineers are demanding a 5% annual wage increase and a 15% first-year payment to compensate for three and a half years of frozen wages.