BHP workers at largest copper mine go on strike after failed talks

Workers at BHP Group's Escondida mine in Chile went on strike on Tuesday after failing to reach a wage agreement with management, setting the stage for major disruption at the world's largest copper mining operation. The union's 2,400 members walked off the job after rejecting BHP's latest proposal at the end of a five-day mediation … Read more

Report finds “duplication”, but hospital mergers failed

Victoria's health system is no longer fit for purpose and fundamental changes are needed to improve care, according to a compelling expert opinion. It envisages the grouping of the state's 76 health services into 11 networks with new boards and managing directors. However, the Victorian state government has already ruled out forced hospital mergers.