ABC staff in Australia to strike over pay, citing inflation and job security concerns.

Thousands of ABC staff in Australia are set to strike for the first time in 20 years after 60% of voting employees rejected a pay deal, citing inadequate increases compared to inflation. The 24-hour walkout, beginning Wednesday at 11 a.m., could disrupt live broadcasts and media production. The dispute, involving around 3,000 workers, stems from a proposed 10% raise over three years and a $1,000 bonus. Unions say the offer fails to address inflation and job security concerns, including AI impacts. The ABC, which applied for Fair Work Commission intervention, corrected an initial misreporting of the vote outcome. This marks the first major ABC strike since 2006.