65th anniversary of the 1951 waterfront lockout
On 13 February 1951, New Zealand’s most significant industrial dispute began. For 151 days the most advanced sections of the New Zealand working class led by the watersiders fought a tough battle against employers and the State. The following documentary from 2001 is essential viewing of this landmark in New Zealand working class history.
TPPA opposed by maritime workers internationally
The Maritime Union has joined with other Pacific maritime unions to oppose the TPPA and other so called “free trade” deals