Australia news live: Qantas ground crews vote for right to strike amid pay dispute

Qantas ground handling crews have voted overwhelmingly to authorize industrial action following a pay dispute. The union claims the airline is underpaying staff while executive pay increases, though Qantas maintains it is negotiating in good faith.
Why it matters
Potential strikes could cause significant travel disruptions for Australians and highlights ongoing tensions regarding labor rights and corporate wage practices in the aviation sector.
Qantas ground handling crews may soon walk off the job after overwhelmingly voting in favour of taking industrial action to demand better pay and conditions.
The article presents both the union's grievances and the company's official response, maintaining a balanced reporting style.
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