Global markets brace for supply disruptions as Woodside Energy workers prepare to strike

Unions say members could take industrial action as early as 2 September if next round of bargaining is unsuccessful

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Offshore platform workers at Woodside Energy are preparing to strike, as protracted negotiations over pay and conditions threaten to disrupt Australian gas exports, putting international markets on edge.

Union representatives said on Sunday workers planned to strike if the next round of bargaining, scheduled for Wednesday, was unsatisfactory.

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