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Pages with this tag: strike
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Unions in Victoria
Unions have played a major part in Victoria's political history, from the 19th century to today.
Origins of the 8-hour day
In the 1850s, Victorian tradesmen fought for the right to equal hours of work, rest and play.
James Stephens
In 1856, Welshman James Stephens had an idea that would change the lives of Victorian workers forever.
Winning the 8-hour day
A world first and the beginning of Australia's reputation as a ‘worker's paradise'.