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1989 Australian pilots' dispute

The 1989 Australian pilots' dispute was one of the most expensive and dramatic industrial disputes in Australia's history. It was co-ordinated by the Australian Federation of Air Pilots (AFAP) after a prolonged period of wage suppression, to support its campaign for a 29.5% pay increase.

Legacy
The dispute was listed as a contributing factor in the closure of Pearl Coast Zoological Gardens in Broome, Western Australia, which relied on domestic tourism. The dispute led to the withdrawal of the Perth Breakers basketball team midway through the 1989 WNBL season. ==References==
Other reading
• An account written by an ex-pilot who was involved in the dispute
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