Aug 6, 2026 – 4.35pmA major union in the Pilbara has halved its planned 48-hour strike at BHP’s Port Hedland operations this weekend in a shock decision just days ahead of the action.The Australian Manufacturing Workers Union withdrew notices for a work stoppage on Saturday after a majority of about 50 members voted to do so on Thursday rather than face a double loss of pay.Subscribe to gift this articleGift 5 articles to anyone you choose each month when you subscribe.Subscribe nowAlready a subscriber? Fetching latest articles