I would like to hear this story confirmed... but, regrdless, I do know that H.A. does not observe the full award, nor is he the only operator in Darwin who does not pay the full award.
VIN, I know there are a lot of wannabes, but I think that INFORMED pilots will not scab (call me an idealist).
It is up to the senior pilots (including the chief pilot) to stick together. If they stand firm, H.A. will have to take the righteous path.