Too true ricci!
T2 - valid points, all with merit. I am, however, confused by this statement:
"I'm not saying that we are worth more but what we are asked for has a significant dollar figure attached to it. We are trading productivity which delivers significant savings to our parent company."
What is it then that you are seeking, if not better pay? Better terms and conditions? If so, what would be your hypothetical guesstimate?
I do see things from your perspective T2 - and understand your position wholeheartedly. However, there are a number of things that mitigate the agreement that has been reached, not the very least which is the WorkChoices legislation which is breathing down our necks at this moment.