Surely it is the VACC who have wasted your 97% vote in favour of strike action. Hopefully they have explained their recommendation fully to you. Although judging by the rather lukewarm, apathetic acceptance of the deal, I would guess not.
I feel sorry for your new VACC, as they have an awful lot of work to do to gain the support and trust of the members.
I do hope your management fulfill their side of the bargain, but I guess none of you will hold your breath.