The lack of spine, and ignorance regarding PIA in this thread is mind numbing. On a forum where the vast majority of post are chest beating and complaining about management and conditions, it's surprising to see how many people backflip when it comes to taking meaningful, and perfectly legal, action.
@Willie, I believe the pay issue has been agreed upon, one of the main sticking points is around a clause to guarantee no changes to a roster after its published, a clause many of us already have in our EBA.
@4 Holer, why suggest people respond to what amounts to (possibly unlawful) threats? The union is advising against any response, and legislation protects employees from punitive action as long as the action is by the book.
PIA can be an effective tool, as long as its done wisely and union members stick together. I'm sure those not in the union or those that choose not to participate will not give back the benefits that are gained by the struggle of those willing to stand up and be counted.