More workers join strike at BHP's Port Hedland iron ore operations

A union spokesperson announced that more workers joined a strike at BHP's Port Hedland operations in Western Australia on Sunday, August 9, 2026. This marks the first major industrial action at the iron-ore export hub in 25 years. Approximately 150 workers are now involved in the stoppage, which followed a 24-hour ship-loading halt on Saturday. Negotiations for a four-year bargaining agreement are expected to resume on August 18.