Union leaders warn Woolworths members to support striking warehouse workers

Union leaders have warned their members to support striking Woolworths warehouse workers if the company tries to break their picket lines. The National Building Industry Group Unions, representing 80,000 members in Victoria, pledged unconditional support for the United Workers Union. Woolworths has reported a $50 million loss due to the strike, which has disrupted supply and left shelves bare in some stores. The company has applied to the Fair Work Commission to stop the picketing, claiming it breaches bargaining requirements. The strike, which began after months of negotiations, is focused on demands for better pay and working conditions. Woolworths is facing challenges in restocking stores, with some items, like toilet paper and drinks, already affected.