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SitRep 15/2026

April 24, 2026

FBEU MAY DAY 2026 – REGISTER NOW!

May Day is fast approaching, and we’re calling on all members, families, and supporters to show up strong and stand in solidarity across New South Wales.

For FBEU members, May Day is a chance to stand united for safe staffing, fair conditions, and the resources we need to protect our communities. Showing up sends a clear message that we won’t compromise on safety – ours or the publics.

Join us at one of the events below and be part of a proud tradition that celebrates workers, our movement, and the strength of our union.

Wollongong – March and Toast
When: Friday 1 May, 5:00pm
Where: Lowden Square, Wollongong Train Station
Contact: Illawarra Sub-Branch Rep, Andrew Clark

Sydney – Family Fun Day
When: Sunday 3 May, 11:00am
Where: Prince Alfred Square, Parramatta
Contact: FBEU Office, RSVP here

Newcastle – May Day Parade & Solidarity Carnival
When: Sunday 3 May, 9:30am
Where: Newcastle Museum
Contact: Newcastle Sub-Branch Rep, Jason Morgan

 

APRIL 27 ADDITIONAL PUBLIC HOLIDAY – RETAINED AUTHORISED DUTIES

As outlined in SitRep 6/2026, this Monday is an additional public holiday. You can view your entitlements in that SitRep.

Retained members are to perform any and all duties which would ordinarily be performed this Monday, in line with the usual Award requirements around authorised duties.

If any senior officer tries to prevent the performance of duties which would ordinarily be performed, or refuses payment for such duties, affected members are to contact their State Committee member for advice.

In Unity,

Leighton Drury
State Secretary

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