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Sitrep 37/2013

September 27, 2013

Inside this issue: IRC decision in Regs dispute – update #2 Reminder to be lawful, not reasonable Disposition Forms Banned – Update Sick during annuals or LSL? You may be entitled to a leave re-credit UK comrades on strike

Sitrep 36/2013

September 20, 2013

Inside this issue: 2013 AGM TOLing: Advice and instructions for permanent members Department asking for too much On-shift rescue training to commence Check before you sign Disposition Forms banned

Sitrep 35/2013

September 13, 2013

Inside this issue : Accumulated leave - know your rights Peter Phelps MP carries on like a goose and Rupert Murdoch outed as anti-worker goon.

Media Release – All Sydney Fire Stations Open Today

September 11, 2013

Every fire station in Sydney is fully staffed and operational today, in a welcome response to the challenges posed by yesterday’s bushfire emergency that took hold as budget cuts saw five fire stations temporarily closed.

Media Release – Anniversary Of September 11

September 11, 2013

On the twelfth anniversary of the September 11 attacks on the World Trade Centre, Australian firefighters have honoured the ultimate sacrifice made by the 412 emergency workers killed when the twin towers collapsed.

Media Release – Fire Stations Closed As Sydney Burns

September 10, 2013

NSW Government budget cuts have meant that when today’s bushfire emergency hit, five Sydney fire stations were closed, and resources had already been diverted from four others....

Sitrep 34/2013

September 6, 2013

Inside this issue: A new Drug and Alcohol Protocol? Update #6 Retained Award negotiations – update #4 7% wage rise for Retained CFR – update #1

2013 Election Statement

September 4, 2013

Abbott cruising to victory - what does it mean for firefighters?

Sitrep 33/2013

August 22, 2013

Inside this issue: O’ Farrell cuts public sector wages … … and loses - update #4 Meal and Travel allowances increased from 1 July – update #1 IRC decision in Regs dispute – update #1 Officer promotions - update #6