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The Union has received numerous calls from members regarding the installation of smoke alarms, and whether or not members are expected and/or required to undertake this work.

The Howard Government is about to launch an unprecedented attack upon the wages and conditions of all workers, including firefighters. The FBEU, in co-operation with interstate branches of the United Firefighters Union of Australia, the ACTU and Unions NSW is […]

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A number of members are concerned about proposals to increase the capabilities of telecommunication towers from 2G networks to 3G networks where the towers are located on station land. In July 2004 the Union’s State Committee adopted the following policy […]

It wasn’t needed, but in further evidence of where the Liberal Party really stands on the question of “battlers” the federal Treasurer, Peter Costello recently announced huge tax cuts of $65 per week for Superintendents and only $6 per week […]

Inside this notice: NSWFB 2005/2006 budget – leaner times ahead Police wage deal MSA Orion gas detectors banned Gym memberships To T-shirt or not to T-shirt? There is no question Formalin, formaldehyde and pheno Station Inspections – Back to Bullying? […]

It has come to the Union’s attention that the Department has recently distributed a document titled ‘Health and Fitness Assessments Commonly asked Questions and Answers’. Members are advised that the Union has not agreed to the provision of Health and […]

Inside this notice: ICMS Stage 2 remains banned May Day reminder

Inside this notice: Howard’s attack on your awards Unilateral amendment of timesheets and vouchers In brief

Inside this notice: Deaprtment’s appeal thrown out by Supreme Court ADT Rejects Department’s “flimsy” privacy defence Let them eat cake Public Safety Training Package Award tip – Personal Carers Leave May Day reminder

The Annual May Day March and celebrations will once again be held on 1st May. This year the date is Sunday 1st May 2005 and all those wishing to take part and join your Union comrades should assemble at our […]

The Union has agreed to a once only period of three (3) months appointment of two (2) civilian service technicians at the BA/Hazmat Section Greenacre till 30th June 2005. Should a firefighter or firefighters apply for these positions within this […]