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Code 2 : v38#3 UFUQ REMEMBERS SUB-STATION OFFICER HERBIE FENNELL AND FIREFIGHTER NOEL WATSON KILLED IN THE LINE OF DUTY 11 FEBRUARY 1994

In this edition - This 11th of February 2024 will mark the 30th anniversary of the fire at Southport Honda where Sub-Station Officer Herbie Fennell and Firefighter Noel Watson were killed in the line of duty.

Fire Communication Officers : Fire Communications Update - 31 January 2024

In this edition - This topic is vital to many of you, as the frequently expressed frustration over the difficulty in attracting and retaining fire communication officers, supervisors and managers to work locations in regional Queensland.

Fire Communication Officers : Fire Communications Update - 30 January 2024

In this edition - I thought it was time to provide a short update on positive moves forward on a range of fire communications matters that benefit all members.

Code 2 : v38#2 RURAL, REGIONAL AND REMOTE EMPLOYMENT: REVIEW OF ATTRACTION AND RETENTION OF EMPLOYEES – CALL FOR SMEs

In this edition - This topic is vital to many of you, as the frequently expressed frustration over the difficulty in attracting and retaining firefighters, station officers and senior officers to work locations outside of major metropolitan locations in Queensland.

Auxiliary Update : Auxiliary Update - 29 January 2024

In this edition - As reported to you in the Auxiliary Update of 30 November 2023, the Industrial Commission has flagged that you will likely receive a 5.75% rise in your hourly rate and relevant allowances and penalties.

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The United Firefighters' Union in Queensland represents Urban firefighters, both career, part-time, Scientific Officers and Communication Officers. The union is made up of members throughout the state of Queensland, as far as Thursday Island to the North and to the borders of our great state. READ MORE