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.

Auxiliary Update : Auxiliary Update 21 December 2023

In this edition - Christmas and New Year 2023/2024 Public Holiday Entitlements.

Auxiliary Update : Auxiliary Update - 30 November 2023

In this edition - State Wage Case proceedings ongoing.

Auxiliary Update : Auxiliary Update 11 October 2023

In this edition - I am pleased to report that in June 2023 the Queensland Treasurer, the Hon Mr Cameron Dick, wrote to your union confirming an increase in accumulated benefit superannuation for all members employed under the Fire and Emergency Services Act 1990, due to the forced retirement age. Of course, this includes Auxiliary Firefighters.

Auxiliary Update : Auxiliary Update - 05 October 2023

In this edition - The Queensland government has released the final report of the independent review into the operation of Queensland’s workers’ compensation scheme.

Auxiliary Update : Auxiliary Update - 06 June 2023

In this edition - Despite many months of requests, the project team responsible for the development of the new availability and tracking app designed for use by auxiliary firefighters has chosen to say nothing and deliberately keep your union in the dark about the app.

Auxiliary Update : Auxiliary Update - 25 January 2023

In this edition - Today the UFUQ state office held its first meetings with representatives from the Queensland state government, Workcover Queensland and other public sector unions, where discussions about the just announced review of Queensland’s workers’ compensation laws were held.

Auxiliary Update : Auxiliary Update - 19 December 2022

In this edition - The silly season is upon us once again and on behalf of the UFUQ I wish every member a safe and Merry Christmas, and a happy New Year.

Auxiliary Update : Auxiliary Update - 1 December 2022

In this edition - Public Holidays 2022/2023

Auxiliary Update : Auxiliary Update - 31 August 2022

In this edition - Your union will consult with QFRS to ensure this wage and allowance rise is promptly processed and I’ll report back when QFRS and QSS give an indication of when you will start to see your increases.
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