CODE 2

v35#29 MEDIA ARTICLE GROSSLY MISREPRESENTS BLUECARD STATISTICS FOR ‘FIRIES’

In this edition - I know you’re aware that for some years your union has been working to maintain the identity and tradition of your professional firefighting roles. This includes protecting your uniform, rank, insignia, the protection of the use of the red trucks, and so much more. And it includes ensuring someone who is called a firefighter (or a firie) actually is one.

v35#28 PRELIMINARY INFORMATION ABOUT UFUQ LOCAL BRANCH REPRESENTATIVE ELECTIONS

In this edition - **THIS CODE 2 INCLUDES GENERAL INFORMATION ABOUT THE UPCOMING ELECTION FOR UFUQ LOCAL BRANCHES AND DOES NOT REQUIRE YOU TO TAKE ANY ACTION.**

v35#27 INDEPENDENT QFES STRUCTURE REVIEW – UPDATE

In this edition - You will recall that Minister Ryan announced in December 2020 that he had called for an external and independent review of QFES to find out ‘what works, what doesn’t, and what can work better’.

v35#26 QFES/SOU 17.5% INJUNCTION – WAS IT ALL OVER BEFORE IT EVEN BEGAN?

In this edition - At 2PM on Monday 19 July 2021 I received confirmation from QFES that they have decided extend the 17.5% annual leave loading to all classifications of employees listed in Schedule 1 of CA19.

v35#25 QFES/SOU 17.5% INJUNCTION – SOME RELEVANT INFORMATION

In this edition - I wanted to keep you informed and updated on the QFES/SOU QIRC matter because I am aware of discussions happening at your work locations. However, based on legal advice, I can only talk a bit more about how we got to where we are.

v35#24 RECRUIT ‘OPERATIONAL FOCUSED ABILITIES TEST’ – STANDARDS AGREED TO FOR NEXT 5 YEARS

In this edition - For some years, your union has been working to repair your confidence in operational firefighter recruitment.

v35#23 QFES/SOU 17.5% - WHAT IS THE SOU QIRC APPLICATION ALL ABOUT?

In this edition - It has been reported to me that SOU members are either possibly deliberately or probably accidentally creating confusion throughout the regions about the subject matter of their union’s application to the QIRC.

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CODE RED

AUXILIARY UPDATE

Auxiliary Update - 02 April 2024

In this edition - Throughout the second half of 2023, your union provided multiple inputs (through the Queensland Council of Unions) to the Queensland Industrial Relations Commission (QIRC) State Wage Case (SWC) hearings to ensure your work was considered by the QIRC in deciding on what wage rise (if any) to apply to Queensland Modern Awards for 2023.

Auxiliary Update - 29 March 2024

In this edition - With the Easter period, ANZAC Day and Labour Day almost upon us, I provide the following to UFUQ Auxiliary Firefighter members to clear up any confusion that may exist regarding what you are entitled to claim on the many upcoming public holidays.

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 21 December 2023

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

Auxiliary Update - 30 November 2023

In this edition - State Wage Case proceedings ongoing.

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WHS Bulletin

v1#1 Hazard alert: air-conditioning ducts with steel wire frame

In this edition - I wish to inform all members of a significant health and safety hazard associated with BA operations when attending structural fires.