Enterprise Bargaining is to proceed to Mediation between the UFU on behalf of members and the ACT Government as the employer. On the 8 August 2019, UFUACT had a well-attended general meeting to discuss progress on Enterprise Bargaining. There was some good robust discussion had, and the meeting resolved to approach the Government to engage in 3 days of intensive negotiations … [Read more...]
National UFUA Bulletin – 2019 IAFF Redmond Symposium
National UFUA Bulletin No. 026 of 9 September 2019 is attached for downloading for members information. The Bulletin reports on the recent 2019 IAFF REDMOND SYMPOSIUM, attended by Australian delegates, which addresses firefighter health and safety issues of common concern. … [Read more...]
Signal 7 of 5 August 2019 – Update on 3 ongoing issues
This Signal 7 provides an update on recent developments concerning the ongoing First Aid Training dispute, the engagement of consultants to observe work practices at COMCEN, and the MoU between the ESA and the Australian Federal Police about rescue responsibilities. … [Read more...]
Strategic Bushfire Management Plan: UFU Submission
A copy of the UFU Submission concerning the 'Strategic Bushfire Management Plan: Version 4 Consultation Draft' in the ACT is available for downloading. … [Read more...]
Signal 7 of 9 July 2019 – Ainslie Station Dispute Breakthrough
The long running dispute concerning plans to renovate Ainslie fire station, which was back before the Fair Work Commission on 19 June 2019, is the main topic of this Signal 7. A copy of the Commission's statement of 9 July 2019 is included in this edition. The Fair Work Commission reports that in the course of the conciliation, "it became clear to the parties that the most … [Read more...]