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Australian Red Cross is urging New South Wales residents to take action and plan how they will manage forecasted heatwaves in the coming days. With the Bureau of Meteorology issuing extreme heatwave warnings for large parts of New South Wales, now is the time to get prepared. Australian Red Cross State Director for New South … Continued
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NSW Police Special Constables, who protect critical infrastructure like police installations and Parliament House, are considering industrial action on the eve of Christmas after two years of pay discussions. The NSW Police Special Constables who protect ministers, politicians and police are paid as low as $59,000 a year, over $20,000 less than a probationary … Continued
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Australia is preparing for a hot, dry summer. In 360info’s comprehensive special report on living with fire, experts look at what’s changing and the lessons fire authorities are applying to fight the next set of fires. The articles below are available to be republished under Creative Commons 4.0, and can also be used as … Continued
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DISASTER RELIEF AUSTRALIA, MITSUBISHI MOTORS AUSTRALIA LIMITED Parliament House, Canberra Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) and Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (Mitsubishi Motors) have joined forces to deliver improved technological capabilities for DRA’s disaster response work. The technology demonstration at Parliament House showcased Mitsubishi Motors’ prototype bi-directional charging technology, particularly its application in rural and … Continued
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Today, Australian Paramedics Association (NSW) (‘APA (NSW)’) members will undertake an unprecedented 12-hour strike from 7 am to 7 pm. The action will defy orders made by the NSW Industrial Relations Commission yesterday, following a rushed hearing brought on by the Premier’s lawyers. The action marks a significant escalation in the paramedics’ campaign for equitable … Continued
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Parliament House Canberra, Wednesday 29 November 2023 Disaster Relief Australia (DRA) and Mitsubishi Motors Australia Limited (Mitsubishi Motors) have joined forces to deliver improved technological capabilities for DRA’s disaster response work. Today’s technology demonstration at Parliament House, opened by Minister for Emergency Management, Senator the Hon Murray Watt, showcased Mitsubishi Motors’ prototype bi-directional charging technology, … Continued
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RACV has launched a new product offering called the Energy Efficiency Assessment, available via Arcline by RACV. The in-person home assessment will be delivered by qualified tradespeople from RACV Trades and aims to help homeowners reduce their energy consumption and bills. RACV General Manager Energy Greg Edye said customers have told RACV that they want … Continued
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The NSW Government’s decision to review the Emergency Services Levy and make the system fairer and more resilient is a good start, but it must embrace far greater reform of emergency services, according to the unions representing emergency services workers. The unions say the Premier and his Emergency Services Minister, Jihad Dib, need to … Continued
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Register.Find.Reunite. launched to reunite families and friends impacted by the Hudson, Walgett NSW bushfires. Australian Red Cross NSW Response Lead Miriam McGregor said being separated from family and friends is one of the most stressful things a person can experience during an emergency. “Not knowing where your loved ones are, not being able to contact … Continued
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With the El Niño weather pattern bringing reduced rainfall and warmer temperatures this summer, RACV is encouraging Victorians to be mindful of the heightened risk of grassfires. RACV urges Victorians to understand the characteristics and behaviour of grassfires to help reduce the risk to their family and property and encourages everyone to take proactive measures … Continued
