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ACT delays long service leave expansion, Fire and Rescue costs soar

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Fire and Rescue spending almost $700,000 on overtime each month to keep Canberra covered 24/7
ACT Fire and Rescue is spending almost $700,000 on overtime each month to keep Canberra covered 24/7, with annual costs exceeding $8 million due to understaffing. Fire and Emergency Services Minister Dr Marisa Paterson has confirmed the figures, though there are positive signs that pressures will be resolved soon.
the-riotact.com
ACT delays portable long service leave expansion
The ACT Government has delayed the expansion of its portable long service leave scheme to the hospitality, accommodation, hairdressing and beauty industries by six months, citing difficult conditions facing many businesses.
citynews.com.au
Builders warn road fees will hit homes
New ACT road and pathway closure fees could add thousands of dollars to building projects and push up housing costs, Master Builders ACT warns.
citynews.com.au
War Memorial executive's heated stoush with photographer at official launch of $550m redevelopment
A video has emerged showing a War Memorial executive in a heated altercation with a photographer at the official launch of the $550 million redevelopment.
canberratimes.com.au

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