Katter’s Australian Party Rural Fire Service policy
Queensland’s Rural Fire Service is desperately underfunded compared to other fire services in Australia. Katter’s Australian Party will change this situation and ensure that this vital organisation is appropriately resourced.
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Policy Summary:
ENSURING THE SAFETY OF OUR RURAL FIRE SERVICE VOLUNTEERS
Funding for all first aid and safety equipment and training for a range of emergency and disaster events
PROPER FUNDING FOR OUR RURAL FIRE SERVICE APPLIANCES
Government funding for fuel, insurance and other running costs
Exemption from registration
PROPER FUNDING FOR OUR RURAL FIRE SERVICE STATIONS
Construction, maintenance and rates for Rural Fire Service Stations to be funded by government
FORMALISE RURAL FIRE SERVICE MANAGEMENT AND REPORTING STRUCTURE
Creation of a Rural Fire Service division within Queensland Fire and Rescue Service, with its own budget
Appointment of a dedicated Rural Fire Service Deputy Commissioner with a volunteer Rural Fire Service background
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For further information, contact Scott Barrett on 0434 740 698 or Bernard Gaynor on 0413 722 995
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