Premier Ben Carroll promises expanded cancer compensation for all fire staff
Premier Ben Carroll pledged to expand cancer compensation for all fire staff if Labor is re-elected in the upcoming election. The proposed changes would include administrative and technical staff in the Country Fire Authority and Fire Rescue Victoria, ensuring they receive the same access to compensation as firefighters. Labor’s plan addresses gaps in the current presumptive rights legislation.
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Published 11 Nov 2026, 18:30 UTC · Updated 11 Nov 2026, 18:40 UTC
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