2025-11-28
Labor has refused to support fair superannuation for the firefighters and paramedics who carry this country through crisis after crisis.
The Government and Opposition last night voted down a Greens amendment to increase employer super contributions for frontline emergency workers to at least match those received by Australian Defence Force personnel.
“Firefighters and paramedics put themselves in harm’s way to protect others, often at high risk and great personal cost,” Greens Economic Justice spokesperson Senator Nick McKim said.
“It is deeply disappointing and shameful that Labor has failed to recognise that sacrifice by ensuring that they receive fair superannuation.”
“This amendment would have tackled a clear inequity in our superannuation system while sending a strong signal of respect and support for the people who keep us safe.”
“Labor failed an important test today. They love talking about fairness when the cameras are on, but when it really counts they refuse to back in the people who put their lives on the line.”
The Greens’ proposal would have ensured firefighters and paramedics receive employer contributions of 16.4%, reflecting the physical and psychological toll their work takes over a lifetime.