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Prime Minister Scott Morrison announces compensation for NSW volunteer firefighters

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Gladys Berejiklian, Scott Morrison Shane Fitzsimmons speak to the media during a press conference at NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) Headquarters.
Gladys Berejiklian, Scott Morrison Shane Fitzsimmons speak to the media during a press conference at NSW Rural Fire Service (RFS) Headquarters. Source: AAP Image/Bianca De Marchi

Prime Minister Scott Morrison has responded to calls to compensate NSW firefighters by announcing they will receive payment of up to A$6000 depending on how long they've spent fighting fires.

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Prime Minister Scott Morrison has responded to calls to compensate NSW firefighters by announcing they will receive payment of up to A$6000 depending on how long they've spent fighting fires.

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