Re Melb base. Rosters are subject to 4 roster requests per month, between 5 and 8 overnight per month, Newcastle, Devonport, Launceston
Only one weekend off per month, other days off can be single days .
Rostering is generally more flexible than Syd - but you need to understand that what you pick up on the swings you may lose on the roundabout - that is , there has to be give and take if you want flexible rostering.
