We Need Action, Not Words!
Today, while Commissioner Gavin Freeman was busy hosting the 2025 International Fire Service Leaders Roadshow, Victorian firefighters were reminded just how far his leadership has failed. Unlike fire chiefs from across the globe, Freeman has shown a complete lack of leadership at home. Instead of standing with firefighters, he has focused on slashing their working […]
Victorian Fire Season Peril – Critical Fire Truck and Equipment shortage!
Victoria’s Fire Truck Fleet is currently at Breaking Point. What will it take for Jacinta Allan to act on this crisis?? Find out more: www.breakingpoint.com.au
Significant Bushfire Outlook for Victoria!
A Significant Bushfire Outlook for Victoria. Will we have the Fire Trucks available to deal with it? Victoria’s Fleet is dangerously not fit for purpose. Find out more: www.breakingpoint.com.au
The UFU Victorian Branch is deeply saddened by today’s tragedy in Porepunkah
Two Victoria Police members have lost their lives, and another has suffered life-changing injuries while serving their community. Our thoughts and deepest sympathies are with their families, their workmates, and the entire Victoria Police community who are grieving this unimaginable loss. On behalf of the UFU President, UFU Secretary, Branch Committee of Management and UFU […]
Save the Data. Rally to Scrap the Wrongful Emergency Services Tax!
Following the Success of the Wonthaggi Community Rally, another is set for Pakenham on 16 September. The Good Name of Emergency Service Workers should not be used to introduce a State Government Tax
Meet the latest Fire Ops 101 graduates who aren’t afraid of a little heat
The immersive program at the Fire Rescue Victoria Academy in Craigieburn gives participants a real-world glimpse into the physical and mental demands firefighters face every day. From battling fires in full protective gear and navigating smoke filled rooms to responding to car accidents, medical emergencies and hazmat incidents, participants were given an insight into the range […]
Firefighters do so much more than squirt the wet stuff on the red stuff, rescue kitties up trees and feature in sizzling hot Christmas calendars!
Firefighters also provide critical medical treatment when they arrive at accidents before ambos. They also have specialised, high-angle Rope Rescue teams for urban search and rescues in high places. When buildings collapse, firefighters save people under rubble with drills, jackhammers, cameras and acoustic listening devices. Firefighters also have marine specialists who extinguish fires at ports […]
Your Emergency Services Levy – Where’s it really going?
At only a half-day Fair Work Commission meeting this week, FRV and the Allan Government sent: • 2 King’s Counsel • 2 Barristers • SIX Solicitors (including partners from top-billing firms) • Acting Deputy Secretary Tony Matthews (Rumoured to be earning close to $500k per year) • FRV Executive Director of People & Culture Tom […]
Sky News highlights the reality that the Vic ALP (Premier Allan and Treasurer Symes) have run our fire service to Breaking Point!
A new secret documentary, ‘Breaking Point’, filmed at Victorian fire stations, reveals the alarming unreliability of aging fire trucks. Over 500 breakdowns have been reported in the past year, with many trucks past their 15-year use-by date. Firefighters Kat Dunell and Matt Morgan have joined the show to blow the whistle on the deadly failing […]
UFU Members Gather in Force! Largest Ever Coming Together to Pass an Important Motion!
Victoria Trades Hall for one of the biggest Special General Meetings in recent memory. Members travelled from all over the state to be there — a clear sign of just how united and committed our union is. A motion was passed unanimously in a powerful show of solidarity, with members informed, engaged, and ready to act. […]