SAFETY ISN’T JUST WORDS
On the very day Commissioner Gavin Freeman issued a communiqué to FRV employees about safety, firefighters and the Victorian community were being put at risk by a fire truck that should have been replaced six years ago. Instead, its water tank failed, leaving firefighters without water at an incident. It is now off the road, […]
Teamwork. Communication. Trust.
The Melbourne Storm Pathways Academy recently took part in our Fire Ops Immersion Program, getting a firsthand look at what it takes to be a professional firefighter. From working together under pressure to tackling realistic firefighting scenarios, the participants experienced the importance of teamwork, communication and leadership. It’s great to see young athletes developing skills […]
Geelong Left Exposed as Hazmat Truck Breaks Down Mid-Response
Geelong’s only specialist hazardous materials fire truck broke down mid-response to a suspected chemical leak, forcing a backup unit to be dispatched from South Melbourne more than 70km away. Read more HERE
Members Shaping the Future of Our Service
Northern District firefighters are shaping the future of our service. Representatives from every Northern District station came together with operational leaders, UFU representatives and district leadership to identify the key priorities for their stations and communities. Discussions focused on building capacity across the district, including appliance replacement, officer ranks, station upgrades and new station builds. […]
How Is the Allan Government Really Supporting Workers and Their Families?
For almost seven years, Victoria’s emergency services workers have waited while the cost of living has continued to rise. Families are struggling with the cost of groceries, fuel, mortgages and rent, yet the Allan Government has failed to resolve an industrial dispute that should have been settled years ago. These are the people who answer […]
“Don’t tell me what you value. Show me your budget and I’ll tell you what you value.”
A government’s budget is more than numbers—it is a statement of its priorities. It shows what it is prepared to invest in, and what it is willing to leave behind. A government’s budget is more than numbers—it is a statement of its priorities. It shows what it is prepared to invest in, and what it […]
Fire Alarm at State Parliament Answered by a 35-Year-Old Fire Truck
A fire alarm at State Parliament has once again highlighted the condition of Victoria’s ageing fire trucks. The appliance that responded was a 35-year-old Ultra with more than 196,000 kilometres on the clock. A notice attached to the truck advised firefighters not to use the foam pump because it was out of service. Earlier the same morning, Melbourne’s […]
One dental emergency away’: Emergency service workers challenge Premier over seven-year pay dispute
A new advertising campaign highlights the financial hardship being experienced by Emergency Services Employees after waiting nearly seven years for a fair pay outcome. The campaign responds directly to Premier Jacinta Allan’s statement that her government will “always fight for workers and their families”, asking Victorians whether those words match the reality facing the state’s Emergency […]
Community Engagement | Warrnambool Fire Station
UFU Junior Vice President, Dave Black, and Crews from Warrnambool Fire Station recently welcomed Timor-Leste students from the Midfield Group Abattoir for an engaging visit focused on fire safety, emergency services, and community connection. The students participated in home fire safety presentations, toured the station, explored firefighting appliances and equipment, and heard from SSO Dave […]
MEDIA STATEMENT – Divisive and Incompetent – Shadow Emergency Services Minister Danny O’Brien should resign
