UFU Members Rally to Stop the Tax and Ensuing Labor Government Cuts to Emergency Services!
UFU Members in Ballarat have turned out in support of the Community’s ‘Scrap The Tax’ rally. This is a tax on every single Victorian, yet will see CUTS to our emergency services!
UFU Delegates Conference – Strength in Unity!
This week, UFU Victoria Delegates from across the state came together at Victorian Trades Hall for a powerful one-day conference. From important updates to open discussion, delegates walked away with key info to take back and share with members on station and across the state. A huge thanks to all who attended — and to Victorian […]
The MP Who Got It Wrong!
MP Georgie Purcell on 3AW tries to explain away her vote but everyone knows “she is wrong”. Her comments then prompted the secretary of the United Firefighters Union to call in to refute her “incorrect” claims. Listen to the full interview CLICK HERE
Thank a First Responder!
Each year every second Wednesday of June is Thank a First Responder Day! Yes, that’s today! First responders include many Australian medical and health workers, police, firefighters and SES workers. These individuals have taken up the duty of protecting and caring for our communities. While these roles are paramount and can often be very rewarding, […]
AFLW Team Western Bulldogs Visit Station 67 – Fire Ops 101 Attendees
Recently, UFU members welcomed three powerhouse players from the Western Bulldogs AFLW team — Kristie-Lee Weston-Turner, Keeley Hardingham and Alice Edmonds — to Fire Station 67 – Ballarat City! The visit was a great opportunity to learn more about each other’s roles — from the fireground to the footy field. Our firefighters put the players […]
“Every Second” Counts in an Emergency!
Every second counts in an emergency — but right now, Victorians are being put at risk as outdated fire trucks are forced to sit idle, waiting minutes just to build up air pressure so the brakes will work, just like this one this morning. That might be acceptable for an everyday truck — but not […]
Trish & Bill visited FS62 Corio today and met the crew of P62B that responded to her EMR event this past February
As firefighters our number one priority is to protect & preserve life. It was truly a rewarding experience to see Trish healthy & happy after all that she has endured. Hers is an incredible story and the crew Fire Station 62 — C Platoon are proud to have played their part in it Earlier this year, Trish’s life […]
Senate Select Committee on PFAS
Listen Now – 4th June 2025. Senate Select Committee on PFAS (per and polyfluoroalkyl substances) hears from Witnesses: United Firefighters Union of Australia | Mr Greg McConville, National Secretary, Mr Elijiah Smith, National Industrial Research Officer & United Firefighters Union of Australia Aviation Branch | Mr Wesley Garrett, Branch Secretary UFU Aviation Branch Secretary Mr […]
Chaos as Fire & SES Cuts Bite!
In the already well underfunded Emergency Services Sector Treasurer Jaclyn Symes rips $165 million from existing costs. While Jaclyn sleeps at night the risk to the community is treacherous. The current service cannot cope Jaclyn it is your responsibility to fund to look after the community. What don’t you understand about that. We implore you […]
Treasurer Symes Caught Out – $12 million ‘Admin’ Cost for the New Tax!
Treasurer forced to admit $12million ‘Admin’ Cost for the New Tax. May 16 – ABC News, on the New Tax:Ms Allan said every dollar raised would go back to emergency services and be reported on annually. It does not add up!