Members Take the Message of the ALP Government Created Fire Crisis to the ALP State Conference
On 23 May, firefighters stood outside the Allan Labor Government’s State Conference to make it clear that we do not support a government that continues to neglect Victoria’s fire service. While communities pay more through the Fire Services Levy, firefighters are being left with ageing trucks, unreliable equipment and broken promises. This is not about […]
MEMBERS CAMPAIGNING FOR A SAFE AND PROPER FIRE SERVICE
Local MP @Julianaaddison was warned two years ago that Ballarat’s fire trucks were ageing and overdue for replacement. Yet Ballarat firefighters are still relying on trucks that should have been replaced seven years ago. Today at Ballarat Heritage Weekend, firefighters are speaking with the community about the growing gap between the Emergency Services Tax Victorians […]
CRANBOURNE FIREFIGHTERS COMMENDED FOR LIFE-SAVING EMR RESPONSE
Outstanding work by UFU members from Fire Station 92 Cranbourne during a complex multi-casualty motor vehicle accident last year. Commander Harris, Senior Station Officer Ali, Leading Firefighter Anderton, Leading Firefighter Saveneh and Leading Firefighter Bibby worked seamlessly alongside Ambulance Victoria and Victoria Police to provide rapid patient care and effective scene management under challenging conditions. […]
Bendigo Station 73 – Firefighters Still Waiting for Critical Support Appliance
Firefighters in Bendigo are still waiting for the replacement of a critical Breathing Apparatus Support Appliance almost two years after concerns were first raised. In February 2025, crews were advised it would take around six weeks for a new appliance to arrive. We are now well into 2026 and the replacement has still not been […]
Contact your friends and family in Williamstown and Newport and let them know Melissa Horne is failing to keep her community safe.
Contact your friends and family in Williamstown and Newport and let them know Melissa Horne is failing to keep her community safe. Melissa Horne is failing Williamstown residents by staying silent while local fire protection continues to fall apart. As of today, Williamstown and Newport are down a fire truck. That means when an emergency […]
UFU Vic members were back at Federal Parliament in Canberra Continuing to Fight for Workers Rights
UFU Vic members were back at Federal Parliament in Canberra last week, continuing the fight for stronger protections and safer workplaces for all workers. Firefighters met with @tomfrenchmoore MP , @senatorcarolbrown , @mattburnellmp , @lisainthesenate and @mattsmithmp to discuss the importance of protecting workers’ rights and safety conditions. Discussions were also held with @senatorkarengrogan , […]
Victorian Labor Government Have Plunged Fire Services and The Community into Terrible Peril!
Nearly $600 million wasted on a cancelled Commonwealth Games. Over $1 billion paid out for the East West Link not to be built. Meanwhile, Victoria’s professional fire service is being left behind. Firefighters are now campaigning in Williamstown, speaking directly with the community about ageing trucks, unreliable equipment and a system being pushed to breaking […]
UFU Members Supporting Conquer Cancer Campaign
So proud of the resilience, heart and commitment our UFU members continue to show. Through freezing rain, cold nights and relentless hours, our members stepped up again last night for a gruelling 9-hour overnight shift supporting @conquercancer.au in their attempt to break the Guinness World Record for the world’s longest relay.
LUCAS FIRE STATION NO. 68 FIRE DOOR STILL BOARDED UP
Firefighters push for the safest solution — not the cheapest. Ballarat and Lucas firefighters continue to raise concerns over deteriorating station conditions, ageing appliances and a lack of investment in frontline safety. Professional firefighters in the region have not received a pay rise in five years — not even in line with CPI — while […]
Prominent Victorians had the rare opportunity to step into the world of firefighting at Fire Ops 101.
A group of prominent Victorians had the rare opportunity to step into the world of firefighting at Fire Ops 101. Participants were suited up, trained, and put through their paces in realistic scenarios our firefighters face every day. From medical emergencies to road crash rescues, participants were guided by our fantastic instructors, gaining an insight […]