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UFU and FRV reach agreement on a new proposed CTA Agreement:

Please ensure you cast your vote on the new Agreement   

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UFU Member Q&A over proposed CTA Agreement.

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LATEST EBA Updates

  • 13 October 2026: The Access Period is now open. The UFU reviewed, contributed to, and agreed with FRV the proposed CTA Agreement, the Explanatory Memorandum and the Benefits at a glance document.  Voting for the new proposed CTA Agreement opens on 21 October, 8AM and closes 27 October, 4PM.
  • UFU Workplace Visits on 6 – 8 October: Thank you to every member who attended.
  • Further UFU Workplace Visits commencing 19 October: To be released via UFU Bulletin.   
  • We understand a third party, who is not a bargaining representative, attended the UFU’s Zoom Members Meeting on 1 October 2026 and is now delivering presentations on the agreement reached between UFU and FRV. He has not been involved in developing one claim, one clause, one comma. He may be able to read a pre-written script, but he was never at the bargaining table.

Work bans

Work bans are an effective way for you to make your voice heard. Engaging in bans is one way employees can keep pressure on an employer.

Not sure where to start? Why not…

  • Avoid sending correspondence, including emails… unless they are sent in all caps.  (Ban #4, Tranche 2)
  • Avoid sending any calendar invitations… unless the title is just ‘meeting’.  (Ban #15, Tranche 2)
  • Set up your inbox to automatically copy emails you receive… to the FRV Fire Rescue Commissioner.  (Ban #12, Tranche 1)
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Remember: You have a right to engage in protected industrial action, including work bans. Learn more here.

If taking any protected action would endanger the life, safety or welfare of any person, do not take it. If you’re unsure about anything, contact your delegate or the UFU for advice.
Not sure about your rights or a work ban? Get in touch with us ASAP.  

RESOURCES

We want members to feel supported and informed. To that extent, please be aware of the following resources for members: 

Campaign Materials

We have a growing library of downloadable and printable materials including posters, email banner images and more here.

Information on your rights, bargaining, and protected action

You need to know your rights before you can exercise them. To support members, we’re compiling information about your rights, the bargaining process, and protected action here. 

Your delegates

Delegates are members – other FRV employees – who’ve stepped up into a leadership role. Delegates can help you understand topics like the union’s role, workplace issues, and your rights at work. Learn about your delegates here.

Welfare and financial hardship support

The union has exclusive deals with businesses – such as BankVic –  who may be able to help in times of financial stress or hardship. UFU members are also entitled to free and confidential counselling. If you are struggling, please contact the union, a delegate, your welfare officer, or even the union secretary, Peter Marshall. See all union contacts and support details here. 

Answers to your questions

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