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Victoria’s fire truck fleet is so out of date that even a broken door handle becomes a problem. With no spare trucks left to step in, firefighters are being forced ...

Recently eight UFU members who also serve as reservists in the Australian Army recently took part in Exercise Peronne 2.2, demonstrating their commitment to serving and protecting others beyond their ...

This Remembrance Day, we pause at 11am to honour all Australians who have served our nation, recognising their courage, sacrifice and dedication. We remember those who made the ultimate sacrifice ...

Ladder Platform 25 Oakleigh failed during start-of-shift checks and became stuck in the air on its stabilisers. Around two-thirds of this style of fire truck are already past their service ...

Fire Station 87 Dandenong has been without a fire truck for TWO WEEKS. Why? Victoria’s ageing, broken-down fleet has become so stretched that there are no spare trucks left to ...

The UFU is once again proud to stand alongside the Les Twentyman Foundation to help bring Christmas joy to vulnerable children and families across Victoria. Through this wonderful ongoing partnership, ...

Overnight, Fire Station 88 Hallam’s Hazmat truck was taken off the road following a suspected engine failure. Victoria has just 5 Hazmat trucks to respond to chemical spills, toxic gases ...

The Carroll Labor Government is backing cuts to firefighter numbers, putting the safety of Victorian families and communities at risk. When an emergency happens, you deserve to know firefighters will ...

Firefighters from FS72 Mildura joined Merbein residents today, showing their support for a community campaign calling for better local facilities. UFU Delegate Luke Alexander, who is also a committee member ...

On Friday, UFU members took to the streets of Niddrie to speak directly with the community about the Carroll Labor Government’s failure to support firefighters and keep communities safe. The ...

This Halloween, Minister Paul Edbrooke might still like to wear the former firefighter helmet, but his actions tell a very different story. Under his watch, 67% of FRV fire trucks ...

Fire Rescue Victoria’s Rope Rescue Team assisted Victoria Police with a complex rescue in Mount Waverley this afternoon after a vehicle crashed down an embankment. On arrival, firefighters quickly developed ...