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International Working Women’s Day 2026 Training
International Working Women’s Day 2026 is a day of solidarity and education, and Trades Hall is welcoming unionists from across the state to join them for a full day of ...
Three Fire Truck Failures at One House Fire
Yesterday in Dandenong, firefighters were put at serious risk when three fire trucks failed at the one house fire. Crews arrived to find the home fully involved. As firefighters entered ...
Members of the UFU, CFA Volunteers Group and the Across Victoria Alliance spend their Valentine’s Day out in the community
Yesterday, members of the UFU, CFA Volunteers Group and the Across Victoria Alliance spent their Valentine’s Day out in the community — talking to Victorians about what’s really happening to ...
This Valentine’s Day, here’s another one of our special cards
We care deeply about the safety of Victorian communities — and the safety of firefighters who protect them. But no matter how much firefighters want to be there for you, ...
About Today
Being February 14th, we thought we’d share a few of our own special edition Valentine’s Day cards Because nothing says caring for loved ones like properly funded fire services, reliable ...
Four Decades of Service: Fire Station 31 Honours Two Dedicated Leaders
Congratulations to Leading Firefighters Phil Constantinou and Albert “Alby” Perini on their long and distinguished careers, each spanning more than four decades with Fire Rescue Victoria. The pair were recognised during ...
Moving the Goal Posts Won’t Fix FRV Fleet Crisis
Each week, FRV publishes a weekly fleet report showing how many fire trucks are off the road, using a traffic-light system to label availability as “normal,” “significant,” or “critical.” Until ...
Victoria’s firefighters union has raised “serious concerns” about the safety of the West Gate Tunnel
Victoria’s firefighters union has raised “serious concerns” about the safety of the West Gate Tunnel after witnessing an incident where smoke detectors failed to detect a smouldering backup battery under ...
On the Ground at West Melbourne Fire Station
Nick McGowan MP visits Fire Station No. 2 in West Melbourne. One appliance on the floor today and already their fourth call this shift — a clear reminder of just how ...
From the Track to the Truck
FRV leading firefighter and UFU member Ruby Holten delivered a huge performance, storming home to win the prestigious 120m Ballarat Gift in a thrilling, photo-finish sprint — crossing the line ...
7 February 2009 – We Remember!
Today we reflect on the devastating events of 7 February 2009, when extreme weather conditions fuelled catastrophic bushfires across Victoria. Black Saturday stands as a solemn reminder of the ever-present ...
