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Fire Station 87 in Dandenong has taken delivery of a new Heavy Rescue truck
Fire Station 87 in Dandenong has taken delivery of a new Heavy Rescue truck this week — a critical addition that will respond to serious vehicle accidents with the specialist ...
UFU Warns Geelong Refinery Fire ‘Not Unexpected’
Firefighter Union Secretary Peter Marshall said the fire at the refinery was not unexpected and could have gone horribly wrong.
Inquiry into 2026 summer fires across Victoria Open Mic
The Environment and Planning committee invites registrations for those interested in speaking to the Committee at an open mic session at a regional public hearing as part of its inquiry ...
Who should the Australian Council of Trade Unions really be aiming its focus on?
Who should the Australian Council of Trade Unions really be aiming its focus on? Last week in Federal Parliament, amendments were introduced to strengthen workers’ rights — locking in safety ...
UFU Members Visit Federal Parliament
UFU Victoria members brought a strong, united voice for workers’ rights to Canberra last week—advocating for legislation ammendments that lock in safety standards and ensure no worker goes backwards. Proudly, ...
Bushfire Inquiry – Submissions Closing – Have Your Say
Submissions due 19 April Have your say on whether Jacinta Allan and the Labor Government were Bushfire Ready! To Make A Submission CLICK HERE
Faulty Trucks Risking Lives Amid Norlane Arson Crisis
Geelong Advertiser – Almost 30 house fires have hit Geelong’s north since January amid an escalating arson crisis, yet firefighters say they are responding to emergencies with equipment they can’t ...
FRV Eyes Sending Recruits Interstate
Over 9 months ago, UFU members at Fire Rescue Victoria delivered a clear message — 90.85% voted No Confidence in the FRV Executive “Leadership” Team. Nothing has changed. It’s stories ...
UFUVic In Canberra To Discuss Cross Bench Support
UFU members were in Canberra this week, meeting with Senate crossbenchers to discuss protections for workers’ safety conditions. These were important conversations about safety, fairness, and making sure every worker ...
FRV Celebrate Arrival of New Fire Trucsks!
Recognising that Victoria’s fleet is dangerously outdated, FRV and the Allan Labor Government have engaged consultants to solve the problem. Introducing the FRV “Travelling On Winch” enhanced response, or FRV ...
Taking the Message to the Voters of Ballarat
Ballarat’s professional firefighters were down at ballarat train station for the opening of the new walkway and to talk to the community about the state of our fire services. There ...
Members Pounding the Streets of Mildura For a Rightful Cause
Firefighters were out and about in Mildura this morning — letterbox dropping and speaking directly with the community about the Allan Labor Government’s fire crisis. Over 750 households are now ...