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Members Sharing the Message of the Major Risk Victoria Faces as a Result of the Governments Neglect of the Fire Service
Members helping spread the important message to the community of the major risk to all as a result of the Victorian Labor Governments long held approach of running down fire ...
Where is the “Long ALP Promised” Clyde North Fire Station
Clyde North was promised a Fire Rescue Victoria station by the end of 2023. It’s now 2026 — and there’s still nothing. In that time, right across the road from ...
Firefighter Forced to Use Own Credit Card to Pay For Fuel for the Truck
At least one staff member from Victoria’s firefighting service has been forced to use their own money to refuel an emergency vehicle after their government-issued card was declined. Fire Rescue ...
10,000 Followers — Thank You!
A big thank you to everyone who has supported our Instagram page and helped us reach 10,000 followers. It’s great to see our community continuing to grow and connect. We appreciate ...
Questions Raised About Transparency in Fire Services as Station Visit Rules Tightened
Questions are being raised about transparency within Fire Rescue Victoria after reports that staff have been reminded that requests from politicians to visit fire stations must go through official approval channels. The ...
Campaigning for a Better Fire Service at the Pakenham Show
Huge support from the local community today as Members took their campaign for a better Fire Service to the Pakenham Show. The community agrees, why are Victorians paying a higher ...
UFU Members Hit the Streets of Melton – Firecrisis!
Melton Firefighters are holding their local MP to account. Will Steve McGhie speak out on Victoria’s Fire Crisis? #Firecrisis #melton #victoria #melbourne #firetruck TO WATCH AND IMPORTANT MESSAGE FROM THE ...
Massive Risk to the Lives of Residents Living Above 3 Floors in Heavily Populated Suburbs! Premier Allan Knows & Does Nothing
Attention RICHMOND, SUNSHINE, THOMASTOWN and BOX HILL residents. If your home or office is located on the 3rd floor or above then you need to know that because of @jacintaallanmp ...
Talking to the Community About Lack of Government Support!
Ballarat’s professional firefighters were out at the Begonia festival talking to the community about the lack of support from the Allan government, the ESV tax, broken fire trucks and community ...
FRV Leadership directing spin instead of the sickening truth
Under the management of Tom McPherson and Gavin Freeman, the FRV media department spin doctors seem more interested in managing the narrative than telling the truth. Firefighters were forced to ...
On International Women’s Day we recognise and celebrate the women of our fire service and our union.
Women firefighters continue to play a vital role on the frontline — protecting communities, supporting their crews, and strengthening our profession. Their contribution, leadership and resilience help build a stronger, ...