WORLD HOMELESS DAY 2019
UFU members and career firefighters show support for the Salvos On Thursday 10 October, on World Homeless Day, approximately 40 off-duty UFU members (and two spouses!) as well as several on-duty crews attended the UFU…
UFU returns to the world stage
On 4 October 2019, the UN Expert Committee passed a resolution in the form of a recommendation to the next Stockholm Convention for a global ban of PFHxS without exemptions.
UFU Communications update
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Toxic dumper’s assets seized
Firefighters are not a disposable commodity and should not be viewed as collateral damage because of the criminal activities of these unscrupulous persons.
Vale Senior Leading Firefighter Neil Poulton
Neil was one of our own. Neil was an inspiring leader in the workplace, a strong unionist, a diligent delegate, and a friendly face on station.
UFU Welfare Officer returns
Today the UFU welcomes back Welfare Officer Ross Fusca, after he took a period of sick leave.
Secretary responds to reports of investigation, calls for media to stop vilifying career firefighters
UFU Branch Secretary Peter Marshall responded to reports of an IBAC investigation on 3AW Drive. Click HERE for the audio prior to the interview and click HERE for the interview.
Support & welfare services available to UFU members
The UFU reaffirms the following underpinning support and welfare services that are provided to all UFU members and their members. We encourage you to utilise these services.
Final weeks to register for MFB/UFU PFAS blood study
It is vital that all eligible current and retired MFB personnel – not just limited to career firefighters – participate in this world-first study. Members have TWO WEEKS LEFT to register their participation.