Firefighters across Victoria are outraged as multiple stations are left without fire trucks due to them being out of date and failing—and there are no replacements available.
Meanwhile, Fire Rescue Victoria (FRV) is reserving trucks for special events, prioritizing PR over public safety. Instead of ensuring communities have reliable emergency response, brand-new trucks are being rolled out for show while firefighters rely on outdated, failing vehicles.
This isn’t just frustrating—it’s dangerous. Every minute counts in an emergency, and without the right equipment, lives and property are at risk.
Firefighters have lost confidence in FRV Commissioner Freeman, who seems more focused on appearances than fixing this crisis. While he puts on a show, firefighters and Victorians are left unprotected.