Victorians are saying “not in our name”.
Farmers, Firefighters and landowners feed, protect and participate in funding the Fire Services levy along with Victorians.
We’ve been used as human shields for the Allan Government’s $5 billion tax grab that hits everyone.
- Farm taxes tripled
- Billions ripped from regions for tunnels and blowouts
- Homeowners tax doubled
- Small business even more
- Everyone will pay at the checkout when they buy milk, meat, fruit and veg
- Renters will pay when landlords pass it on.
- Small business will pass it on or they’ll hit the wall
Community Rally Videos
WHAT THIS TAX WILL COST YOU!
Comparison of 2024-25 FSPL and 2025-26 ESVF variable rates (cents per $1,000 CIV)
Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund
From 1 July 2025, the Fire Services Property Levy (FSPL) will be replaced by the Emergency Services and Volunteers Fund (ESVF).
To read the full Victorian Government Treasury Document CLICK HERE
Centre of Full Employment and Equity The University of Newcastle
Independent evaluation of the Fire Services Property Amendment (Emergency
Services and Volunteers Fund) Bill 2025
Read the full report CLICK HERE
WITH YOUR SUPPORT WE CAN COLLECTIVELY CHANGE THIS!
We want an immediate moratorium on this tax
A public inquiry into how this hits every Victorian
The Government to immediately stop spending the existing Fire Service Levy revenue raised on non-emergency service expenditure.
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Rally Against the Emergency Services Tax -Bacchus Marsh, Thursday 6th November, 7pm
Thursday Nov 6th 2025, Bacchus Marsh Public Hall 207 Main Street, 7pm Start
Farm taxes tripled
Billions ripped from regions for tunnels and blowouts
Homeowners tax doubled
Small business even more
Everyone will pay at the checkout when they buy milk, meat, fruit and veg
Renters will pay when landlords pass it on.
Small business will pass it on or they’ll hit the wall
Joe McCracken MP Brings Victorians’ Voices to Parliament — But Is Jaclyn Symes Listening?
Joe McCracken MP takes Victorians’ fight against the Emergency Services Tax to Parliament. But is Jaclyn Symes hearing what communities are saying?
Petition Signed by 44,000 Victorians from the West of Our State Tabled in Parliament. Calling on the Government to Scrap the Tax.
MP Sheena Watt goes to great length to stick up for the most disgusting deceitful dishonestly introduced levy in the history of Victoria. We don’t know where the MP got her speaker notes, but it is clear the fact checking did not occur. Scrap the Deceitful Tax now!
MP Sheena Watt – How Can She Be Believed When the Reality is the Opposite to What She Claims!
MP Sheena Watt goes to great length to stick up for the most disgusting deceitful dishonestly introduced levy in the history of Victoria. We don’t know where the MP got her speaker notes, but it is clear the fact checking did not occur. Scrap the Deceitful Tax now!
Treasurer Symes Dodges Questions and Plays Politics with Victoria’s Communities
Treasurer Symes refuses to answer Victoria’s communities honestly. When directly questioned in Parliament about the joint letter from Mayors and Councillors across the state, she dodged the question and offered no truthful response. Listen to the new reel below and see why communities are outraged
Councils Push Back: Enough is Enough – Communities Snubbed Over Emergency Services Tax
Victoria’s councils are uniting in outrage as the State Government’s Emergency Services Tax drains money from local communities. After being snubbed and ignored, mayors and councillors are taking their fight straight to Parliament — demanding action and fairness for every Victorian.
Ballarat Say’s Jacinta Allan & Jaclyn Symes You Must Scrap Your Wrongful Deceitful Dishonest Tax! ESVL
Banding Together – 79 Rural, Regional and Metropolitan Councils Unite Against Allan Government’s Controversial Emergency Services Levy. In a rare show of solidarity, 79 rural, regional and metropolitan councils have signed a joint letter to Premier Jacinta Allan, demanding an urgent meeting.
Banding Together – Rural, Regional and Metropolitan Councils Unite Against Allan Government’s Controversial Emergency Services Levy
Banding Together – 79 Rural, Regional and Metropolitan Councils Unite Against Allan Government’s Controversial Emergency Services Levy. In a rare show of solidarity, 79 rural, regional and metropolitan councils have signed a joint letter to Premier Jacinta Allan, demanding an urgent meeting.
More Videos – Our Community Rallying As One to Stop the Tax
Councils Are Speaking Out Against This Wrongful Tax & Their Numbers Are Rapidly Growing!
Are You Struggling? – You’re Not Alone – Help Is Available
We understand that this unfair tax law is placing enormous strain on individuals, families, and especially our farmers. If you’re feeling overwhelmed, please know that you don’t have to face this alone. It’s okay to ask for help—and reaching out is a sign of strength, not weakness. Whether you need someone to talk to, financial advice, or mental health support, there are trusted services ready to stand with you. Click on any of the resources below to get the help you need, when you need it.
