Petition request

That the House of Representatives change legislation to give volunteer firefighters the same ACC coverage and benefits as their paid counterparts.

Petition reason

Volunteers want their voices heard. Volunteer firefighters are advocating for the same recognition and ACC coverage as their paid counterparts. 12,000 volunteer firefighters are excluded from certain ACC benefits due to being classified as non-employees. We believe: ensuring the safety, health, and well-being of these volunteers must be a top priority for the government; we need action; our volunteers are vital; there is a duty of care that is being missed and volunteers are suffering.

Petition progress

  • Open for signatures
  • Closed for signatures
  • Select Committee
  • Reported
  • Referred to Minister
Number of signatures: 36549
Date presented: 13 May 2025
SC Report(s): 02 Dec 2025 (Final)
Closing date: 30 Apr 2025