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Queensland Auxiliary Firefighter Association
Protecting you.
Protecting the community.
Supporting Queensland’s auxiliary firefighters — on call 24/7.
Queensland auxiliary firefighters
Representing the people who respond when communities need them.
The Queensland Auxiliary Firefighter Association Inc. (QAFA) is an incorporated association managed by a committee of auxiliary firefighters.
Auxiliary firefighters are paid, part-time Queensland Fire & Emergency Services employees. They respond to urban and rural emergency incidents across Queensland, leaving jobs, businesses and families to answer local threats in minutes.
About QAFA →How QAFA supports members
Conflict intervention
Support in conflict situations, including bullying and intimidation.
Financial support
Arranging support for members during hardship, including funerals and medical expenses.
Legal support
Arranging legal support where appropriate.
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News & resources
Latest updates for members.
Update on Auxiliary Award decision
Read the Commissioner’s statement and download the Award document with a reprint operative date of 28 August 2026.
Read the updateR-FIRE: Brain Health research study
QIMR Berghofer is inviting current and former firefighters exposed to bushfire smoke to take part in a voluntary research study.
Read the update