Our Role

What is the VA?


TASSESVA to advocate for TASSES volunteers, actively supporting Unit leadership teams and engaging cooperatively with TASSES management and Government.

  • The VA is a non-profit organisation which exists to further the interests of TASSES volunteer members.
  • The VA uses its dedicated focus on volunteers to select and drive the resolution of issues that impact on skills, safety and how TASSES volunteers undertake their duties. It is important to note that the VA is an Association not a Union. The VA does not engage in adversarial campaigns but it does seek to further the interests of TASSES Volunteers, and the public they serve, by promoting appropriate standards in training, equipment and ethics in TASSES.

Who are we?


The VA is wholly staffed by TASSES volunteers and is funded by TASSES Units. The VA is comprised of all TASSES Units- two Delegates are selected to represent each Unit, Regional Councils and a State Board.

Our Mission


To be pro-active in the pursuit of excellence in service delivery for VA membership and to maintain an effective communication and interaction with all emergency and support agencies.

Our Vision


To ensure that the highest level of skills training is available to the volunteers of TASSES. To ensure that the resources available to volunteers are applicable to the respective operational requirements.