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New First Response Unit To Better Serve St Arnaud Community
Tuesday, 26 May 2026, 2:15 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
Chief Fire Officer Graeme Andrews says the brigade has been working towards becoming medical first responders for some time, with the main driver being how isolated the town is. More >>
Take These Simple Steps To Keep Your Household Safe From Fire This Winter
Tuesday, 26 May 2026, 9:32 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
Each year from May to July, Fire and Emergency sees a 17% increase in house fires and a 29% increase in fires caused by items too close to heat sources. Community Education Manager brings simple steps to keep your whānau safe this winter. More >>
New Year Honours Recipients Recognised
Friday, 22 May 2026, 9:16 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
The recipients have dedicated decades to supporting their communities to become stronger, safer, and more resilient through their roles with Fire and Emergency and through their many other community contributions. More >>
Fire And Emergency New Zealand Reminds Public To Be Extra Careful When Strike Action Takes Place
Thursday, 21 May 2026, 3:53 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
The NZPFU has indicated its intention to continue twice-weekly strikes. More >>
Fire And Emergency New Zealand Reminds Public To Be Extra Careful When Strike Action Takes Place Today
Wednesday, 20 May 2026, 11:43 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
"I want to reassure the public that all 111 calls will be received and responded to during the strike periods," Deputy National Commander Megan Stiffler says. More >>
Fire And Emergency Received Calls For 19 Incidents During Today’s Strike
Friday, 8 May 2026, 4:42 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
Six were for alarm activations and one was for a medical event, which a volunteer crew responded to. More >>
Fire And Emergency New Zealand Reminds Public To Be Extra Careful When Strike Action Takes Place
Thursday, 7 May 2026, 4:27 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
Fire and Emergency has established a process with Hato Hone St John and Wellington Free Ambulance for responding to medical events in impacted areas. More >>
Fire And Emergency Reminds Public To Be Extra Careful While Strike Action Takes Place
Wednesday, 6 May 2026, 9:28 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
During the one-hour strikes, Fire and Emergency will prioritise emergencies and may not attend less serious incidents, such as private fire alarms where there is no sign of fire, small rubbish fires, traffic-management assistance, and animal rescues. More >>
Fire And Emergency Reminds Public To Be Extra Careful While Strike Action Takes Place
Thursday, 30 April 2026, 4:35 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
The NZPFU has indicated its intention to continue twice-weekly strikes. More >>
Fire And Emergency Reminds Public To Be Extra Careful While Strike Action Takes Place
Tuesday, 28 April 2026, 4:10 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
The NZPFU has indicated its intention to continue twice-weekly strikes. More >>
Open Fire Season For Most Of Nelson Marlborough
Friday, 24 April 2026, 8:13 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
District Commander Grant Haywood says the autumn conditions have reduced the fire risk across the district. More >>
Fire And Emergency Reminds Public To Be Extra Careful While Strike Action Takes Place
Friday, 24 April 2026, 7:12 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
The NZPFU has indicated its intention to continue twice-weekly strikes. Deputy National Commander Megan Stiffler reassures the public that all 111 calls will be received and responded to during the strike periods. More >>
Fire Ban Lifted In Three Areas Of Otago
Thursday, 23 April 2026, 9:56 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
The conditions can change quickly, so we would still ask that anyone planning to light a fire in the open ensures they do so safely and with consideration for others. More >>
Fire And Emergency Responds To Flooding Across Wellington
Monday, 20 April 2026, 7:31 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
Deputy National Commander Megan Stiffler says Fire and Emergency is assisting Wellington Region Emergency Management Office (WREMO) in its response. More >>
Fire And Emergency Reminds Public To Be Extra Careful While Strike Action Takes Place
Sunday, 19 April 2026, 3:16 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
"We remain focused on achieving a fair and sustainable settlement with the NZPFU so we can continue working to keep our communities safe," Deputy National Commander Megan Stiffler says. More >>
New Fire Station Opens In Marlborough
Friday, 17 April 2026, 2:53 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
Flaxbourne’s Rural Controller Duncan Roberts describes the new station as "fantastic" and says it will enable the brigade to operate more efficiently and safely. More >>
Kaiteriteri Gas Leak - Final Update
Friday, 17 April 2026, 11:59 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
"Roads in the area are now reopened and people have been allowed to return to properties that were evacuated earlier today," he says. More >>
Firefighters Respond To Gas Leak In Kaiteriteri
Friday, 17 April 2026, 9:15 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
Fire and Emergency New Zealand was alerted to the leak at 6.50am. Properties in the immediate area have been evacuated, roads are closed and cordons are in place. More >>
Fire And Emergency Reminds Public To Be Extra Careful While Strike Action Takes Place
Thursday, 16 April 2026, 4:27 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
In addition, Fire and Emergency has established a process with Hato Hone St John and Wellington Free Ambulance for responding to medical events in impacted areas. More >>
Fire Ban Lifted In Parts Of Otago
Wednesday, 15 April 2026, 8:08 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand
The section 52 prohibition of fireworks in Upper Waitaki, Central and Lakes fire zones will also be revoked at 8am on Wednesday 15 April, until further notice. More >>
