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Fire and Emergency New Zealand - Latest News [Page 3]

Fire And Emergency And FECA Reach Agreement Strengthening Leadership And Community Outcomes

Thursday, 12 March 2026, 10:14 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

The collective employment agreement was ratified by FECA members on 2 March 2026, following 14 days of negotiations and an Offer to Settle made on 23 February 2026. More >>

Prohibited Fire Season In Otago’s Lakes Zone From Thursday

Wednesday, 11 March 2026, 10:24 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Wherever you are, go to www.checkitsalright to see what fire restrictions apply in your location. If you see any flames or smoke, call 111 straight away. More >>

Fire And Emergency Received Calls For 17 Incidents During Today's NZPFU Strike

Friday, 6 March 2026, 2:35 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Of the 17 incidents, eight were in areas impacted by the strike. More >>

Fire Permits Suspended Ahead Of Hot Weekend

Thursday, 5 March 2026, 3:51 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

District Commander Craig Gold says that any outdoor fire would cause an unacceptable risk to the community, firefighters and the environment. More >>

Change Of Fire Season For Areas Within The Nelson Tasman Region

Wednesday, 4 March 2026, 8:45 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

All fires in the open air now require an authorised fire permit, these can be obtained by applying online at www.checkitsalright.nz. More >>

Fire And Emergency Received Calls For 10 Incidents During Today's NZPFU Strike

Monday, 2 March 2026, 2:35 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Fire and Emergency and the NZPFU are currently in a process of facilitation with the Employment Relations Authority’s independent facilitator. More >>

Fire And Emergency Received Calls For 17 Incidents During Today's NZPFU Strike

Friday, 27 February 2026, 2:08 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Deputy National Commander Megan Stiffler thanked Fire and Emergency’s 11,800 volunteers across the country, particularly those volunteers who were called to attend events in areas impacted by the strike. More >>

Springvale Fire Update #2

Wednesday, 25 February 2026, 8:32 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

A specialist tree assessor is at work identifying and felling several dangerous trees which have been damaged by the fire. That work will ensure the safety of firefighters and residents. More >>

Springvale Fire

Wednesday, 25 February 2026, 5:52 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Thirteen crews from around the area are responding supported by four helicopters. Another five crews are on their way. More >>

Fire And Emergency New Zealand And The Department Of Conservation Renew Their Service Agreement

Wednesday, 25 February 2026, 10:49 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

The Agreement covers how the two organisations work together. It includes the fire control services provided by DOC including services such as advice, research, and personnel for deployments. More >>

Fire And Emergency New Zealand Received Calls For 13 Incidents During Today's Strike

Monday, 23 February 2026, 6:28 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Deputy National Commander Megan Stiffler thanked Fire and Emergency’s 11,800 volunteers across the country, particularly those volunteers who were called to attend events in areas impacted by the strike. More >>

Fire And Emergency Received Calls For 17 Incidents During Today’s Strike

Friday, 20 February 2026, 2:47 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Two incidents were reports of fires at residential properties, one of which was a pot smoking on a stove and the other was a fire in a property’s roof space. More >>

Central Otago Moving To A Prohibited Fire Season

Friday, 20 February 2026, 9:35 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

A ban on all outdoor fires will reduce the number of callouts and allow Fire and Emergency crews to manage other fires that may occur. More >>

Mission Accomplished: Firefighters Return From Victoria

Friday, 13 February 2026, 4:14 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Fire and Emergency New Zealand Assistant National Commander Ken Cooper says the kiwis’ work ethic and achievements have been widely praised. More >>

Fire And Emergency Received Calls For 11 Incidents During Today’s Strike

Friday, 13 February 2026, 2:08 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Fire and Emergency New Zealand received calls for 11 incidents between 12pm and 1pm today, Friday 13 February, the eleventh time the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) has taken strike action. Of these, nine incidents were in areas impacted ... More >>

Fire And Emergency New Zealand Prepares For Forecast Severe Weather Event

Friday, 13 February 2026, 10:02 am | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

The wet weather is likely to increase the risk of landslides in already saturated conditions and we’re asking the public to stay alert and take care. More >>

Open Fire Season For Wairarapa

Monday, 9 February 2026, 1:17 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

The wetter than normal weather we’ve had means escaping fires will travel slower and will be easier to extinguish. More >>

Fire And Emergency Received Calls For 18 Incidents During Today’s Strike

Friday, 6 February 2026, 1:58 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Deputy National Commander Megan Stiffler thanked New Zealanders for their extra care during the strike hour. More >>

Bay Of Plenty Moves To Open Fire Season

Thursday, 29 January 2026, 1:42 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Announcing the change, District Manager Jeff Maunder says recent rainfall across the district means restrictions are no longer necessary. More >>

Tairāwhiti’s Kōpūtūtea Zone Moves Into Open Fire Season

Tuesday, 27 January 2026, 1:33 pm | Fire and Emergency New Zealand

Tairāwhiti District Manager Peter Clark says the fire danger has reduced to the point that fire restrictions are no longer required. More >>

   

 
 
 
 
 

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