Mike (Michael) Howell
Otago District advise the passing of ex Senior Firefighter Mike Howell on Friday 26 July. Mike joined Dunedin brigade in July 1976, serving around the districts station and retiring in April 2016.
News
Fire plans now published and in effect
See all finalised Fire Plans here.
Russell Postlewaight (MNZM) Parking details updated
Wellington District advise the passing of Russell Postlewaight (MNZM) on Saturday 27th July 2024 at his home surrounded by his much-loved family. Russell was a long servicing member of Fire and Emergency NZ, joining Lower Hutt Fire Brigade in 1972 before transferring to Wellington in 1975.
More kiwi firefighters to deploy to help battle Canadian wildfires
A second group of 21 firefighting personnel from Aotearoa New Zealand will leave tomorrow for Alberta, Canada to help fight wildfires burning across the province.
An update on our Annual Market Rate Review
We are progressing reviewing our pay rate ranges for roles not covered by the NZPFU Collective Employment Agreement.
Our Aerial appliances are on their way to the body builders
Bronto (Tampere, Finland) has finished its work on our five aerial appliances, and they are on their way from Finland to Auckland and Brisbane for the body build phase.
He Hokinga Mahara, A Returning of Memories
He Hokinga Mahara has been created to honour the service and contribution of the Fire and Emergency personnel during the severe North Island weather events of early 2023.
Have you experienced a wildfire in New Zealand’s native forests?
If you have experienced a fire in a native forest or have seen a native forest act as a fire break, Scion would like to hear from you.
Learning Station Update
On the weekend of 27th July 2024 Learning Station is being updated.
Āwhina Evacuation Scheme Management System upgrade: first phase of enhancements live
After several months working to remediate known issues with the Āwhina for Evacuation Schemes application, the rollout of the first phase of enhancements has been successful.