Ivan Anthony (Oakey) Weastell

27/03/2024 | In Memoriam | National

Waiau Volunteer Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Ivan Anthony (Oakey) Weastell on 7 March 2024. Born on 10 November 1944, Oakey was a member of Waiau Volunteer Fire Brigade from 1962 till 1992 and Chief Fire Officer from 1973 till 1992.

Jim Nicolls

25/03/2024 | In Memoriam | National

It is with a sad heart that Pukekohe Volunteer Fire Brigade advise of the passing of retired CFO and Life member Jim Nicolls.

Ian (Monty) Montgomery

19/03/2024 | In Memoriam | National

It is with great sadness the Nelson Marlborough District advise of the passing of Ian (Monty) Montgomery. Ian was the past Controller with the Ōkiwi Bay Brigade, a position he held for many years. In keeping with Ian’s wishes, a private cremation has been held.

Andrew Prangley

18/03/2024 | In Memoriam | National

It is with a huge degree of sadness that Kaikohe Fire Brigade advise of the sudden passing on Thursday 15 March of ex DCFO Andrew Prangley. Andrew served with the Paeroa, Rawene, Kaikohe and Kamo Brigades, completing a total 26.

Graeme Trigger - Updated

14/03/2024 | In Memoriam | National

It is with great sadness the New Plymouth Fire Brigade advise the passing of ex Senior Firefighter Graeme Trigger on Wednesday 13 March 2024. Graeme joined Inglewood Fire Brigade in November 1963 and then moved to the New Plymouth Fire Brigade in 1969, where he served until 2007.

Leo May

13/03/2024 | In Memoriam | National

Waiuku Volunteer Fire Brigade advise of the passing of Life Member Leo May. Leo served from 1971 to 1989.

John Goodliffe

04/03/2024 | In Memoriam | National

The Southern Fire Communication Centre and Canterbury Fire District advise of the passing of ex Senior Firefighter and ex Senior Dispatcher John Goodliffe on Friday 1 March.

Neil Petersen

22/02/2024 | In Memoriam | National

Spencerville Volunteer Fire Brigade (formerly Brooklands VFB) advise the passing of Neil Petersen. Neil was one of our foundation members and jointly responsible for the formation of the Brooklands VFB (member #4).

Cheri-Lu Flight

21/02/2024 | In Memoriam | National

It is with immense sorrow that the Tūrangi Fire Brigade advise of the passing of Firefighter Whaea Cheri-Lu Flight. Cheri-Lu started her journey with us in June 2011 and found her happy place driving our vehicles.

Frank Anderson

19/02/2024 | In Memoriam | National

Wellington District advises the passing of ex Qualified Firefighter Frank Anderson, aged 80 years, on Thursday 15 February. Frank joined Upper Hutt Fire Brigade in March 1972 with the majority of his service being at Trentham Fire Station and served until retirement in July 2010.