16/02/2024
| In Memoriam
| National
It is with great sadness the Nelson Marlborough District advise the passing of Ray (Mac) McKnight, Ray was a QFF at Nelson Station from 3rd October 2005 until 31st July 2011. Ray was a valued brigade member in Christchurch before his time at Nelson Station.
15/02/2024
| Risk reduction,
Community engagement
| National
Consultation is open from Thursday 15 February 2024 to Thursday 14 March 2024, 5pm.
14/02/2024
Vegetation incident stats for 7 days from 5 Feb to 11 Feb 2024.
13/02/2024
| In Memoriam
| National
Wellington District advises the passing of ex Operational Support Phil Campbell, on Thursday 8 February after a short illness. Phil joined Hutt Valley Fire Police Unit in 1980 and served until 2022 and attained the rank of Station Officer.
13/02/2024
| In Memoriam
| National
Whanganui Fire Brigade advise of the passing of Duncan Troughton, former Senior Firefighter of Blue Watch, Whanganui on Thursday 8 February 2024. Duncan Lance Troughton joined Whanganui Brigade in October 1974 and served until November 2003. Duncan was presented with his Gold Star in 2000.
12/02/2024
| Risk reduction
| National
A new ‘How to safely burn crop residue’ video has been developed to show rural and semi-rural communities how they can minimise risk when carrying out crop residue burns on their property.
12/02/2024
| Respect, inclusion and culture
| National
We are seeking your feedback on a proposed new Code of Conduct and our updated draft Policy on Bullying, Harassment and Victimisation.
12/02/2024
| In Memoriam
| National
It is with sadness Ngā Tai ki te Puku region advises of the passing of former Western Bay of Plenty Rural Fire Officer Barry Low RNZAC. He was a great friend and supporter of the Tauranga Fire Brigade and founder of the Greerton Pari Wai Taraka (water tanker).
09/02/2024
| Safety, Health & Wellbeing
| National
An update on the WorkSafe Improvement Notice on our Asbestos Management Plans.
09/02/2024
| Operational
| National
The National Tunnel Reference Group (NTRG) provides advice on planning and responding to incidents in tunnels, including tunnels under construction.