Special week for Māori Monarchy - Koroneihana 2022
Te Koroneihana is a weeklong annual event bringing thousands to Tuurangawaewae Marae ki Waikato, to pay their respects to the Māori King.
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Tim Gibb
Franz Josef Volunteer Fire Brigade advise of the passing of Station Officer and Gold Star member, Tim Gibb.
A service to celebrate Tim’s life will be held at Franz Josef Hall on Saturday 20 August at 1pm.
Important step for Digital Strategy as Āwhina platform established
Yesterday (16 August) marked an important milestone in Fire and Emergency’s implementation of its Digital Strategy as the new digital workflow platform went live.
New Get Firewise, Māui-tinei-ahi and Open Home resources being rolled out
Get Firewise, Māui-tinei-ahi and Open Home programme resources are engaging and practical tools for our people to arm our communities with fire safety knowledge and start positive conversations. Both programme’s resources have now been updated, based on feedback and research to ensure they stay fit for purpose and reflect our organisation’s and our communities’ needs.
National Incident Management Teams - the way forward
The National Incident Management Teams (NIMT) are moving to a model of a pool of nationally deployable personnel, administered by their home Regions, rather than separate teams.
Wildfire Safer Housing Guide launched
Fire and Emergency has developed the Wildfire Safer Housing Guide for homeowners living in areas at risk to wildfire. The Guide recommends ways to improve a house’s performance if it is attacked by a wildfire.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand Sportsperson of the Year 2021/2022
Sports Council calls for nominations for the 2021/2022 Sportsperson of the year and the Special Achievement Award 2021/2022.
Public Safety Network Implementation Business Case approved by Cabinet
The decision marks a significant step forward for the PSN programme of work.
Robert (Bob) MacLeod
Raglan Fire Station advises there will be a memorial service for Robert (Bob) MacLeod, Robert passed away August 2021. The service will be held at the Raglan Town Hall, 41 Bow Street, Raglan on Monday 22 August at 11am.
Wint Steen
Cambridge Volunteer Fire Brigade advises there will be a memorial service for Wint Steen on Saturday 13 August at Cambridge Fire Station at 11:30am
Wint passed away last August but due to COVID restrictions was not able to have a funeral.