Have a happy and safe Diwali
Fire and Emergency has created some resources to ensure everyone has a happy and safe Diwali.
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Preparing for the future with our Climate Response Strategy
Fire and Emergency is proud to launch the Climate Response Strategy 2022-2030.
Ken Clark - Updated
Ruakaka Volunteer Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Ken Clark on Wednesday 12 October 2022. Ken joined 16 March 1970 and was a career firefighter across many stations in Auckland. He later moved to Ruakaka and joined the brigade, where he was a life member.
International Pronouns Day
Wednesday, 19 October, is International Pronouns Day, and an opportunity to deepen our understanding of, and show our support for, the use of personal pronouns within our workplace and communities.
Albert January
Tirau Volunteer Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Brigade Life Honorary Member Albert January on 13 October 2022. A celebration of AJ's life will be held on Tuesday 18 October at 11:00am at the Rauhoto Marae, Nukuhau, Taupo.
This week is Niue Language Week
It's time to celebrate Faahi Tapu he Vagahau Niue – Niue Language Week (16-22 October).
Seeking members for Local Advisory Committees across the motu
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is seeking new members for its Local Advisory Committees in Northland, Tairāwhiti, Hawke’s Bay and Tararua, Marlborough, West Coast and Otago.
Allen Procter
Te Matau a Māui | Hawke’s Bay District advises of the passing of Allen Procter. Allen's career with the New Zealand Fire Service began in Shannon as a volunteer on 9 October 1961 at the age of 19.
Gary McCracken
Hawarden Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Brigade Firefighter Gary McCracken. Gary was a member of the Hawarden Brigade for over 31 years and was still an active member.
USAR participates in earthquake response exercise in Indonesia
Four of our Urban Search and Rescue members recently attended an Asia-Pacific Regional Earthquake international earthquake response exercise in Bali, Indonesia.