Significant communications investment to keep emergency responders and the public safe
Fire and Emergency will benefit from a new digital communications network that will roll out from next year.
News
Fire safety visit to Johnstone’s Hill tunnel
With the northbound tunnel closed for repaving, Fire and Emergency personnel had a walk through the tunnel to see all the safety features and fire systems first-hand.
People Branch reset - updated timeframes for decision-making
A new timeline for final decisions on proposed People Branch changes has been announced by Kerry.
Near miss reporting: Working in and around moving vehicles
Our latest in the 'near miss' series is what we can do to increase awareness and safety measures when working in and around moving vehicles.
Reminder about applications for NTC career recruit trainers
Reminder about NTC career recruit trainers for 2023 - applications close today.
Understanding the volunteer journey research
Fire and Emergency has released its research report looking into the early experiences of volunteers, and the key influences on their decisions to stay or leave the service.
It's time to learn about Parihaka
This Saturday marks 141 years since the Government invasion of the peaceful settlement of Parihaka in Taranaki. We encourage you to check out the resources below and spend some time learning more about what happened.
Norman Jermyn
Cromwell Fire Brigade advises of the passing of Norman Ellis Jermyn (Norm) on 31 October.
Norman served in the Queenstown Volunteer Fire Brigade between 1999 and 2002, the Wanaka Volunteer Fire Brigade from 2003 to 2004, and the Cromwell Volunteer Fire Brigade from 2004 to 2012.
Get your mo’ on this Movember
This Movember, join us in shining a spotlight on men’s health - tackling prostate cancer, testicular cancer, and poor mental health - to ensure we’re looking after ourselves and the men in our lives.
Special Offer: Up to 50% off at Torpedo7
Torpedo7 is offering volunteers and employees at Fire and Emergency up to 50% off instore and online. This offer is available from this Wednesday, 2 November until Tuesday 15 November 2022.