Fred Rowe
Hamilton Fire Station advise of the passing of Fred Rowe. Fred was a former SFF at Hamilton station and CFO of Dunedin Fire Station. His funeral will be held on Friday 15 September at 10. 30am at Seddon Park.
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Honouring our fallen firefighters
Today firefighters are gathering under the Sky Tower in memory of those firefighters who lost their lives in the September 11 World Trade Centre attacks as well as honouring New Zealand firefighters who have fallen in the line of duty.
As of today, 140 of us have set a reo (language) goal for Te Wiki o Te Reo Māori
Today marks the beginning of Māori Languge Week. Every time you use te reo Māori, no matter how big or small, you’re supporting Aotearoa to make te reo Māori strong.
SMART Map is changing
On Tuesday, 19 September 2023, SMART Map will be upgraded and renamed to Te Kāpehu and SMART Risk will be decommissioned.
CE update: Eke Taumata 6-monthly report
Earlier this year, an Eke Taumata work programme was established to start the long-term workplace culture change needed to ensure a positive work experience for our people. Today, we have published our first Eke Taumata six-monthly progress report.
New wellbeing pilot launched
Fire and Emergency and the NZPFU are working together on a pilot that will give career firefighters and communication centre personnel access to free and confidential psychological supervision sessions.
Complaints management decision released
We have now released the Decision Document outlining our new operating model for managing complaints.
Mālō e lelei! It's Tongan Language Week!
This week is Uike Lea Faka-Tonga – Tongan Language Week (3 – 9 September).
Henry John (Jack) McCleary QSM
The Waipawa Volunteer Fire brigade would like to advise the passing of Retired Firefighter, Brigade Secretary and Life Honorary Member, Henry John (Jack) McCleary QSM. Jack served for over 50 years in the Waipawa brigade receiving his 50 Year Medal.
Annual volunteer reimbursement amount increased
We appreciate the hard work and dedication of our volunteers. To acknowledge this, we offer an annual reimbursement for out-of-pocket expenses. Earlier this year we increased the amount to account for recent increases to the cost of living.