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NZ firefighters awarded medals for service in Australian bushfires
11 November 2022 | Announcements
Firefighters throughout New Zealand have been honoured for their service by the Australian Government with the Australia National Emergency Medal.
Joint Fire and Emergency and NZPFU statement
10 November 2022 | Announcements
The NZPFU and Fire and Emergency have held two days of negotiations this week which has included an exchange of proposals.
Fire and Emergency and NZPFU talks positive - to continue tomorrow
9 November 2022 | Announcements
Fire and Emergency Chief Executive Kerry Gregory says talks with the NZPFU today were positive and discussions will continue tomorrow.
South Island Fire and Emergency staff celebrated for Australian firefighting efforts
7 November 2022 | Announcements
Firefighters in the South Island were recognised today for their outstanding contribution during the catastrophic Australian bushfires over the 2019/2020 summer
Pegasus Beach Fire - Final Update
7 November 2022 | Emergency Information
The fire at Pegasus Beach remained within its containment lines overnight.
Busy Guy Fawkes weekend for firefighters
7 November 2022 | Announcements
Firefighters were kept busy this Guy Fawkes weekend with fires caused by fireworks across the motu.
Pegasus Beach Fire Update #12
5 November 2022 | Emergency Information
The Pegasus fire remains contained and under control on Saturday.
Te Mata Peak fire started by fireworks
5 November 2022 | Announcements
Fireworks were the cause of a significant vegetation fire at Te Mata peak last night, Fire and Emergency confirms.