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IGNITE Magazine: Issue 25

10 October 2022 | Ignite Magazine

In this issue: An introduction to our new Service Delivery leaders, also learn about the importance of acknowledging tangata whenua during a fire and more...

Mt Creighton Fire - Update 5

9 October 2022 | Emergency Information

Firefighters have made significant progress today towards containing the vegetation fire on the slopes of Mt Creighton, above the Glenorchy Road near Queenstown

Mt Creighton Fire - Update 4

9 October 2022 | Emergency Information

Ground and aerial firefighting is continuing in order to contain the vegetation fire on the slopes of Mt Creighton above the Glenorchy Road near Queenstown.

Mt Creighton Fire - Update 3

9 October 2022 | Emergency Information

Six helicopters and seven ground crews are working to contain the vegetation fire on the slopes of Mt Creighton above the Glenorchy Road near Queenstown.

Mt Creighton Fire - Update 2

8 October 2022 | Emergency Information

Helicopters have stopped operations and firefighters have left the fire ground for the evening.
We will monitor the fire overnight.

Mt Creighton Fire

8 October 2022 | Emergency Information

Fire and Emergency was called to a fire in Mt Creighton at 4.35pm yesterday. Firefighters have continued fighting the fire today.

Northland house fire proves why smoke alarms should be checked this daylight saving

21 September 2022 | Announcements

Working smoke alarms will protect you, your whānau, and your home. Just like they did for Northland local, Hinerakei Allen.

Queen’s Birthday Honours recipients recognised

16 September 2022 | Announcements

Fire and Emergency New Zealand volunteers from Manaia, Auckland, Hahei and Karekare were presented with their Royal Honours today.