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Seven possible fireworks fires since going on sale – Fire and Emergency urges caution this Guy Fawkes
4 November 2026 | Announcements
Fire and Emergency New Zealand is urging people to think before they light fireworks this Guy Fawkes following several fires on Monday and Tuesday.
Fire and Emergency warns 10-hour firefighter strikes will put communities at extreme risk
4 November 2026 | Announcements
NZPFU urged to return to bargaining to achieve sustainable settlement.
Waiouru Fire Update #10
1 November 2026 | Announcements
Crews at the fire in the Waiouru Military Training area have used the improved weather conditions today to extend and strengthen containment lines.
Waiouru Fire update 9
31 October 2026 | Announcements
Improving weather has allowed firefighters to continue working on the containment and extinguishment of the fire in the Waiouru Military Training Area.
Fire and Emergency received calls for 13 incidents during today’s strike
30 October 2026 | Announcements
Fire and Emergency New Zealand received calls for 13 incidents between 12pm and 1pm today, Friday 30 October.
NZPFU should call off strikes while members consider offer
30 October 2026 | Announcements
Public warned to expect service delays during upcoming strike periods.
Fire and Emergency New Zealand reminds fireworks users to be safe this Guy Fawkes
30 October 2026 | Announcements
Clear space and calm conditions should be the priority for people planning to set off fireworks this Guy Fawkes, Fire and Emergency New Zealand says.
Waiau Fire update #6
29 October 2026 | Announcements
Conditions on the Waiouru fireground have been challenging today due to strong winds.