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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.
Fire and Emergency still committed to resolution despite further strike action
4 November 2022 | Announcements
Fire and Emergency Chief Executive Kerry Gregory says it is surprising that the NZPFU has given notice of further new strike action in November.
Pegasus Beach Fire Update #11
4 November 2022 | Emergency Information
The fire at Pegasus Beach remains contained within its perimeter.
Incident Controller, Graeme Knight says the Tūhaitara Coastal Park is now closed.
Pegasus Beach Fire Update #10
4 November 2022 | Emergency Information
The fire at Pegasus Beach remains within containment lines and there is no change to the perimeter.