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Bay of Plenty, Tongariro and Taupō move to an open fire season

The Bay of Plenty and South Waikato Districts of Tongariro and Taupō move to an open fire season from 9am Wednesday 17 April, until further notice.

Wildfire risk remains high in parts of rural Canterbury

While much of the South Island is on alert for flooding, Fire and Emergency is reminding Cantabrians that parts of their region are still at risk from wildfires and urging people in rural areas to stay vigilant.

New Chief Executive for Fire and Emergency New Zealand

The Board of Fire and Emergency New Zealand is pleased to announce the appointment of Kerry Gregory as Chief Executive, succeeding Rhys Jones who is coming to the end of his five-year term.

Automatic fire alarm connection

Connecting your business to an automatic fire alarm system helps us to respond to a fire more quickly. It can also help you comply with building code requirements.

Employers of volunteers

Fire and Emergency NZ releases Independent Review of Tasman Fires

Fire and Emergency New Zealand has today released the Australasian Fire and Emergency Services Authorities Council (AFAC) Independent Operational Review of its management of last summer’s Tasman fires.

Four new members for Hawke’s Bay Local Advisory Committee

Fire and Emergency New Zealand has welcomed four new members to the well operating Local Advisory Committee in Hawke’s Bay.

Increasing fire danger sparks change in Canterbury fire season

Sunday’s fires along the Darfield railway line provided a timely reminder to everyone in Canterbury that it just takes a spark to start a wildfire, particularly as the fire danger increases.