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Near Disaster on the North Shore

Members will no doubt be aware of the major 5th Alarm fire that broke out last night on the North Shore. This fire had widespread impacts to people across Tamaki Makaurau with several Emergency Alerts having to be made. Additionally, our thoughts go out the local community, including the owner, tenants, and staff of the businesses impacted.


WORKERS MEMORIAL DAY APRIL 28

Please see below for events for Workers’ Memorial Day 28 April 2025. 

Occupational disease is the primary killer of firefighters globally and self-harm resulting from mental health issues directly attributed to the workplace is sadly prevalent.

Off-duty or on-break NZPFU members are encouraged to attend these events as we continue the decades long battle to have firefighters occupational disease recognised so that firefighters and their families are supported in their greatest time of need.


BARGAINING UPDATE AND NEW PAYROLL SYSTEM

The NZPFU will be sending out invites to Locals for a Zoom meeting next week to provide an update on bargaining.

There have been eight bargaining sessions with the next session to be held in Christchurch this week.  We have one more agreed session for the 8th and 9th April.  


National Notice from the NZPFU President: Passing of Senior Firefighter Carl Whiten

It is with deep sadness that we acknowledge the passing of Senior Firefighter Carl Whiten, who has left us after a courageous battle with cancer. Carl was a dedicated firefighter of the Christchurch Brigade, whose unwavering commitment and service profoundly impacted the lives of countless people across Ōtautahi and beyond.


BE WARY OF FENZ-PROMOTED SURVEYS

The NZPFU has been notified of recent “urgent” requests for participation in surveys by FENZ. 

The NZPFU notifies members that it is not in their interests to participate in any survey where the NZPFU has not had the necessary information or involvement to clarify the purpose and scope of the survey, veracity of the methodology including selection of participants and how data will be analysed, or protections of confidential information/anonymity including who has access to the data/information and how it will be stored and used.


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FENZ REVIEW OF STATION GYMS AND LINES RESCUE RESOURCING

The NZPFU has been notified that Stations and Districts are being asked to provide information on the numbers of those that use the gyms, safety standards and rating on equipment on gear not supplied by FENZ and any concerns or observations.


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Welcome to Te Kāhui Kaipatuahi o Aotearoa, the NZ Professional Firefighters' Union.

The NZPFU is a key partner with Fire and Emergency New Zealand. Through reducing the likelihood of unwanted fires, reducing consequences from emergencies and helping build resilient communities we contribute to a safer environment for New Zealanders.

Our members serve their communities to protect and preserve life, property and the environment. NZPFU representatives are based on all career fire stations. There are also 19 Union Locals in the major metropolitan and principal centres where career firefighters are employed. 

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