Ashburton Volunteer Fire Brigade

04/05/2026

04/05/2026

After a little bit of negotiation, we were very fortunate to get the use of a crash damaged van for some extra practice. With already having a severe impact on the left front, this was a fantastic opportunity to let some of our newer members have some training with the extrication gear, and try some new ideas that you don’t normally get the opportunity to try.

This type of training is extremely valuable for all involved, and we were certainly grateful for the opportunity.

Just one of the skills you train for being a volunteer fire fighter. Could you volunteer your time to be a fire fighter and be one of the super humans in your community? 👨‍🚒🧑‍🚒

26/04/2026

Ashburton’s annual wheels week has kicked off, and it was great to go along and support the Jo’s Garage Carbs and Coffee classic car display on Sunday morning to fly the flag along with St John ambulance. ☕️ 🚑

Over 100 beautiful cars of all descriptions were on display. Their owners all with a coffee in hand. 🚗

But for us, it was about all about smoke detectors, home fire safety and escape plans. Are you ready for an emergency? 🚨

11/04/2026

Go Ellen go!

We wish you all the best and can’t wait to hear about this! Have a read on what Ellen is getting up to!
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Ellen Westwood is a professional interior consultant at Redmonds by day and an Ashburton volunteer firefighter 24/7. Next month, she will head to Wellington to compete in the national firefighting championships. The 23-year-old has been with the Ashburton brigade for nearly two years. She joined bec...

26/03/2026

Unfortunately, sometimes our call outs go into the very early hours of the morning. And when it does, it’s being part of a great team that gets you through those longs nights. 🥱

While the officers make plans to get everyone home, the crew get all the hose and gear packed up and ready for the next one.

If you want to be part of a great team doing great things in the community, get in touch with the Ashbuton Volunteer Fire Brigade. 🔥 🚒 👏

21/03/2026

Today members of the Ashburton Volunteer Fire Brigade, family and friends took part in the Cancer Society Ashburton Relay for Life.
The generosity of our families and employers allow us to do our job and events like this are a great opportunity for us to give back to the community we serve and have some fun along the way.
Thanks to everyone that supported us today and also a huge thank you for the support to such a worthy cause.

13/03/2026

The sun was shining today as we watched two of our newer members Sama and Kendall receive their new fire fighter helmets after completing their 7 day recruit course. 🏅

They have spent a hot, hard and challenging week honing their skills and are now ready to jump in the trucks and serve their community when the siren sounds.

Congratulations to you both for the effort you have put into all your training over the last six months and graduating today. We hope you enjoy your time in the brigade and serving the Ashbuton community. 👏🚒

23/02/2026

🚒 Canterbury Provincial Firefighter Challenge Champs 🚒

On Saturday, 9 keen members of our brigade headed to Waimate for the Canterbury Provincial Firefighter Challenge Championships — and what a great day it was!

Everyone gave it their all, showed plenty of grit, and represented the brigade with pride. The teamwork, determination, and support for each other was awesome to see, and it paid off with some fantastic results.

🏅 Results:
• 1st Female Tandem – Ash Gals – Ellen & Sam
• 3rd Open Female – Ellen Westwood
• 3rd Co-Ed Tandem – Accounts – Warren & Nicole

Huge effort by all competitors — whether you placed or not, you should be proud of the mahi you put in on the day.

A big thank you as well to our amazing supporters, families, and friends who came along, cheered loudly, and kept everyone fuelled and motivated. We couldn’t do it without you behind us every step of the way ❤️

Next stop: South Islands on 7th March. Let’s go again 💪🔥

09/02/2026

This weekend a keen crew from our brigade headed down to Oamaru to compete in the Otago Southland Fire Associations Firefighter Challenge – and what a weekend it was!

The team put their strength, skills, and teamwork to the test across a range of tough events. Plenty of sweat, a few sore muscles and lots of laughs.

We’re proud of the effort and the times set at this event. Next stop Waimate for the Canterbury Provincial Challenge. 🚒 🧑‍🚒

23/01/2026

Tomorrow we will be down at Mitre 10 on 25/01/2026 to help and support our local Volunteer Fire Fighters climbing the Auckland Sky Tower! All proceeds will be going towards Leukemia and Blood Cancer New Zealand.

Come say hi, grab a sausage and help raise funds for such an amazing fundraiser! 🚒 🔥

08/01/2026

From our CFO himself. 🚒

Check out Chief Fire Officer of the Ashburton Volunteer Fire Brigade Jeff Marshall in todays copy of the Ashburton Guardian as part of our 'What Would You Say?' CAAP Campaign 🧡