Tairāwhiti - Fire and Emergency NZ

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IN AN EMERGENCY, CALL 111

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24/06/2026

Tomorrow, between 12pm and 1pm, members of the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union will be stopping work for one hour.

We will continue to answer 111 fire calls. Volunteer stations in the affected cities and towns will respond, as they regularly do when there are multiple emergencies.

If you are at home, do not leave cooking unattended. Make sure you have working smoke alarms in every bedroom, hallway, and living area.

If there is a fire, get out, stay out, and call 111.

If you are at work, know your building evacuation plan. If there is a fire or the fire alarm sounds, exit the building, assemble at your safe meeting place and call 111.

If you are on a job site that uses spark or heat generating tools, we ask you to refrain from using these tools during this hour.

It is important to acknowledge that this strike action will not affect the parts of the country served by our volunteers.

If you are unsure whether your area is affected, please visit https://shorturl.at/thoU5

24/06/2026

Sending so much love from us here at Gisborne Station to those affected in Tokomaru Bay ❤️‍🩹

Whether it's your first light of the winter season or your first fire after a clean-out, make sure your chimney is just ...
24/06/2026

Whether it's your first light of the winter season or your first fire after a clean-out, make sure your chimney is just as ready — unseen debris is a fire waiting to happen!

23/06/2026

Tomorrow, between 4.30pm and 5.30pm, members of the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union will be stopping work for one hour.

We will continue to answer 111 fire calls. Volunteer stations in the affected cities and towns will respond, as they regularly do when there are multiple emergencies.

If you are at home, do not leave cooking unattended. Make sure you have working smoke alarms in every bedroom, hallway, and living area. If there is a fire, get out, stay out, and call 111.

If you are at work, know your building evacuation plan. If there is a fire or the fire alarm sounds, exit the building, assemble at your safe meeting place and call 111.

If you are on a job site that uses spark or heat generating tools, we ask you to refrain from using these tools during this hour.

It is important to acknowledge that this strike action will not affect the parts of the country served by our volunteers.

If you are unsure whether your area is affected, please visit https://shorturl.at/thoU5

ADVISORY - CONTROLLED BURN - MATOKITOKI QUARRYThis is to notify local communities of a controlled burn taking place toda...
21/06/2026

ADVISORY - CONTROLLED BURN - MATOKITOKI QUARRY

This is to notify local communities of a controlled burn taking place today (Monday 22nd June) starting this morning. The burn is happening near the Quarry which means it will be visible throughout most of Gisborne City and is expected to burn for approximately 7 days. Crews on site are well equipped with machinery and water supplies; and will be monitoring the area until the burn is complete.

Smoke in the surrounding areas will likely be present so please prepare by closing windows and doors. If you have any concerns during this burn period, please ensure you locate the source of the fire before calling 111.

21/06/2026

To wrap up Volunteer Week, we’re proud to share a special message from our District Manager. A big thank you to all our amazing volunteers - you truly make a difference in our district!

A busy week for Māui Tinei Ahi and Firewise across our kura in Tairāwhiti! Don't forget to test your smoke alarms and ha...
18/06/2026

A busy week for Māui Tinei Ahi and Firewise across our kura in Tairāwhiti!

Don't forget to test your smoke alarms and have an escape plan for your whānau.

Thank you to our local firefighters who supported in educating our tamariki to be Firewise. You all rock!

18/06/2026

Tomorrow, between 12pm and 1pm, members of the New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union will be stopping work for one hour.

We will continue to answer 111 fire calls. Volunteer stations in the affected cities and towns will respond, as they regularly do when there are multiple emergencies.

If you are at home, do not leave cooking unattended. Make sure you have working smoke alarms in every bedroom, hallway, and living area.
If there is a fire, get out, stay out, and call 111.

If you are at work, know your building evacuation plan. If there is a fire or the fire alarm sounds, exit the building, assemble at your safe meeting place and call 111.

If you are on a job site that uses spark or heat generating tools, we ask you to refrain from using these tools during this hour.

It is important to acknowledge that this strike action will not affect the parts of the country served by our volunteers.

If you are unsure whether your area is affected, please visit https://shorturl.at/thoU5

Across Tairāwhiti, 205 volunteers stand ready to respond 24/7, 365 days a year — attending emergencies, training, and so...
14/06/2026

Across Tairāwhiti, 205 volunteers stand ready to respond 24/7, 365 days a year — attending emergencies, training, and so much more.

Do you know a volunteer firefighter, brigade support member, medical first responder, or operational support volunteer who deserves a shout-out?

Let's kick the week off by dropping a thank you message in the comments to help us recognise the volunteers who make a difference every day ❤️

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