Middlemarch Volunteer Fire Brigade

23/05/2026

We are proud to acknowledge the efforts of our team that took on the Firefighter Sky Tower Challenge today, while record-breaking results eluded us we did manage to raise $5,786 for Blood Cancer NZ which is a great achievement for a team of 3 from a small community, so we extend our sincerest thanks to all who donated, and if you didn’t get a chance there is still time just follow the link
https://firefighterschallenge.org.nz/t/2026-middlemarch-volunteer-fire-brigade
Blood Cancer NZ

22/05/2026

The countdown is almost over for our team's Firefighter Sky Tower Challenge tomorrow. Donations to Blood Cancer NZ are still welcome to support the team in achieving their objectives. https://firefighterschallenge.org.nz/t/2026-middlemarch-volunteer-fire-brigade Blood Cancer NZ

20/05/2026

Not long now!!!
Our team are in the final stages of prepping for this Saturdays Firefighter Sky Tower Challenge.
Massive thanks to those who have donated to the team so far!
If you wish to support our team in raising Funds for Blood Cancer NZ please follow the Link 🔗

https://firefighterschallenge.org.nz/t/2026-middlemarch-volunteer-fire-brigade

A donation can either be made to the team, or an individual, this can be done by tapping on their profile.

Please support my Firefighter Sky Tower Challenge

10/05/2026

Our team is officially in the final countdown for the Firefighter Sky Tower Challenge to support Blood Cancer New Zealand.
This is no small feat. We’ll be tackling 1,103 steps (51 flights of stairs), climbing 328 meters straight up while carrying 25kg of gear. This year, Audry and I (Kiera) are taking on the climb "donned and started" (breathing through the BA), while Lisa will be climbing "donned."

Why we’re climbing:
Every day, 8 Kiwis are diagnosed with a blood cancer or related condition. It’s a journey that is incredibly tough for patients and their whānau. Blood Cancer NZ is the only national organisation dedicated to supporting these families, funding life-saving research, and advocating for those in need. Every dollar raised goes directly toward their mission to care and their vision to cure.
It can affect anyone, at any time—but your support makes a massive difference.

How to help:
If you’d like to support our climb and this incredible cause, you can donate to our team via the link below:

https://firefighterschallenge.org.nz/t/2026-middlemarch-volunteer-fire-brigade

Check out some of our favorite moments from last year’s challenge below! 📸

29/04/2026

Middlemarch Volunteer Fire Brigade are proud to welcome three new Firefighters!

Ruby, Erika and Scotty entered the Woolston Training Center as recruits and completed seven days of intensive training, finishing on Friday, April 24th. The course covered the aspects of day-to-day firefighting, our team did incredible pushing themselves and gaining valuable knowledge to help them serve our community.

A massive congratulations to Ruby, Erika and Scotty on this incredible achievement and for earning their yellow helmets!

24/04/2026

Lest We Forget

This ANZAC Day, we honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of all those who have served and continue to serve. 🕊️🎖️

15/04/2026

Our recruits were on the clock tonight, practicing their 90-second BA startups in preparation for Ruby, Erika, and Scotty’s upcoming recruits course.
To wrap up, the team tackled some "real-world" obstacles to get comfortable moving in restricted spaces. Looking sharp and ready for the next step!

14/04/2026

04/04/2026

Will you check your smoke alarms this daylight saving, question?

1. Check your smoke alarms are working by pressing the button. The end of a broom handle is a great help! 🧹

2. While you’re there give them a little dust, a minute of maintenance could save lives!

3. Check in on elderly whānau or neighbours. Fifty percent of avoidable deaths in house fires are people over the age of 60. This is something we can change.

It's not rocket science, do it today 🚀

01/04/2026

🔥 Smoke Alarms Save Lives – Every Room Matters 🔥

Did you know most house fires happen at night while we’re asleep? That’s why having working smoke alarms in every bedroom is so important.

But don’t stop there 👇
✔️ Install smoke alarms in hallways and living areas
✔️ Make sure you have them in sleepouts
✔️ And don’t forget caravans and motorhomes

Anywhere someone sleeps should have a working smoke alarm.

🛠️ Test your alarms regularly
🔋 Change batteries when needed
🚨 Replace alarms every 10 years

A small step today could save lives tomorrow. Make sure your whole whānau is protected, no matter where they sleep.

https://www.fireandemergency.nz/home-fire-safety/sort-your-home-fire-safety/