Whatatutu Volunteer Fire Station

Whatatutu Volunteer Fire Station We're here to provide our community with Fire Safety & Emergency Civil Defence information. We are a small rural brigade approximately 15 kilometres off SH2.

If you'd like to join an awesome crew and be a community asset, give us a call.

Last night’s BA training at Gisborne Fire Station saw our crew put through their paces in the BATB (Breathing Apparatus ...
03/06/2026

Last night’s BA training at Gisborne Fire Station saw our crew put through their paces in the BATB (Breathing Apparatus Training Building). Under the guidance of our trainer, we navigated tight spaces and challenging conditions while wearing BA, building confidence, teamwork, and familiarity with working in confined environments. A valuable night of learning and experience for everyone involved. 🚒💨 Thank you Ivan for giving up your evening to train us.

Unfortunately, there are no photos from inside the training building—our focus was on the training, not the camera!

He mihi maioha tēnei ki a koutou kua tae mai nei ki te whai me te tautoko i tā mātou whārangi Facebook. Nau mai, piki ma...
31/05/2026

He mihi maioha tēnei ki a koutou kua tae mai nei ki te whai me te tautoko i tā mātou whārangi Facebook. Nau mai, piki mai, kake mai rā!

A warm welcome to you all who have come to follow and support our page. Welcome aboard!

Last night we made knots and lines a bit more interesting — and definitely more challenging! Great to see everyone putti...
13/05/2026

Last night we made knots and lines a bit more interesting — and definitely more challenging! Great to see everyone putting their skills to the test, working together, and having a few laughs along the way. Always good to keep training practical, hands-on, and engaging 👨‍🚒🪢

To all the mums out there — mums, dads who are mums, grandparents who have stepped into the role, and mums carrying the ...
09/05/2026

To all the mums out there — mums, dads who are mums, grandparents who have stepped into the role, and mums carrying the heartbreak of losing a child — wishing you a gentle and wonderful Mother’s Day 💐

Today we celebrate the love, strength, sacrifice, and care you give every day.
For some, today is joyful. For others, it may be difficult. No matter your journey, you are seen, valued, and remembered ❤️

Hari Rā Māmā ki ngā whaea katoa
Arohanui ki a koutou katoa i tēnei rā motuhake.
Mauri ora ❤️

Last night concluded our training with live fire scenario and the use of 🧯dry powder extinguishers. We then finished the...
07/05/2026

Last night concluded our training with live fire scenario and the use of 🧯dry powder extinguishers. We then finished the evening with all operational crew becoming familiar with donning the working at heights harness and putting trust in our knots and lines skills. Great hands-on training night with plenty of practical learning and teamwork throughout…. and a laugh too, rescue of “Bob2.0”😁

🚒 Whatatutu Volunteer Fire Brigade recruiting.Wednesdays 6pm. No experience needed.Step up — join us.
02/05/2026

🚒 Whatatutu Volunteer Fire Brigade recruiting.

Wednesdays 6pm. No experience needed.

Step up — join us.

Last week we focused on the theory — tonight we brought it to life 🔥Our crew got hands-on with fire extinguishers, build...
29/04/2026

Last week we focused on the theory — tonight we brought it to life 🔥

Our crew got hands-on with fire extinguishers, building confidence and sharpening the skills needed to respond safely and effectively.

We then moved into working at heights, getting familiar with harnesses, equipment, and practicing essential knots and lines — all about staying safe while supporting one another.

To finish the night, we used our Thermal Imaging Camera (TIC) to check our fire was fully extinguished and to identify any remaining heat sources — he mahi tino pai using technology to keep our community safe.

He wā whakangungu pai — another great training night strengthening our skills, teamwork, and readiness to serve our hapori 💪🚒

This morning at Mangatu Marae Dawn Service, we remembered and honoured the courage, sacrifice, and service of all those ...
24/04/2026

This morning at Mangatu Marae Dawn Service, we remembered and honoured the courage, sacrifice, and service of all those who have served in all conflicts.

Ka maumahara tātou, ka whakanuia hoki te māia, te whakapau kaha me te ratonga o rātou mā kua tū mō tātou.

Lest we forget. 🌺
Kei wareware tātou.

Many thanks to the Marae crew for the “tu meke” breakfast you dished up for us all.

From all of us at the brigade, we stand in gratitude this Anzac Day.
Nā mātou o te ope tinei ahi, e tū whakahōnore ana i tēnei Rā o Anzac.

Photos courtesy of Sally Cale and Ronald Heemi

🇦🇺 History of the ANZAC Biscuit 🍪During World War I, families and friends back home sent food to soldiers serving overse...
23/04/2026

🇦🇺 History of the ANZAC Biscuit 🍪

During World War I, families and friends back home sent food to soldiers serving overseas. With long shipping times and no refrigeration, they needed something that would last — and still provide energy. The ANZAC biscuit was the perfect solution.

Originally known as the Soldiers’ Biscuit, it later became the ANZAC Biscuit — honouring the legacy of the ANZAC and their service at Gallipoli Campaign.

Fun fact: the word “ANZAC” is protected under Australian law, and ANZAC biscuits are one of the few foods allowed to use the name.

While there are plenty of tasty variations, the classic recipe includes:
🍪 Rolled oats
🍪 Sugar
🍪 Plain flour
🍪 Coconut
🍪 Butter
🍪 Golden syrup or treacle
🍪 Baking soda
🍪 Boiling water

📸 Check out the photo for a recipe! If you’re baking ANZAC biscuits this week, we’d love to see — share your creations in the comments.

Or something different try the Anzac Caramel Slice
https://www.chelsea.co.nz/recipes/browse-recipes/gooey-caramel-slice

Kia maumahara tātou ki a rātou — Let us remember them.

Practicing our CPR skills and O2 therapy, using dry foam extinguishers using PTASS and learning module on “Does your kit...
22/04/2026

Practicing our CPR skills and O2 therapy, using dry foam extinguishers using PTASS and learning module on “Does your kit still fit?”

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1137 Whatatutu Road
Te Karaka
4094

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+6468621819

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