In accordance with the Rules of the New Zealand Professional Firefighters’ Union, nominations are called for the positions of:
Local Secretary
Local President
Local Vice-President
Local Committee members (up to 15 Committee member positions)
We’re again in a position where we have to navigate a challenging and extended period of collective bargaining with Fire and Emergency. In times like these, our unity and collective strength as union members is critical. It’s a good moment to reflect, and reinforce why solidarity matters, and why it’s so essential we stick together.
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.
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.
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.
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.