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NZPFU MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS SCHEDULE [UPDATED]
| Featured News

The NZPFU will be holding membership meetings in July to update on bargaining and conduct any ballots the National Committee thinks necessary.

The NZPFU and FENZ are currently discussing proposals in bargaining. We meet again for bargaining on the 3rd and 4th July where we expect to continue those discussions. By the conclusion of those two days there may be an offer to discuss at the membership meetings.  We will also conduct any ballots at membership meetings that the National Committee thinks necessary.

Retirement of Senior Station Officer Sulu Devoe
| Auckland Local

After 47 years of dedicated service, Senior Station Officer Sulu Devoe has made the decision to retire. Sulu has been a strong advocate for NZPFU members’ rights and terms and conditions of employment. He would always put firefighter safety and wellbeing front and centre, never failing to raise concerns with Fire and Emergency Management, sometimes ruffling feathers in the process.

| Kawerau Local

An election for the Kawerau Local President position shall be conducted by electronic voting commencing at 0900 (9am) Monday 30 June 2025 and closes 1700 (5pm) Friday 11 July 2025.

| Auckland Local

An election for the Auckland Local Vice President position shall be conducted by electronic voting commencing at 0900 (9am) Monday 30 June 2025 and closes 1700 (5pm) Friday 11 July 2025.

NZPFU MEMBERSHIP MEETINGS
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It is time to have a national round of membership meetings for bargaining purposes.

The NZPFU and FENZ are currently discussing proposals in bargaining. The parties meet again on the 4th and 5th July 2024 where we expect to continue those discussions and by conclusion of those two days there may be an offer to discuss with the membership.

| Auckland Local
Breaking News

Since the last NZPFU notice Auckland Local representatives have met with District Manager Vaughan Mackereth to discuss his direction not to deploy the aerial appliance Parnell 255 unless confirmed fire.

Mr Mackereth refused to withdraw his instruction, threatened industrial action for those that did not comply with his instruction and refused to other alternatives to address aspects of the health and safety implications of his instruction.

Today the NZPFU notified FENZ that Officers had the right on health and safety grounds to deploy the heavy aerial in accordance of their training and experience, regardless of confirmed fire.

| Auckland Local

Members will be aware of District Manager Mackereth's instruction to all staff to restrict Parnell’s aerial appliance to respond to confirmed fires only, copied below.

This instruction was issued without genuine consultation with the Auckland Local and highlights the disarray and crisis that Fire and Emergencies fleet is in. Despite the organisation saying that their fleet is well maintained and regularly serviced, once again reality proves the complete opposite,  with this decision impacting the safety and well-being of firefighters and the public.

| Kawerau Local

Due to nominations being received for Kawerau Local Secretary, President and Vice President and common nominees for positions, a series of elections will be conducted in accordance with the Rules.

The election for Local Secretary will be conducted first, then President and Vice President if still required.  Separate notices will be issued for each election.

| Auckland Local

Due to nominations being received for Auckland Local President, Vice President and Local Committee with common nominees for positions, a series of elections will be conducted in accordance with the Rules.

The election for Auckland Local President will be conducted first, then Vice President and then Local Committee if still required.  Separate notices will be issued for each election.

| Wellington Local

Members are advised that Kurt Walsh has been elected Wellington Local Secretary unopposed due to the withdrawal of the other nomination.

An election for the Wellington Local President position shall be conducted by electronic voting commencing at 0900 (9am) Monday 9 June 2025 and closing 1700 (5pm) Friday 4 July 2025.

Declaration Notices for Local Triennial Elections
| Breaking News
Breaking News

The period for nominations of the NZPFU Local Triennial elections closed at 5pm yesterday (Thursday 29 May).

Please see the notices available for download below for every NZPFU Local detailing the nominations, those elected unopposed and where elections will need to be conducted.

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The 2025 PCA payment will be paid on the 25th June 2025 pay day.

NZPFU Triennial Local Elections Reminder
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Members are reminded that completed nomination forms for Local Secretary, President, Vice President and Committee members must be received by the relevant Returning Officer no later than 5pm on the 29th May 2025.

NZPFU TRIENNIAL LOCAL ELECTIONS 2025
| Featured News

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)

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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.

Near Disaster on the North Shore
| Auckland Local
Breaking News

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.

WORKERS MEMORIAL DAY APRIL 28
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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.

BARGAINING UPDATE AND NEW PAYROLL SYSTEM
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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.  

National Notice from the NZPFU President: Passing of Senior Firefighter Carl Whiten
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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.

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