Further to Newsletter No. 24 11th December 2008.
As a consequence of issues being raised both regionally and nationally, and as a result of a Union request, the fire service have agreed to extend the date for expressions of interest for new Fire Safety positions until 24th January 2009.
Hopefully by then outstanding issues can be clarified and any decisions made in the light of full and definitive information.
Yesterday’s notice (below) from District Commander Mackereth once again highlights the dire state of the Fire and Emergency fleet.
There are currently NO relief aerials available in the country to replace the Parnell aerial that has suffered a steering malfunction.
Due to a casual vacancy, we are calling for nominations for the position of: HAMILTON LOCAL PRESIDENT
I declare Phillip Swatridge elected to the position of Timaru Local President.