Further to Newsletter No. 31 – 15 December 2010.
Subsequent to the advice in Newsletter No. 31 (as above), the Union has had further communications with the Fire Service.
The Union Committee viewed a demonstration of the new corridor on 29 March 2011.
Consequently the Union Committee advises members that the advice in Newsletter No.31 not to participate in Train the Trainer Courses is withdrawn.
Members are therefore free to now participate.
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.