New Digital Radio System for Emergency Services in Progress
All four emergency services are set to share a new digital radio system, improving communication across 19,000 radio terminals nationwide.
St John Sees High Ambulance Calls Despite Slowdown
St John receives 15,000 calls weekly, exceeding expectations for winter demand, reflecting ongoing pressure on emergency services.
NZ Paramedics to Prescribe Medicines in ED Relief Win
New Zealand paramedics will soon have prescribing powers for certain medicines, easing pressure on emergency departments nationwide.
SH1 Closure Near Te Hana: What Travellers Need to Know
A building fire has closed State Highway 1 near Te Hana in northern Auckland. Here's what you need to know to plan your journey safely.
Katikati Emergency Services Foodbank Drive Returns 2 December
Katikati's Emergency Services Foodbank Drive runs on 2 December from 6.30pm, as demand for food parcels rises 9% with 4500 people fed so far in 2025.
Te Puke Volunteer Fire Brigade Responds to Record Number of Calls
Te Puke Volunteer Fire Brigade faces record demand with 295 calls this year. Brigade members dedicate 200 hours each to emergency response and community en
Ōmokoroa 'Sirens and Services' Day to Showcase Emergency Responders
A free Sirens and Services event at Ōmokoroa on 22 November will let the community meet emergency responders and learn about Civil Defence and disaster pre
Katikati Volunteer Firefighters Upskill in Vehicle Rescue
Katikati volunteer firefighters completed a two-day Motor Vehicle Accident training course, learning to use the jaws of life to rescue crash victims.
Te Puke Volunteer Fire Brigade Celebrates 205 Years of Service
Te Puke Volunteer Fire Brigade celebrates service achievements and thanks community sponsors at annual honours night.
Wild Winds Batter Katikati, Causing Widespread Damage
Katikati's Volunteer Fire Brigade answered 29 callouts in 14 hours as winds up to 133 km/h caused widespread roof, fence and tree damage across the town.
Services Showcase Safety Brings Community Together in Te Puke
Te Puke's Sirens and Service event brought emergency services and community organisations together to educate residents about local safety resources and su
Te Puke Firefighter Mark Deacon Reflects on 10 Years of Service
Mark Deacon, a Te Puke firefighter with 10 years of service, reflects on his journey with the volunteer brigade and memorable rescue operations.
Katikati Volunteer Fire Brigade Recruits New Members at Open Day
Katikati Volunteer Fire Brigade's open day on 29 March drew new recruits, with four potential firefighters and three non-operational staff signing up after
Katikati Fire Brigade Opens Doors to Recruit New Volunteers
Katikati Volunteer Fire Brigade is hosting a family open day on 29 March to recruit new volunteers and show the community what firefighting involves.