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The United Fire Brigades’ Association (UFBA) wishes to thank all emergency services personnel who have responded to protect their communities across the motu as Cyclone Gabrielle causes widespread devastation.

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We have had some inquiries from members regarding the new protective barrier hoods that have only been distributed to some brigades and not others.

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The UFBA want to thank all fire brigade members in Auckland, Bay of Plenty, Waikato and surrounding areas for their exceptional response in the weekend to the state of emergency situation. 

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If you opted in for the FENZ Volunteer Annual Reimbursement, you will be aware that these were paid out in December last year.

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Fire and Emergency have published the registration details for their upcoming webinar on Early Trauma Care, presented by Mike Hunter.

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Update from FENZ on the firefighter illumination capapbility (torches)

Christmas 2022
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Kia ora members

Thanks for a great year with the UFBA!

It's been a big one...

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The UFBA welcomes the release of the Public Service Commission’s review.

We’re pleased to see the passion of volunteer firefighters recognised in the report and are going to take some time to read the findings and consider the recommendations.

Cone
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Kia ora koutou

It’s great to see progress being made on the NZPFU dispute with FENZ … it is even better to see that the government has listened to our message and is ensuring the funds used to settle this claim do not come from existing budgets.

Uniform
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The UFBA has appointed a representative to the FENZ Uniform Retender Project Reference Group.

Parliament Briefing
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On International Volunteer Day, the UFBA has sent the below briefing to all MP's to help increase awareness of the importance role of volunteer firefighters in their communities. 

Medals
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We are delighted to now be able to formally acknowledge the commitment and dedication of all our members.

APES
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The Australasian Police & Emergency Services (APES) Games are just over three months away!

Peter Dunne
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Can our loyal volunteer firefighters count on us?

Published by New Zealand Herald, 5:00AM, 24 November 2022

3 year certificate
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When ordering service honours, Brigades can now choose the 3-year certificate in the current size (B4) or A4.

ICPA Project Update
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Incident Capability and Payments Alignment (ICPA) Project update

Thank you to the 2300+ volunteers who responded to the recent ICPA project survey on future-state models for how

FENZ
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Last but not least, we have the UFBA Conference recordings for all of Fire and Emergency’s presentations – FENZ Chair Rebecca Keoghan in the opening address, CE Kerry Gregory's interview, ELT Panel “Connection with FENZ Leaders” and the three FENZ presentations “Connection with FENZ”

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UFBA Conference keynote speaker recording for Russell Jackson’s presentation “Connect, plan and be the change agent” is now available on our website for you to view and share with your brigade.

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The UFBA Conference keynote speaker recordings for Shelly Davies’ “Connection through clear communication” and Dr Tom Mulholland’s “Connecting with yourself and the communities you serve” presentations are now available on our website for you to view and share with your brigade!

Working safely in water
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The Membership Advisory Panel (MAP) is seeking expressions of interest from members to represent UFBA on the Fire and Emergency Working Safely in and around Water Reference Group.

PSN
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The Membership Advisory Panel (MAP) is seeking expressions of interest from members to represent UFBA on the Fire and Emergency Public Safety Network Working Group.

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UFBA Conference keynote speaker recordings for Scion “Connection with science and technology” and NIWA “Connection through Climate Change” are now available on our website for you to view and share with your brigade.

Melissa Clark-Reynolds
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We're pleased to advise the UFBA Conference keynote speaker recording for Melissa Clark-Reynolds' presentation “Connection through inspiring leadership” is now available on our website for you to view and share the learnings with your brigade.

Click the link below:

Keynote speaker Lance Burdett presenting at UFBA Conference/Hui
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We are please to announce our keynote speaker, Lance Burdett's presentation - Connecting in a meaningful way in high-stress situations, is now available on our website.

Click the below link to view:

Wildfire
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Last Monday, UFBA representatives participated in the Fire and Emergency workshop for the Incident Capability and Payments Alignment project.

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Yesterday, UFBA CE and Board Chair met with the Minister of Internal Affairs, Hon. Jan Tinetti to discuss several matters of importance, including the way in which ACC needs to provide better support for our members, the firefighters.

Prof Stds
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We are pleased to announce that the UFBA Professional Standards policies have been approved by the Board and endorsed by the Membership Advisory Panel following consultation with the membership and incorporating the feedback.

Turnout procedures
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We have been approached by a number of volunteer brigades seeking further clarity on turnout procedures and their obligations during industrial action by FENZ frontline employees.

Women's Firefighter Development
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The UFBA is seeking a representative to join the Fire and Emergency Women Firefighters’ Development Research Project Reference Group

Taitamariki
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We’re pleased to be launching our pilot Taitamariki Programme for 9-16-year-olds in August. This pilot has been delayed previously due to restrictions, which now gives us an exciting opportunity to reach out to more brigades who might be interested.

AGM
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A strong key message came out of the meeting that UFBA CEO Bill Butzbach and Advocacy Advisor Megan Devine attended at the Hawkes Bay Fire Brigades Sub Association 62nd Annual Conference on 2 July at the Norsewood Fire Station.