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Dunedin Firefighters Strike for Better Pay, Equipment

11/27/2025

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In Dunedin, Fire and Emergency New Zealand (Fenz) lost power while responding to a vegetation fire.
New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) secretary Mike Taylor said the incident shows a lack of resilience in Fenz equipment.
Firefighters face ongoing challenges, including outdated vehicles.
Dunedin firefighters plan to strike for an hour at midday, seeking better pay and equipment.
Negotiations between NZPFU and Fenz stalled, focusing on health, safety, staffing, equipment.

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Story summary

In Dunedin, Fire and Emergency New Zealand (Fenz) lost power while responding to a vegetation fire.
New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union (NZPFU) secretary Mike Taylor said the incident shows a lack of resilience in Fenz equipment.
Firefighters face ongoing challenges, including outdated vehicles.
Dunedin firefighters plan to strike for an hour at midday, seeking better pay and equipment.
Negotiations between NZPFU and Fenz stalled, focusing on health, safety, staffing, equipment.