Firefighters
Calls for law change over helicopter rescue missions
Firefighters say a law change may be needed to improve the way emergency services dispatch helicopters for rescues. Martin Campbell, Professional Firefighters Union vice president spoke to Lauren… Audio
Firefighters worry ageing vehicle fleet could let them down
Firefighters say they no longer have confidence in their ageing vehicle fleet, and fear they could let them down in life or death situations. They say they have learned to get by, but worry they won't… Audio
Firefighters call off strike action for Friday
Firefighters have called off a one-hour strike tomorrow at noon but issued a new strike notice for a fortnight's time. Union secretary Wattie Watson spoke to Charlotte Cook. Audio
NZ firefighters arrive back from fighting wildfires in Canada
Day turned into night and swamps on fire, that's what New Zealand firefighters faced while battling blazes in Canada. Wildfires have caused tens of thousands of people to evacuate, destroying homes… Audio
