Rural Fire Control

STOP! Thinking of lighting a fire in the outdoors?

First, check what the current fire season is in your area.  If you live north of the Wairau River you require a fire permit 365 days of the year.

Interested in joining a highly trained and motivated team?

Become a rural fire fighter.

Fire forces are located at Awatere, Blenheim and Waihopai.

• Must be fit and healthy
• Subject to police background check
• Full training given
• Annual competitions

For more information contact:

• Ross Hamilton - Principal Rural Fire Officer Ph: 03 520 7400.

 Proposed Enlarged Rural Fire District