17/03/2026
There’s been a lot happening with the Fire and Emergency (FES) class this term. We’ve now worked through all the core foundations, including hose running, water supply, and the wider range of equipment used in firefighting.
We have two Watches-BRAVO (blue) and YANKEE (yellow)-and within those, two crews each (Bravo 1 & 2, Yankee 1 & 2). This has been great for building teamwork, leadership, and a bit of healthy competition.
We have been out and about around the school grounds running quick drill challenges. These have been going really well, and we’re building on them each week with more complex scenarios, which the students are really engaging with.
We’re also hoping to organise a vehicle extrication session in the near future.
Another exciting opportunity we’re working towards is attending the ANZAC Parade alongside Arataki this year.
Our Firewise Team has been re-established for the year. Their first school visit this semester is Kawakawa Primary, and from there we’re planning to expand further across the region. A really exciting point of difference is that this programme is being delivered by our cadets, something that appears to be a first of its kind nationally
The National Commander for FENZ, along with members of the National Board and Advisory Group, are travelling to Kawakawa next week for a briefing on what we’re doing differently, which is pretty special and a great acknowledgement of the partnership happening here.
Nga Mihi
Roger Dephoff
