Te Aroha Volunteer Fire Brigade

01/02/2026

Call out #47- 28/01 9:35pm
🚒 TEAR371
Investigate Backyard Fire

Call out #48 - 29/01 2:47pm
🚒 TEAR371
Smoke in Vicinity

Call out #49 - 30/01 4:03am
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR3711
Trailer Fire

February
Call out #50 - 1/2 2:39pm
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR3711
Fire In Vicinity

29/01/2026

As we start to clean up debris after the storm, please take a moment to let FireCom know if you’re planning a burn.

Using the tools on the Fire and Emergency NZ website helps prevent unnecessary callouts and keeps our crews available for real emergencies.

If you can’t let us know online, you can also call 0800 336 922 (0800FENZCALL) 👨‍🚒

28/01/2026

It’s been a busy start of the year for us. Heres a look at what we got up to.

Call out #1 - 02/01 10:43am
🚒 TEAR371
Person Locked in Bathroom

Call out #2 - 03/01 9:15am
🚒 TEAR371
Rubbish Fire Against Fence

Call out #3 - 10/01 1:18pm
🚒 TEAR371
Fire in Vicinity

Call out #4- 10/01 10:21am
🚒 TEAR371
Rubbish Fire

Call out #5 - 10/01 1:18pm
🚒 TEAR371
Car Leaking Fuel

Call out #6 - 13/01 10:40am
🚒 TEAR371, MATA381, MATA3811, MATA387
Commercial Alarm Activation

Call out #7 - 13/01 9:31am
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR377
Alarm Sounding

Call out #8 - 16/01 4:13am
🚒 TEAR371, MORR367
Commercial Alarm Activation

Call out #9 - 16/01 4:55am
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR377
Sprinkler Activation

Call out #10 - 16/01 5:20am
🚒 TEAR377
Smell of Burning

Call out #11 - 16/01 7:31am
🚒 TEAR371
Power lines on Fire From Tree Branch

Call out #12 - 17/01 6:45pm
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR377
Motor Vehicle Crash

Call out #13 - 18/01 9:33am
🚒 TEAR371
Roof Lifted

Call out #14 - 18/01 10:13am
🚒 TEAR371
Dangerous Light Fitting

Call out #15 - 18/01 10:13am
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR3726
Roof Lifted

Call out #16 - 19/01 8:11pm
🚒 TEAR371
Trampoline Lifted

Call out #17 - 21/01 7:05am
🚒 TEAR371
Loose Trampoline

Call out #18 - 21/01 9:42am
🚒 TEAR371
Roof Lifting

Call out #19 - 21/01 4:17pm
🚒 TEAR371
Loose Trampoline

Call out #20 - 21/01 5:03pm
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR377
Roof Blown Off

Call out #21 - 21/01 5:56pm
🚒 TEAR377, TEAR3711
Roof Lifting

Call out #22 - 21/01 6:41pm
🚒 TEAR371
Roof Lifting

Call out #23 - 21/01 8:21pm
🚒 TEAR371
Assist Public with Large Electric Gate

Call out #24 - 21/01 8:44pm
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR3726
Tree Down On Porch

Call out #25 - 21/01 8:55pm
🚒 TEAR377
Assist Public with Roof Lifting

Call out #26 - 21/01 9:04pm
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR3726
Tree Blocking One Lane

Call out #27 - 21/01 9:21pm
🚒 TEAR371
Tree Down Blocking Whole Road

Call out #28 - 21/01 9:23pm
🚒 TEAR377
Roof Lifting

Call out #29 - 21/01 9:54pm
🚒 TEAR371
Loose Sheet Iron

Call out #30 - 21/01 10:02pm
🚒 TEAR377
Power lines Down Across Road

Call out #31 - 21/01 10:20pm
🚒 TEAR371
Motor Home Blown Away

Call out #32 - 21/01 10:42
🚒 TEAR371
Loose Sheet Iron

Call out #33 - 21/01 11:02
🚒 TEAR371
Roof Lifting

Call out #34 - 21/01 11:23pm
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR3726
Trees Down on Road Blocking Caller

Call out #35 - 22/01 12:13am
🚒 TEAR377
Assist Hospital Staff with Generators

Call out #36 - 22/01 12:23am
🚒 TEAR371
Roof Lifting Off House

Call out #37 - 22/01 1:02am
🚒 TEAR371
Roof Lifting

Call out #38 - 22/01 1:20am
🚒 TEAR371
Tree Down

Call out #39 - 22/01 2:15am
🚒 TEAR371
Tree Blocking Road

Call out #40 - 22/01 10:41am
🚒 TEAR371
Roof Tiles Lifting

Call out #41 - 22/01 11:25pm
🚒 TEAR371
Power Lines Arching

Call out #42 - 24/01 9:51am
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR3711
Ute on Fire

Call out #43- 25/01 7:01am
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR3711, TEAR377
Alarm Sounding

Call out #44 - 26/01 3:28pm
🚒 TEAR371
Fire In Vicinity

Call out #45- 27/01 9:21pm
🚒 TEAR371
Garden Rubbish Fire

Call out #46- 27/01 9:50pm
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR377, TEAR3711
Smoke Logged House

24/01/2026

Our thoughts and aroha are with the families / whānau affected by the devastating slips and severe weather events across the North Island over recent days.

To our volunteer and paid firefighters who continue to stand side by side in support of their communities, we recognise the physical and emotional toll of responding close to home. Your courage, professionalism, and commitment do not go unnoticed. Please remember to look after yourselves as you care for others.

We also acknowledge the many emergency services, support agencies, and community groups who have worked tirelessly alongside our firefighters during this challenging time. Your dedication and collective effort reflect the very best of community and cooperation in the face of adversity.

Kia kaha, kia kotahi ra
Our strength is our unity

24/01/2026

A massive congratulations goes out to Corey and Steve who passed their recruits firefighters course down at NTC.

Your hard work, commitment and dedication over the past months have truly paid off and we look forward to seeing you put your skills into action serving our community.

Well done and congratulations on this fantastic achievement!

21/01/2026

🚒 Public Safety Advisory 🚒

Due to severe storm conditions, there is unsafe conditions and debris in the area.

Residents living on Gilchrist Street, Hanna Street, and Stanley Avenue are advised to shelter in place until conditions improve.

Please avoid travel overnight unless it is absolutely necessary, as conditions may be hazardous.

Your safety is our priority. We will provide updates as more information becomes available.

📞 In an emergency, call 111 immediately.

Thank you for your cooperation and understanding.

19/01/2026

The Te Aroha waterways A Team headed to the UFBA North Island Waterway Challenge this past weekend in Havelock North. These competitions are an awesome way to level up skills, meet firefighters from all over the country, and test themselves under pressure.

Although the day began somewhat challenging for the team, we worked hard, recorded some fast times, and were pleased to win five of the nine events. a great result. With Richard joining our team this season, it was awesome to witness the new team dynamics and celebrate our victory as this year's North Island champions.

We sincerely thank everyone for their support so far. With only two days left in the season and tight competition, it promises to be a challenging end.

04/01/2026

Are you feeling like a new year new you?

Head to our website for information about volunteering https://www.fireandemergency.nz/work-or-volunteer-for-us/volunteering/

Are you feeling like a new year new you?

If you love your little patch of Aotearoa and want to get involved and serve your community, joining your local volunteer fire brigade might be the change you are looking for.

2026 is International Volunteer Year, so there’s no better time than to reach out to your local brigade and see if this is something for you!

Volunteer roles range from being a firefighter or medical first responder, to operational support and brigade support

Head to our website for information about volunteering https://www.fireandemergency.nz/work-or-volunteer-for-us/volunteering/

31/12/2025

A recap of our 2025 callouts and a look at what we got up to in December.

Call out #219 - 3rd Dec - 11:02am
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR377, MORR361
Commercial Alarm Activation Assist Matamata

Call out #220 - 7th Dec - 2:21pm
🚒 TEAR3711, PAER511, PAER511
Campervan Fire Assist Paeroa

Call out #221 - 8th Dec - 8:17am
🚒 TEAR3711, TEAR371, PAER511, PAER5111, PAER5126
Recycling Storage Bunker on Fire Assist Paeroa

Call out #222 - 8th Dec - 6:33pm
🚒 TEAR377, TEAR371
Commercial Alarm Activation

Call out #223 - 9th Dec - 3:20am
🚒 TEAR377, TEAR371
Smoke Showing from Dairy

Call out #224 - 9th Dec - 6:30pm
🚒 TEAR377, TEAR371
Commercial Alarm Activation

Call out #225 - 11th Dec - 11:30pm
🚒 TEAR377, TEAR371
Motor Vehicle Crash

Call out #226 - 12th Dec - 9:20pm
🚒 TEAR377, TEAR371
Power Line Sparking

Call out #227 - 13th Dec - 4:17am
🚒 TEAR371, PAER511, PAER517, PURI541
House Fire 2nd Alarm, Assist Paeroa

Call out #228 - 15th Dec - 4:10pm
🚒 TEAR3711, PAER511, PAER517, PAER5111
Burn-off Out of Control Assist Paeroa

Call out #229- 16th Dec - 9:32am
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR3711
Tractor Fire

Call out #230 - 16th Dec - 11:40pm
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR377
Motor Vehicle Crash

Call out #231 - 19th Dec - 2:50am
🚒 TEAR371
Assist Police

Call out #232- 20th Dec - 5:16am
🚒 TEAR371
Medical

Call out #233 - 23rd Dec - 4:05pm
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR377
Motor vehicle Crash

Call out #234 - 24th Dec - 9:30pm
🚒 TEAR371, TEA3711
Fire in Vicinity

Call out #235 - 9:37pm
🚒 TEAR377
Animal Rescue

Call out #236 - 7:48pm
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR377
Motor Vehicle Crash

Call out #237 - 2:49pm
🚒 TEAR371
Kitten Trapped in Car

Call out #238 - 11:35am
🚒 TEAR371, TEAR3726
Diesel Spill

Call out #239 - 5:11pm
🚒 TEAR371
Window Blown Off House

31/12/2025

As you celebrate and count down to midnight, please help us all start the new year the right way.

Have a great night and a safe, happy New Year
from everyone at the Te Aroha Volunteer Fire Brigade 🥳

30/12/2025

It is with great honour that we share that Paul Toms has been awarded a KSM (King’s Service Medal) for services to Fire and Emergency New Zealand and football.

FENZ Article
“Mr Paul "Tomsie" Toms has volunteered with Te Aroha Volunteer Fire Brigade since 1981 and has been involved with Te Aroha Soccer Club since the late 1970s.

Mr Toms trained as a firefighter-driver and has maintained a high callout attendance percentage. He was Brigade Secretary from 1986 to 1990, Treasurer from 1993 to 1997, joint Secretary/Treasurer until 2001, and has since been Treasurer. He served on numerous Brigade committees for special projects, including to build a shed for the rural fire tanker, alterations to the ageing fire station, bi-annual fundraisers for rescue equipment, and the purchase of two other utility vehicles. He is a Life Member of the Brigade and has continued to promote fire safety and awareness in local schools and through school tours of the fire station. He coached Te Aroha Soccer Club’s first women’s team in the 1980s. He was one of the driving forces behind the building of the clubrooms and moving from Te Aroha College grounds to their present home on Boyd Park. After retiring from playing in the 1980s, he has been a referee with the local Waikato League and has continued to offer advice to the club and coaches on rules and interpretations. Mr Toms has been Membership Secretary of Te Aroha RSA since 1981.”

Congratulations, Tomsie! This is a huge and well-deserved honour for you, and a wonderful recognition of all the incredible work you’ve done for the brigade and our community.