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flag New Zealand firefighters to strike Oct. 17 over pay, staffing, and equipment, with 2,000 walking out while volunteers maintain emergency response.

flag New Zealand firefighters will strike on October 17 over unresolved pay, staffing, and equipment issues, following a 99% rejection of a 5.1% pay rise over three years. flag The New Zealand Professional Firefighters Union says members haven’t received a raise since July 2023 and cite mental health concerns from understaffing and excessive overtime. flag Fire and Emergency New Zealand expressed disappointment, calling the strike premature ahead of scheduled talks and stressing its commitment to public safety during the one-hour stoppage. flag About 2,000 career firefighters, including dispatchers and support staff, will walk out, while over 11,000 volunteers will continue responding to emergencies.

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