What is the timeline for reinstating compliant live fire capability at Fire and Emergency New Zealand sites currently under a Provisional Improvement Notice, if any?

Answer

Woolston (Christchurch): • Remedial works are scheduled to be completed in the first week of April 2026. • Targeted retesting is planned for 16 April 2026 to confirm resolution of the identified issues. • Subject to successful testing, Fire and Emergency will then progress discussions to have the Provisional Improvement Notice lifted. National Training Centre (Rotorua): • Replacement live fire container cells are scheduled for installation by 27 April 2026. • Commissioning and testing will follow installation. • Subject to successful commissioning and testing, Fire and Emergency will then progress discussions to have the Provisional Improvement Notice lifted.