Professional firefighters across the country have walked off the job for one hour today between 11am to 12pm.
The firefighters' union says the strike is about more than just money, but the systemic issues at Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ).
Volunteer firefighters were in place to respond to incidents during the strike and executive officers were responding to emergencies.
He says he wants FENZ to acknowledge firefighters who put their lives on the line. (Source: Breakfast)
It's the first time in history that all professional firefighters around the country walked off the job at the same time.
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Firefighters were photographed striking up and down the country, one man holding a sign that reads "FENZ Failing Every New Zealander."
Another hour-long strike is also planned for next Friday (August 26) and the union says more industrial action will follow if they can't come to an agreement with FENZ.
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