David Guard
David Guard is an assistant national commissioner with Fire and Emergency New Zealand (FENZ), known for his leadership and expertise in emergency response management. He has played a crucial role in coordinating responses to various emergencies, including natural disasters. Recently, he was in the news discussing the tragic landslide in Mount Maunganui, where he confirmed that two teenagers were among those unaccounted for following the incident.
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Recent news mentions
Fire and Emergency Assistant National Commissioner David Guard would not confirm whether anyone had been recovered from the rubble.
Mount Maunganui campground landslide: Search for six missing continues in Tauranga
New Zealand· 2026-01-23
David Guard is a fire and emergency official involved in the rescue efforts.
Two teenagers among six missing at campsite
Australia· 2026-01-23
Fire and emergency assistant national commander David Guard stated that they are operating in a complex and high-risk environment.
‘The sound of mayhem’: witness to New Zealand landslide describes ‘almighty cracking’ | New Zealand
United Kingdom· 2026-01-23
Fire and Emergency NZ’s assistant national commissioner David Guard confirmed that at least two teenagers are among the unaccounted list.
Mount Maunganui landslide: Six confirmed unaccounted for in tragedy, Prime Minister Christopher Luxon meets with familyNew Zealand· 2026-01-23