Megan Stiffler
Megan Stiffler is the deputy national commander of Fire and Emergency NZ, having transitioned from a prominent fire service role in New South Wales, Australia. She has been in the news for addressing logistical challenges related to new fire trucks and for her commitment to improving operational needs and fitting solutions for fire crews across New Zealand.
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Recent news mentions
Fire and Emergency NZ deputy national commander Megan Stiffler warned that the strike meant some emergency responses would be delayed.
Auckland bakery fire family plead for action as firefighter strikes grow
New Zealand· 2026-02-05
Megan Stiffler stated that the landslip referenced in the 111 call did not impact life or property.
Mount Maunganui landslide: Were warnings missed? A timeline of who knew what and whenNew Zealand· 2026-01-26
Fire and Emergency official Megan Stiffler said in a statement that heavy rain could present further challenges.
New Zealand authorities working to identify landslide victims as six presumed dead – The Irish Times
Ireland· 2026-01-24
Megan Stiffler, the deputy national commander for the Urban Search and Rescue team, emphasized the complexity and risks of the search environment.
Two dead and several missing after deadly landslides
United Kingdom· 2026-01-22
Megan Stiffler confirmed the response time of volunteer fire crews to the blaze and provided details on the investigation.
Pakūranga fire: Store owner describes harrowing effort to put out flames during strikeNew Zealand· 2026-01-13
Megan Stiffler, Fire and Emergency deputy national commander, said the employer had bargained in 'good faith'.
Firefighters strike in Tauranga and Rotorua for better pay and staffingNew Zealand· 2025-10-17
Deputy national commander Megan Stiffler ordered the Hamilton test of the new fire trucks.
‘Just jamming up all the lockers’ - rescue gear can’t fit in new fire trucksNew Zealand· 2025-10-01
