Terry Bird

Terry Bird is the northern president of the Professional Firefighters Union in New Zealand. He has been vocal about the challenges facing the fire service, particularly concerning inadequate resources and the impact of vehicle breakdowns on emergency response. Following a recent high-rise fire in Auckland, Bird raised concerns about the necessity for additional aerial fire engines, emphasizing the importance of having sufficient resources available within the city to ensure rapid response to emergencies. He advocates for better resource allocation and has called for updates on the status of damaged firefighting equipment.