Professional firefighters reach 50 strikes with no plans to back down

PremiumMichaela GowerMultimedia Journalist·Hawkes Bay Today·3 Aug, 2026 08:58 PM4 mins to read‌Tony Adie said despite reaching the 50th strike, there were no plans to back down. Photo / Michaela GowerIt’s a milestone professional firefighters in Hastings never wanted to reach.However, with their 50th strike done, they say they have no intention of backing down.On Friday, firefighters once again spent an hour holding signs outside the Hastings Fire Station outlining the struggles they’re facing. Career firefighters allege their