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Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter Thanks Community For Support
Tuesday, 3 March 2026, 12:49 pm | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
The Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter covers vast and varied landscapes, including dense bush areas such as the Tararua Ranges, Whanganui National Park, and the Ruahine Forest Park. More >>
Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter Undertakes 35 Missions In January
Tuesday, 24 February 2026, 11:42 am | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
The Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter was most often seen in the likes of Palmerston North with four inter-hospital transfers and Hawera with two inter-hospital transfers. More >>
Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter Prepares For A Busy Summer Season
Monday, 15 December 2025, 4:39 pm | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
As the weather warms, your Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter has already been called out to popular summer destinations around the Manawatū-Whanganui region, to assist patients in need of rapid medical care. More >>
Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter: 36 January Missions, 45% In Remote/Rural Areas
Monday, 3 March 2025, 2:10 pm | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
The month started off with the Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter being dispatched to Palmerston North Hospital for a female who was in serious condition. The patient was airlifted to Wellington Hospital to receive further urgent medical treatment. More >>
Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter’s Winch Operation Saves Susan In The Bush
Friday, 4 October 2024, 12:35 pm | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
69-year-old Susan was tramping with her brother-in-law and husband in the bush when her foot slipped. More >>
Your Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter Carries Out 32 Life Saving Missions In June
Friday, 19 July 2024, 11:52 am | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
The Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter carried out 32 life-saving missions within the Manawatu and Whanganui regions over the month of June. More >>
Rescue In The Redwoods: How Your Rescue Helicopter Saved Jonty's Life
Wednesday, 22 May 2024, 1:59 pm | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
“I could hear the sound of the rescue helicopter approaching as I was being stretchered up to the clearing at the top of the track. I remember feeling so relieved hearing that sound and knowing I was one step closer to getting to the hospital, I was in ... More >>
Busy Month For Your Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter: 44 Missions Completed In Manawatu And Whanganui Regions
Monday, 20 May 2024, 3:40 pm | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
The Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter had a busy month in April, with a total of 44 life-saving missions carried out across the Manawatu and Whanganui regions. The rescue helicopter crew responded to a wide range of emergency situations, including ... More >>
Mother's Day Tribute: Working On The Rescue Helicopter
Thursday, 9 May 2024, 4:10 pm | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
With highly trained crew members on board, rescue helicopter provides life-saving support to those in need. The amazing women - part of the crew - that are on board not only balance the responsibilities of motherhood but also the high-pressure work ... More >>
Rapid Response Saves Maria's Life: Rescue Helicopter Crew Acts Swiftly In Critical Quad Bike Accident
Friday, 3 May 2024, 5:24 pm | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
On a warm Waitangi weekend, Maria and her son-in-law, Jarom, set out to enjoy another fun ride along the beach. Suddenly a terrifying swirling vortex of black sand hit, sending both Maria and her quad bike into a chaotic spin. Rescue helicopter service ... More >>
Rescue Helicopter Responds Swiftly To Critical Injury Of 10 Year Old Boy In Rural Motorbike Accident
Wednesday, 19 July 2023, 10:51 am | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
On April 4th, 2020, in the midst of the nationwide lockdown, the Shearer family's ordinary day took a dramatic turn when an unforeseen event unfolded on their 3-acre rural property. Craig Shearer, a helicopter contractor, and his children Helena and ... More >>
Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter Completes 20 Lifesaving Missions Throughout March
Wednesday, 26 April 2023, 6:27 pm | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
Throughout the month of March your Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter completed 20 missions within the Manawatu and Whanganui region. Your Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter completed a variety of missions, ranging from medical transfers and rural ... More >>
A Busy Start To Summer For Your Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter
Friday, 20 January 2023, 6:40 pm | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
Your Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter completed a total of 29 missions throughout December, making it one of the busiest months for 2022. This included 7 inter-hospital transfers, 4 medical events, 11 rural or farm related incidents, 4 motor vehicle ... More >>
Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter Saving Lives In November
Friday, 16 December 2022, 6:54 pm | Grassroots Rescue Helicopter
Throughout the month of November, your Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter carried out a total of 24 life-saving mission in the Manawatu, Wanganui and surrounding regions. These missions included 3 inter-hospital transfers, 9 medical events, 4 Motor vehicle ... More >>
