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Aerocool Rescue Helicopter Carries Out 56 Missions In January
Tuesday, 24 February 2026, 6:43 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
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Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter Undertakes 64 Missions In January
Tuesday, 24 February 2026, 6:42 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
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407 Missions Performed By The Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter In 2025
Tuesday, 3 February 2026, 5:55 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Behind every statistic is a person in need - this overview highlights a few of the missions the Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter crew flew throughout 2025. More >>
Three Hours Too Long: The Flight That Changed Everything
Wednesday, 12 November 2025, 12:40 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Toby, who had just celebrated his 10th birthday, had come down with a headache and a slight fever. His mum, Rachel, took him to the local medical Centre, and he was quickly referred to Tauranga Hospital. More >>
Premiere Event: Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter Melbourne Cup Long Lunch
Thursday, 18 September 2025, 4:04 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
The Melbourne Cup Long Lunch, proudly presented in collaboration with Property Brokers, is set to make its highly anticipated return on Tuesday, 4 November 2025, at Awapuni Racecourse. More >>
Waikato Farmer Saved Twice By Rescue Helicopter Leads Fundraiser To Give Back
Tuesday, 16 September 2025, 1:04 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
The charity walk winds through their beautiful farmland in Wharepuhunga, South Waikato, offering stunning views of Pureora Forest Park, the Waikato Basin, and beyond. More >>
Grassroots Trust Continues As Major Funder Of Life-Saving Rescue Helicopter Serving The Manawatū And Whanganui Regions
Monday, 15 September 2025, 10:34 am | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Grassroots Trust provides locally focused funding, to local communities, to help those local people, and they recognise the important service the rescue helicopter undertakes in this community. More >>
This World Paramedic Day, Celebrate Our Critical Care Flight Paramedics
Tuesday, 8 July 2025, 10:19 am | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
This year, International Paramedics Day highlights the vital teamwork between paramedics and the communities they serve. And what better way to mark the occasion than by hearing from Critical Care Flight Paramedic Rob. More >>
Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter Undertakes 33 Life-saving Missions In May
Thursday, 26 June 2025, 6:13 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
The rescue helicopter was most frequently seen in remote locations such as the Tararua Ranges, Taihape and Raetihi. More >>
Community Rallies Behind Greenlea Rescue Helicopter Winch Challenge
Thursday, 17 April 2025, 5:46 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
“While we haven’t quite reached the finish line yet — with just $24,728.85 left to raise — we’re incredibly encouraged by the momentum,” said Vanessa Richmond, General Manager of PSRT. More >>
Four Rescue Helicopters At The Scene Of Motor Vehicle Accident
Wednesday, 2 April 2025, 3:57 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
The Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter stabilised a patient on scene for approximately 40 minutes before airlifting the individual, who had sustained serious injuries, to Waikato Hospital for further treatment. More >>
Heart Attack And Stroke: Bobby's Recovery Thanks To The Greenlea Rescue Helicopter
Wednesday, 26 February 2025, 3:38 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
As a proud supporter of Greenlea Rescue Helicopter, Bobby never dreamed she’d need a helicopter rescue herself. It would’ve taken more than an hour to get her there by car, and with Bobby in critical danger, any delay would put her in worse danger. More >>
The Aerocool Rescue Helicopter Completes 568 Life-Saving Missions In 2024, 10% Increase On 2023 Missions
Thursday, 13 February 2025, 7:15 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Among the months, October was the busiest with the Aerocool Rescue Helicopter crew completing 64 life-saving missions, which is approximately two life-saving missions per day. More >>
Demand For The Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter Set To Increase As The Holiday Season Begins
Thursday, 19 December 2024, 8:50 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Various Hotspots for the Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter included the Coromandel Peninsula, Waiheke Island, and Hospitals such as the Taumarunui Hospital which had 8 inter-hospital transfers, Waikato Hospital which had 7, and Thames Hospital which ... More >>
Demand For The Aerocool Rescue Helicopter Set To Increase As The Holiday Season Begins
Thursday, 19 December 2024, 8:48 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Philips Search and Rescue Trust General Manager Vanessa Richmond says the crew are set to expect a high number of callouts across the next few months within the Coastal Bay of Plenty region as the holiday season begins. More >>
Taupo Local Thomas’ Life-Saving Rescue
Friday, 13 December 2024, 9:11 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Reflecting on his harrowing experience, Thomas acknowledges the crucial role that the rescue helicopters played in saving his life that fateful day. Without their swift response & life-saving skills & medical treatment both on-site and in the air, ... More >>
Busy Month For The Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter: 35 Missions Completed In Manawatu And Whanganui Regions
Tuesday, 19 November 2024, 9:15 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
The Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter had a busy month in October, with a total of 35 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 >>
The Greenlea Rescue Helicopter Crew Carries Out 47 Missions Across The Lakes And Central Plateau Regions In October
Tuesday, 19 November 2024, 11:54 am | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
October was a busy month for the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter crew, who carried out 47 life-saving missions across the Lakes and Central Plateau regions. The crew's diverse range of missions included 23 inter-hospital transfers, 6 medical emergencies, ... More >>
The Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter Undertakes 64 Life-saving Missions In October
Tuesday, 19 November 2024, 11:46 am | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
The fast response of the rescue helicopter and its highly trained crew ensures the patients receive the best care as quickly as possible. More >>
Central Plateau And Lakes Region Welcomes State-of-the-Art H145 Rescue Helicopter
Monday, 30 September 2024, 9:22 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
This top-of-the-line aircraft will make it easier for your Greenlea Rescue Helicopter crew to serve the Central Plateau and Lakes region, given the challenging geography of the area. More >>
