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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 >>
Morrinsville Westpac Auction & Quiz Night Raises An Impressive Amount For Your Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter
Tuesday, 4 June 2024, 3:52 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
The Morrinsville Westpac Auction & Quiz Night is a sponsor-led initiative, organized by Westpac Morrinsville and run in conjunction with the Westpac Chopper Appeal, which takes place throughout May. The generous funds raised will go towards supporting ... More >>
A Second Chance At Life: Roland's Gratitude For Your Rescue Helicopter Crew
Saturday, 1 June 2024, 5:07 am | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Mountain biker Roland thanks the Critical Care Flight Paramedic and Crew onboard for their professionalism and warmth alongside their quick actions and expertise, providing a source of comfort in a very frightening situation. More >>
Rescue Helicopter Equipped With Critical Care Flight Paramedics Making A Difference In Emergency Situations
Friday, 26 April 2024, 2:20 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Critical Care Flight Paramedics are some of the most highly trained critical care specialists in the country, providing advanced medical care in often high-stress and time-critical situations. More >>
Rescue Helicopter Crew Saves Father’s Life After Workplace Accident: "We Were That Close To Losing Him"
Friday, 19 April 2024, 1:06 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
In June 2021, a routine day turned into a nightmare for Paul Foote, an experienced mechanic at his waste and transport operation in Kawerau. More >>
Corporate Support Essential For Rescue Helicopter: Greenlea Premier Meats Leading The Way In Community Support
Monday, 25 March 2024, 7:41 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
The rescue helicopter plays a critical role in responding to life-threatening emergencies and providing rapid transportation for patients in need of urgent medical treatment. The ongoing operation of this vital service relies heavily on the support and generosity ... More >>
Bay Of Plenty Region Welcomes New Arrival Of Airbus H145 Rescue Helicopter
Wednesday, 6 March 2024, 3:45 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
The Aerocool Rescue Helicopter is pleased to announce the newest addition to its fleet – the Airbus H145 twin-engine rescue helicopter. The Bay of Plenty Coastal region will now be seeing this new rescue helicopter flying above, all thanks to ... More >>
New Zealand Pathologist Pledges Royalties From His Latest Book To The Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter
Friday, 23 February 2024, 3:57 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Dr Cynric Temple-Camp, one of New Zealand’s leading pathologists based in Palmerston North, has once again demonstrated his commitment to supporting the Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter. Having a clear view of the rescue helicopter from his office, ... More >>
Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter Completes Over 750 Missions In 2023
Saturday, 3 February 2024, 6:54 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
The Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter has concluded another successful year, carrying out a total of 754 missions in 2023. These missions included over 400 inter-hospital transfers, over 100 medical missions, 77 rural or remote incidents, 47 motor vehicle ... More >>
Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter Completes Over 400 Life-Saving Missions In 2023
Saturday, 3 February 2024, 6:53 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
In 2023, the Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter completed a total of 408 missions. These involved a wide range of critical services, including over 90 inter-hospital transfers, over 80 rural or remote missions, 61 medical events, 44 motor vehicle ... More >>
Aerocool Rescue Helicopter Performs Three Winch Rescues Over The Weekend
Monday, 22 January 2024, 12:08 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Over the weekend, your Aerocool Rescue Helicopter responded to three winch missions within the Bay of Plenty coastal and surrounding regions. On Saturday afternoon, January 20th, the Aerocool Rescue Helicopter (IRU relief) was tasked to Mauao for ... More >>
A Total Of 35 Life-saving Missions Carried Out In September By Your Greenlea Rescue Helicopter
Friday, 27 October 2023, 4:47 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
It was a busy September for your Greenlea Rescue Helicopter, with a total of 35 life-saving missions carried out. The crew faced a diverse range of emergency situations, responding to calls for medical assistance and injury-related incidents. In total, ... More >>
Waikato Region Welcomes New Arrival Of H145 Rescue Helicopter
Wednesday, 4 October 2023, 10:33 am | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
The Waikato, King Country and Coromandel region receive the newest addition to its Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter operations family, the new Airbus H145 twin-engine helicopter. The Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter service has long been a two rescue ... More >>
Rescue Helicopter Transport Man After A Serious Rural Chainsaw Accident
Wednesday, 2 August 2023, 6:58 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
A busy day of tree felling turned into a horrifying ordeal when an unfortunate incident involving a chainsaw left Keith severely injured. Keith and a group of his friends were felling large pine trees when tragedy struck. As the group worked through the ... More >>
Geoff And Barbara Stevens Give Back To The Aerocool Rescue Helicopter That Saved Geoff's Life 22 Years Ago
Friday, 30 June 2023, 11:21 am | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
For Geoff and Barbara Stevens, volunteering for their local Aerocool Rescue Helicopter during the annual Chopper Street Appeal is deeply personal. 22 years ago, the couple and a friend were camping at the Te Pakau (Eight Acre) Campsite in the scenic Te ... More >>
The John Turkington Forestry Red & Blue Charity Ball Raises An Impressive Amount For Rescue Helicopter
Tuesday, 20 June 2023, 3:58 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
The iconic John Turkington Forestry Red & Blue Charity Ball, held on May 13th, was a huge success, raising an impressive $57,000 for your Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter. The event brought together members of the Manawatu and Whanganui ... More >>
Aerocool Rescue Helicopter Completes 39 Missions In February
Wednesday, 29 March 2023, 1:59 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Your Aerocool Rescue Helicopter crew had a busy month in February, with 39 life-saving missions taking place. Of these, 13 were inter-hospital transfers, 3 were medical events, 17 were rural and farm incidents, 5 were motor vehicle accidents, and 1 was ... More >>
Greenlea Rescue Helicopter Completes 4 Missions On 21st February
Wednesday, 22 February 2023, 8:06 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Yesterday was an incredibly busy day for your Greenlea Rescue Helicopter, with the crew responding to multiple missions throughout the day. In the morning, the crew was dispatched to Rotorua to help a man in his 30s who had suffered extreme serious ... More >>
Your Greenlea Rescue Helicopter Carries Out 37 Lifesaving Missions In December
Friday, 20 January 2023, 6:38 pm | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Throughout December, your Greenlea Rescue Helicopter carried out a total of 37 lifesaving missions, a 68% increase compared to November. This included 19 inter-hospital transfers, 7 medical events, 5 rural or farming related incidents and 6 motor vehicle accidents. ... More >>
Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter Completes 24 Life-saving Missions In October
Thursday, 10 November 2022, 9:48 am | Philips Search and Rescue Trust
Your Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter completed a total of 24 life-saving missions over the month of October within the Manawatu, Whanganui and surrounding regions. This included 9 inter-hospital transfers, 2 medical events, 5 motor vehicle accidents, ... More >>
