Life Flight

Each week 28 people need time-critical aeromedical care. With your support, the Westpac Rescue Helicopter and Air Ambulance Planes are there in their moment of need.

News & events

Westpac Chopper Appeal Quiz

On Wednesday the 14th of June, come test your trivia prowess at the Westpac Chopper Appeal Quiz. Have some fun while raising money for your local rescue chopper!

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An evening with Shaun Wallace

Get ready for an exhilarating quiz night on Sunday, 4 June with the one and only Shaun Wallace, one of the most beloved Chasers in television history.

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Doggy Day Out

Bring your furry friend to Henley Lake, Masterton - Saturday 13th of May for a whole load of family fun.

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Westpac Chopper Street Appeal

On May 4th, volunteers painted the town red for the Westpac Chopper Street Appeal. A very big thank you to all involved!

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Life Flight Open Day

Open Day is back in 2023 - get up close with emergency services and watch your Westpac Chopper demonstrate a winch rescue. It's an action-packed day for you, your family and friends.

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A step up thanks to the Nikau Foundation

The Westpac Rescue Helicopter trailer, a sturdy former wool bale trolley, plays an important role in enabling safe and efficient journeys. When it was time for a replacement, the Nikau Foundation kindly stepped up.

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New Ultrasound Device for Emergency Response

Life Flight were delighted to receive funding from Pub Charity for a new specialised piece of medical equipment for the Westpac Rescue Helicopter.

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Life Flight wins big at FINZ awards

The Fundraising Institute of New Zealand hosted a virtual awards ceremony to celebrate and recognise the work of charities across the country. Life Flight was among the recipients of these awards, including Overall Excellence in Fundraising.

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Accuro Health Insurance partners with Life Flight Trust

Two long-standing Wellington-based organisations dedicated to the health and wellbeing of New Zealanders have announced a new partnership. Not-for-profit Kiwi health insurer Accuro is now the principal Air Ambulance supporter for the Life Flight Trust.

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Yellow helmet with night vision goggles attached

Equipment spotlight: Night Vision Goggles

Essential for nearly a quarter of our missions, night vision goggles magnify ambient light thousands of times, allowing the Westpac Rescue Helicopter to land on unlit roads, in paddocks, and conduct search and rescue missions in the middle of the night.

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