News from the Airbase
Westpac Chopper Street Appeal 2023
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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Kaikōura Water Rescue
The Westpac Rescue Helicopter team winches three people off a boat near Kaikōura. No power and battling high waves, the boat sank five minutes later.
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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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