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October 02 2025
The mission to save Blair’s life
Maria shares Blair’s story to highlight the dangers of meningitis and recognise the Westpac Rescue Helicopter crew who helped save his life.
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September 24 2025
Three heart attacks, two helicopter rides
Craig has been picked up from the Geraldine Domain twice. Read why he’s so supportive of the community’s new helipad.
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September 10 2025
When time is of the essence
Simon never knew how sick he was until the rescue helicopter was on its way.
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August 28 2025
Heart attack survivors launch rescue helicopter fundraiser
Two Timaru heart attack survivors join forces to raise funds for the service that saved them.
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August 27 2025
Les’ heart-stopping “bucket list” drive
Les Summerfield remembers the day his rally car crashed and his heart stopped.
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August 19 2025
The Scouts who helped rescue their leader
Sophia Sturgess is walking Back to Base this year to raise money for the service that saved her after a tramping accident. This is Sophia’s story.
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