Patients and donors are at the heart of everything we do. Your stories are a powerful testament to human strength, courage, vulnerability, and hope.
Your stories inspire others and bring awareness to the lifesaving work undertaken by the highly skilled personnel onboard the Grassroots Trust Rescue Helicopter, who are saving lives every day.
If you have experienced our service or held a fundraising event or activity for your rescue helicopter, you have a story to tell, and we’d love for you to share it. Click here to share your story.
Sep 15, 2025
“I WAS 30 SECONDS AWAY FROM DYING” - John
It was a gorgeous day, and John had just nipped out for a bit of fishing.
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Jul 31, 2025
Grateful patient Colin becomes Heli Hero
“I feel very blessed,” says Colin
When Colin was lying on the road after a terrible motorbike accident, you helped deliver the rescue helicopter to his side.
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When Colin was lying on the road after a terrible motorbike accident, you helped deliver the rescue helicopter to his side.
May 16, 2025
Peter wouldn’t be alive today, if it wasn’t for generous supporters
Peter was living out in the country, in rural Mangakino. On a cold and blustery day, he went to feed out silage on their remote farm.
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Mar 6, 2025
“Your donation is lifechanging for someone like me.”
When Ruth dislocated her shoulder, she was high on a rugged mountain range.
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Sep 3, 2024
“I cried tears of relief when I realised help had come.”
69-year-old Susan was tramping with her brother-in-law and husband in the bush…
…when her foot slipped.
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…when her foot slipped.
May 20, 2024
The Lifesaving Role of Roland’s Rescue Helicopter
For keen Mountain Biker Roland, a day in May last year turned into a critical situation and a whirlwind of emotions.
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Videos
Together we can make a difference...
Apr 18, 2024
Your support fuels our flights
Nov 23, 2023
Help Us Continue Making Memorable Moments
Dec 7, 2022
Tracey's Story
Nov 10, 2022
Everyday People, Extraordinary Outcomes
Apr 22, 2022
60 Seconds with Your Palmerston North Rescue Helicopter Crew - Leigh
Nov 2, 2021
60 Seconds With Your Palmerston North Rescue Helicopter Crew - Rene
Jul 13, 2021
Ciara's Story
Jul 6, 2021
Wherever you play, accidents can happen
Dec 9, 2020