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 Greenlea 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, we’d love for you to share it with us. Click here to share your story.
Mar 31, 2016
My head felt like a chopper blade
Working in the Pureora Forest Park, Damian Firth needed help but colleagues had disappeared for the holidaysDamian competently leads youth in outdoor pursuits, but while honing his skills during navigation practice, his world was literally…
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Nov 2, 2015
Your support saved Scott
Seasoned hunter, Bruce Falconer, almost lost his son when he was shot.
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Nov 2, 2015
Housework leads to hematoma
The simple domestic chore of sweeping outside her house, resulted in Gillian Schwass being swept up into the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter and rushed to hospital.
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Feb 15, 2015
Capsized on Lake Taupo
On holiday with family, James and Sam decided to go fishing on Lake Taupo. Very capable and skilled rowers, they borrowed a dingy and set out.
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Videos
Together we can make a difference...
Apr 18, 2024
Brook's Story
Jan 22, 2024
Your support fuels our flights
Nov 23, 2023
Help Us Continue Making Memorable Moments
Dec 7, 2022
Brook's Story
Dec 7, 2022
Erin's Story
Aug 26, 2022
Everyday People, Extraordinary Outcomes
Apr 22, 2022
60 Seconds With Critical Care Flight Paramedic Rob
Jan 13, 2022
60 Seconds with Your Greenlea Rescue Helicopter Crew
Jul 12, 2021
Ciara's Story
Jul 6, 2021
Greenlea Premier Meats helping the Greenlea Rescue Helicopter Save Lives
Dec 9, 2020
Wherever you play, Accidents happen
Dec 9, 2020