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 Waikato Westpac 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 with us. Click here to share your story.
Sep 9, 2024
Giving back to the rescue helicopter service who helped save her life.
Aspects of this story include references to self-harm. Please use discretion when reading.
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Sep 3, 2024
Thank you for getting Geoffrey help in the nick of time
It is because of generous, kind-hearted people like you that Geoffrey is alive and well today. We couldn’t be more grateful for your life-saving support.
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Aug 1, 2024
Thank you for helping Lacey get the life-saving, time-critical flight she needed
A routine visit with the midwife saved the life of 16-day old Lacey Downes. . .
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Jun 5, 2024
Morrinsville Westpac Auction & Quiz night Success
The highly anticipated Morrinsville Westpac Auction & Quiz Night, held on Saturday May 18th, was a resounding success, raising an impressive $39,775 for your Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter.
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May 7, 2024
Thank you for helping get Maria to hospital so quickly
Maria and her family are an adventurous bunch, especially when it comes to their favourite activity. . . riding their quad bikes along the rugged Waikato west coast beach at Kawhia.
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Feb 28, 2024
A HOLE IN ONE
Since 1995, community-minded people like you have been helping save lives through the Waikato District Veteran Golfers Association.
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