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THE GOLDEN HOUR 

Every second, every minute counts
but if we can get to patients within an hour of their emergency call
they have a far higher chance of survival.

CARRYING MORE THAN 19,000 PASSENGERS TO DATE

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NORTHLAND RESCUE HELICOPTERS 

WE’VE BEEN CARING FOR NORTHLAND FOR 29 YEARS 

In that time we’ve carried over 19,000 people to safety. Whether they’ve been locals, other Kiwis holidaying in the area or overseas visitors to our beautiful region – we answer the call for help when we’re needed.

WE OPERATE THANKS TO YOUR SUPPORT

We’re a non-profit registered charity, owned by the Northland community. We’re funded by local sponsors, individuals, families, businesses and organisations.

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Caring for Northland 2017 Summer Safety Day
  • 12 Nov 2017
  • 10:00AM

Caring for Northland

Kensington Park, Whangarei

Kia Whakaorahia ana nga hāpori o Te Taitokerau Making Northland Communities Safer Caring for Northland Summer Safety Day   Caring for Northland is an annual summer safety day for kids and families from 10am until 1pm in Kensington Park. Watch…

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Northland rescue helicopter pilot takes last flight

Passionate aviator Dean Voelkerling has flown his last flight. The man who helped thousands of people as a paramedic and then as a rescue helicopter pilot was given a fitting farewell yesterday at Toll Stadium in Whangarei. Hundreds of people…