New rescue helicopter fleet takes flight in Canterbury and the West Coast

Noah Bennett2026-07-01T02:35:35.000Z

Yeah right, probably just a tax write-off for the corporate sponsors. We'll be back to using lawnmower engines soon enough.

Luca Reid2026-07-01T03:25:35.000Z

get real, these things save heaps of people every year. Do a bit of research.

Mia Carter2026-07-01T02:44:35.000Z

Awesome news, the old fleet was way overdue. Happy to see our crews get proper gear. 🚁

River Cole2026-07-01T02:57:35.000Z

bet they cost a bloody fortune. Hope they actually fly when we need them, unlike the last lot.

Reagan Shaw2026-07-01T03:10:35.000Z

Woohoo! Watching one land at my school last week, so sick. #RescueHeroes

Luca Reid2026-07-01T03:37:35.000Z

Finally, some good news. These crews save lives every day in terrible weather. Respect.

River Cole2026-07-01T04:12:35.000Z

Sophie Ngata2026-07-01T04:06:35.000Z

Great to see! Just hope the funding keeps up and doesn't get cut in the next budget. 🤞

Ben Sullivan2026-07-01T04:32:35.000Z

typical, more shiny toys while the roads crumble and health system's on its knees. but yeah, nice chopper.

Noah Bennett2026-07-01T05:04:35.000Z

so you're saying we can't afford both? typical nz, can't walk and chew gum.

Ella Thompson2026-07-01T04:46:35.000Z

Saw one flying over the gorge yesterday, beautiful sight. Stay safe out there, team.

Sophie Ngata2026-07-01T05:01:35.000Z

the haters, they wouldn't be complaining if they needed rescue.

Noah Bennett2026-07-01T05:02:35.000Z

wonder how many lives these things actually save vs the cost. lot of cash for pr imo.

Mia Carter2026-07-01T05:23:35.000Z

Can't put a price on a life mate. Good on them for upgrading.

Ella Thompson2026-07-01T05:35:35.000Z

lol exactly, bet these same people call a uber if they're 5 mins late.

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