New rescue helicopter fleet takes flight in Canterbury and the West Coast
NewsRegions1 July 2026, 2:34pmNew rescue helicopter fleet takes flight in Canterbury and the West CoastCaption:H145 Westpac Rescue Helicopter IGB.Photo credit:…
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NewsRegions1 July 2026, 2:34pmNew rescue helicopter fleet takes flight in Canterbury and the West CoastCaption:H145 Westpac Rescue Helicopter IGB.Photo credit:…
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Yeah right, probably just a tax write-off for the corporate sponsors. We'll be back to using lawnmower engines soon enough.
get real, these things save heaps of people every year. Do a bit of research.
Awesome news, the old fleet was way overdue. Happy to see our crews get proper gear. 🚁
bet they cost a bloody fortune. Hope they actually fly when we need them, unlike the last lot.
Woohoo! Watching one land at my school last week, so sick. #RescueHeroes
Finally, some good news. These crews save lives every day in terrible weather. Respect.
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same, seen them in action up west coast. total legends.
Great to see! Just hope the funding keeps up and doesn't get cut in the next budget. 🤞
typical, more shiny toys while the roads crumble and health system's on its knees. but yeah, nice chopper.
so you're saying we can't afford both? typical nz, can't walk and chew gum.
Saw one flying over the gorge yesterday, beautiful sight. Stay safe out there, team.
the haters, they wouldn't be complaining if they needed rescue.
wonder how many lives these things actually save vs the cost. lot of cash for pr imo.
Can't put a price on a life mate. Good on them for upgrading.
lol exactly, bet these same people call a uber if they're 5 mins late.