Life Flight
Every six hours, we are called to a medical emergency. Over the past forty-five years, we have helped over 36,000 people. None of this would be possible without the generous support of New Zealanders.
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Life Flight Pilot Takes on 450km Challenge to Save Lives
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- This April, pilot Cam is cycling 450km in the Tour of New Zealand to raise vital funds for life-saving flights. Just like the distances he flies daily to get critically ill patients to urgent care, this ride symbolizes the journey so many rely on. The post Life Flight Pilot Takes on 450km Challenge to Save Lives appeared first on Life Flight.
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Life Flight Open Day
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- Open Day returned in 2025 with a bang! Over 5,000 Wellingtonians descended on the base to enjoy an action-packed day of demos, getting up close with emergency services, and raising over $40,000 for Life Flight The post Life Flight Open Day appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Georgia from Masterton
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- As Georgia went into premature labour, the doctors and nurses did everything they could to delay baby Mirabella's birth. Time was running out, and our supporters gave them the best chance possible. The post Meet Georgia from Masterton appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Brendan from Lower Hutt
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- While competing in cycling race, Brendan's heart stopped, head hitting the ground so hard his helmet shattered. Your support deployed the Westpac Chopper, and his recovery was nothing short of miraculous. The post Meet Brendan from Lower Hutt appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Theo from Whanganui
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- Hours after his birth, something was terribly wrong with Theo. He could barely breathe or feed. As his symptoms continued, a flight to Wellington's paediatric ward was his best chance at survival. The post Meet Theo from Whanganui appeared first on Life Flight.
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Life Flight Open Day
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- Open Day is back in 2025 - get up close with emergency services and watch your Westpac Chopper demonstrate a winch rescue. It's an action-packed day for you, your family and friends. The post Life Flight Open Day appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Axle from Blenheim
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- New parents, Jess and Colby, had their lives shaken when baby Axle arrived six weeks early. Separated from their family, your support brought them home. The post Meet Axle from Blenheim appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Isaac from Wellington
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- A few short days after Adelle brought her first and only, Isaac, home after being born, he started experiencing a brain haemorrhage. Donors like you got him to life-saving surgery. The post Meet Isaac from Wellington appeared first on Life Flight.
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Life Flight Gala, presented by Hiremaster
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- Once a year, we open our doors to Life Flight's sponsors, partners, donors, and friends for a fantastic evening dining experience. The post Life Flight Gala, presented by Hiremaster appeared first on Life Flight.
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Uplift Wairarapa
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- Join the Wairarapa community in supporting Life Flight at Uplift on November 1st in Martinborough. A cocktail function with fabulous live entertainment, exciting auctions, and more. The post Uplift Wairarapa appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Deb from Kapiti
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- While watching the evening news, their world was shaken by an unexpected cardiac arrest. See how your support got this grandmother to life-saving surgery. The post Meet Deb from Kapiti appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Louis and Freda from Blenheim
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- Every Sunday, Louis hops on his bike selling chicken eggs, raising money for a very special cause. The people who helped his baby sister Freda. The post Meet Louis and Freda from Blenheim appeared first on Life Flight.
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Life Flight saving more lives in the Central North Island thanks to $1 million grant from NZCT
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- Life Flight, bolstered by a substantial $1 million grant from New Zealand Community Trust, is extending a lifeline to those in need of time-critical medical care by adding a fourth air ambulance plane, based at Hamilton Airport. The post Life Flight saving more lives in the Central North Island thanks to $1 million grant from NZCT appeared first on Life Flight.
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Cello Champions Charity Luncheon
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- The Cello Champions Charity Luncheon is a celebration of NZ sporting legends, with generous guests coming together in a charity auction to raise vital funds for Life Flight. The post Cello Champions Charity Luncheon appeared first on Life Flight.
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Life Flight saving more lives in the Central North Island thanks to $1 million grant from NZCT
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Meet Matt from Wairarapa
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- What started as an innocent holiday game quickly became a critical rescue mission for Matt. A devastating neck injury required the utmost care from the Westpac Chopper crew. The post Meet Matt from Wairarapa appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Indie from Nelson
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- When their baby's life hangs in the balance, Chelsea and Mitch rely on an urgent air ambulance transfer to give her a fighting chance. The post Meet Indie from Nelson appeared first on Life Flight.
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Westpac Rescue wins Most Trusted Charity Brand
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- In the 2024 Reader's Digest Most Trusted Brand awards, a survey of 1800 Kiwis found Westpac Rescue to be the Most Trusted Brand in the charity category. Thank you to everyone who voted for us. The post Westpac Rescue wins Most Trusted Charity Brand appeared first on Life Flight.
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Westpac Chopper Appeal Quiz
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- On Wednesday the 12th of June, come test your trivia prowess at the Westpac Chopper Appeal Quiz. Have some fun while raising money for your local rescue chopper! The post Westpac Chopper Appeal Quiz appeared first on Life Flight.
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Westpac Chopper Street Appeal
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- We need your help on Thursday May 2nd! Can you gift an hour or two of your time to help keep the Westpac Chopper in the air? Join hundreds of wonderful Kiwis as we raise life-saving funds. The post Westpac Chopper Street Appeal appeared first on Life Flight.
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Life Flight Open Day
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- Open Day is back in 2024 - get up close with emergency services and watch your Westpac Chopper demonstrate a winch rescue. It's an action-packed day for you, your family and friends. The post Life Flight Open Day appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Fergus from Paraparaumu
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- First-time parents Falyn and Peter were excitedly awaiting twins Fergus and Finley, but only 12 weeks into the pregnancy, it was clear Fergus would have to fight for his life. The post Meet Fergus from Paraparaumu appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Bruce from Masterton
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- While Bruce was working under the hot Masterton sun, a growing pain became unbearable. Soon unconscious, the Westpac Chopper became the tool to save his life. The post Meet Bruce from Masterton appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Adrian from Palmerston North
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- Out of the blue, Adrian found himself in a race against time. He was experiencing an aortic dissection, and every minute saved improved his chances of survival. The post Meet Adrian from Palmerston North appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Poppy from Palmerston North
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- An urgent flight 48 hours after Poppy was born ensured her life. 10 years later, Mum Leisha reflects on what that flight meant for her family. The post Meet Poppy from Palmerston North appeared first on Life Flight.
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Seven Sharp Spotlight
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- Thanks to Seven Sharp for shining a spotlight on the amazing work our Air Ambulance teams do, day in, day out. Watch them introduce our lifesaving new fleet. The post Seven Sharp Spotlight appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Michelle from Wainuiomata
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- When a familiar walk became Michelle’s nightmare, the Westpac Chopper was her only hope of escape. The post Meet Michelle from Wainuiomata appeared first on Life Flight.
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Above and Beyond
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- Ever wondered what it's like to work on the Westpac Chopper? Save your spot here to join our free webinar "Above and Beyond," set to take off November 16th. The post Above and Beyond appeared first on Life Flight.
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ELE Champions Charity Luncheon
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- The ELE Champions Charity Luncheon is a celebration of NZ sporting legends, with generous guests coming together in a charity auction to raise vital funds for Life Flight. The post ELE Champions Charity Luncheon appeared first on Life Flight.
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Meet Hugo from Blenheim
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- When mum-to-be Jess’s water broke two months earlier than expected, none of the local hospitals were equipped for such an early birth. Thanks to you, our air ambulance plane was ready at a moment's notice. The post Meet Hugo from Blenheim appeared first on Life Flight.
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