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1News
25-05-2025
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Three rescued after boat capsizes off coast of Raglan
Three boaties were safely rescued after their boat capsized near Raglan this morning, sparking a multi-agency response. The incident occurred near Spot X, a remote surf break off Whale Bay. The trio's vessel was struck by a large set of waves, capsizing it and forcing them to cling to the upturned hull. Unable to get mobile reception or locate their Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB), they were eventually pushed toward jagged rocks by the swell and sustained injuries while scrambling to safety. The trio had made it to shore by the time the Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter arrived on the scene. (Source: Supplied) Coastguard Raglan responded after being contacted by police at 9am, dispatching a rescue vessel and two jetskis. Raglan Surf Life Saving Club also assisted, while the Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter was sent at 9:22am. Upon arrival, the helicopter winched critical care paramedic Jono Sampson in to assess the men, who were found to be in moderate to minor conditions. The trio were extracted by winch and taken to Manu Bay where they were met by surf personnel. A Coastguard Raglan spokesperson said the men were "cold, shaken, and cut up from the rocks" but lucky to be alive. "As they were being checked over, they shared that their lifejackets had kept them afloat and helped prevent more serious injuries. They were in no doubt — those lifejackets saved their lives. Without them, the outcome could have been very different." It is the third serious capsize response that Coastguard Raglan has undertaken in just two weeks. Four people were rescued after their boat sank off Raglan on May 11, with three adults and one teenager found floating in the water clinging to a chilly bin.
NZ Herald
25-05-2025
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- NZ Herald
Three injured fishermen rescued from rocks after boat capsizes near Raglan
The coastguard's operations centre was contacted by police after a report of three people were in trouble near Spot X, a well-known but remote surf break. Coastguard Raglan's rescue vessel Gallaher Rescue, along with jetskis Rylock Waikato Rescue One and Two, responded to the incident. Raglan Surf Life Saving Club also joined the rescue effort. At 9:28am, the two Coastguard volunteers aboard Rylock One located the three fishermen on the rocks. 'Seeing that they were injured, one of the volunteers entered the water with a medical first aid kit and swam to the scene, providing initial treatment and thermal blankets. 'A member of Raglan Surf also swam in to assist.' The men were cold, shaken and cut up from the rocks 'but incredibly relieved to see help arrive'. The Coastguard spokesperson said the men's lifejackets had kept them afloat and helped prevent more serious injuries. 'Those lifejackets saved their lives. Without them, the outcome could have been very different.' The spokesperson said, given the patients' conditions, rising swell and increasing wind, a helicopter extraction was deemed the safest option. An Auckland Westpac Rescue helicopter spokesperson said a crew had already been dispatched to assist rescue efforts at 9.22am. On arrival at the scene, the crew lowered critical care paramedic Jono Sampson by winch to assess the patients. 'The three men... were in moderate to minor conditions. They were extracted by winch.' The first fisherman was airlifted to Manu Bay by helicopter at 10.17am. The helicopter then returned to collect the remaining two. 'Transportation to hospital by helicopter wasn't required and crew returned to base.' Conditions at the time included strong easterly winds and a 3-4 foot swell.
Scoop
25-05-2025
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Three Rescued After Boat Capsizes Off Coast Of Raglan
Press Release – Coastguard Coastguard Raglans rescue vessel Gallaher Rescue, along with jetskis Rylock Waikato Rescue One and Two, responded to the incident. Raglan Surf Life Saving Club also joined the rescue effort and worked closely with Coastguards jetski crews. At 9:02am today, Coastguard's Operations Centre was contacted by Police after a report of three people in trouble near Spot X, a well-known but remote surf break off the coast of Whale Bay, Raglan. Coastguard Raglan's rescue vessel Gallaher Rescue, along with jetskis Rylock Waikato Rescue One and Two, responded to the incident. Raglan Surf Life Saving Club also joined the rescue effort and worked closely with Coastguard's jetski crews. At 9:28am, the two Coastguard volunteers aboard Rylock One located the three fishermen on the rocks. Seeing that they were injured, one of the volunteers entered the water with a medical first aid kit and swam to the scene, providing initial treatment and thermal blankets. A member of Raglan Surf also swam in to assist. According to a Coastguard Raglan spokesperson, the fishermen shared that their 5–6 metre boat had been hit by a large set of waves and capsized. They managed to climb onto the upturned hull but couldn't get mobile reception to call for help and couldn't locate their Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon (EPIRB). As the swell pushed the boat toward jagged rocks, they were forced to abandon the vessel, sustaining injuries as they were battered by waves against the rocks before being able to clamber above the high tide line. 'They were cold, shaken, and cut up from the rocks — but incredibly relieved to see help arrive. As they were being checked over, they shared that their lifejackets had kept them afloat and helped prevent more serious injuries. They were in no doubt — those lifejackets saved their lives. Without them, the outcome could have been very different.' Waikato Westpac Rescue Helicopter was requested to extract the injured fishermen. At 10:17am, the first patient was airlifted to shore at Manu Bay and handed over to Surf personnel, with the helicopter returning to collect the remaining two. Conditions at the time included strong easterly winds and a 3-4 foot swell. This rescue is a timely reminder of the importance of always wearing a lifejacket and highlights just how vital it is to carry a personal locator beacon (PLB) on your person — not just have an EPRIB onboard. Notes:
Scoop
06-05-2025
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Exceptional Achievements And Dedication Honoured At The NZ Search And Rescue Awards
A surf lifeguard diving under an upturned boat, forcing open the cabin hatch and pulling a trapped man free. Two decades of developing and improving a device for people with cognitive impairments, significantly increasing the chances of a successful search and rescue operation. These are just two examples of the exceptional skill and dedication being celebrated at this year's New Zealand's Search and Rescue (NZSAR) Awards. These awards are presented annually in recognition of outstanding achievements within New Zealand's Search and Rescue Region, which covers 30 million square kilometres. This evening (Tuesday 6 May 2025) the Hon James Meager, Associate Minister for Transport will present two Gold Awards and seven Certificates of Achievement at this year's ceremony, being held at Parliament. The Awards are determined by the New Zealand Search and Rescue Council. 'The tales of determination and commitment to search and rescue are truly inspiring,' says Acting Council Chair Ruth Fairhall. 'Each of these recipients have gone above and beyond to help reunite the lost, missing and injured with their friends and whānau.' 'On behalf of all New Zealand, we congratulate the Award recipients. Your contributions to our society are incredibly important, and we are very grateful for your exceptional dedication and service.' Awards given in the Operations category recognise significant rescue operations that took place between 1 January and 31 December 2024. Awards given in the Support category recognise the contributions of individuals to search and rescue in New Zealand. Those receiving awards are: Gold Award – Operational Activity The Gold Award for Operational Activity is awarded for a very significant contribution to search and rescue in the New Zealand Search and Rescue Region during 2024. Raglan Surf Lifesaving Club For the rescue of three people from a boat overturned on the Raglan Bar. On 1 December 2024, Police were informed that a small fishing boat carrying a family of three had capsized crossing the Raglan Bar. Although the son had been thrown clear and the mother was able to get out of the boat, the father remained trapped in the upturned hull, breathing from a small air pocket. Members of the Raglan Surf Life Saving Club were training nearby with Inflatable Rescue Boats (IRB). They responded immediately and pulled the mother and son from the water. Unable to locate the father, a Surf Lifeguard entered the water to check the boat, cutting his way through tangled fishing line. After banging on the hull and hearing a response from the forward cabin, the Surf Lifeguard forced open the cabin hatch and pull the trapped man free. These swift actions almost certainly saved the man's life. Gold Award – Support Activity The Gold Award for Support Activity is awarded for a very significant contribution to search and rescue in the New Zealand Search and Rescue Region. Ian Trethowen For the development and ongoing support of WanderSearch. A WanderSearch device is a small, radio frequency transmitter than can be worn by individuals with cognitive impairment who are at risk of going missing or becoming lost. Ian developed and manufactured the first devices, which were issued in Nelson in 2006 and quickly showed their value. Over the years, Ian has made significant improvements to the wearable devices and the tracking equipment. His ongoing dedication and commitment to improving the technology has profoundly improved the safety and well-being of many vulnerable individuals and the effectiveness of search and rescue for people with cognitive impairment. Certificates of Achievement – Operational Activity The NZSAR Certificates of Achievement for Operational Activity are awarded for an important contribution to search and rescue in the New Zealand Search and Rescue Region during 2024. Coastguard South Taranaki For the search for a missing diver near Pātea Bar, South Taranaki. Zack Armstrong and Hernan Holliday, GCH Aviation – Greymouth team members. For the rescue of a tramper trapped between boulders in the Taipo River. For the rescue of fishermen swept from rocks near Tapotupotu Bay. Certificates of Achievement – Support Activity The NZSAR Certificates of Achievement for Support Activity are awarded for an important contribution to search and rescue in the New Zealand Search and Rescue Region. Bart Kindt For the development of SARTrack Incident Management Software. Graeme Hill For his service and commitment to New Zealand Land Search and Rescue Dogs and Search and Rescue in the Waikato region. Don Robertson For his service and commitment to Amateur Radio Emergency Communication (AREC). Ngāti Hikairo ki Tongariro – Tūwharetoa For Iwi support to Police Search and Rescue in the Central North Island and Bay of Plenty. Search and rescue statistics For the year ending 31 December 2024, there were 3,472 search and rescue (SAR) incidents, where authorities believe a person was a risk and in need of SAR services. Within these incidents, there were: 138 Lives saved, where if SAR agencies had not intervened, lives would definitely have been lost. 777 people rescued, where SAR agencies locate and rescue people at risk, and return them to a safe location. 928 people assisted, where SAR agencies aid people at low risk but who, if left, would be at risk. 63,211 people hours. 2,683 operational asset hours.
