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50 Years

8th, February, 2025

Then v. Now: Our Broadmeadow Hangar

Our three forward operating line bases at Belmont, Tamworth and Lismore all host a dedicated

Local Heroes

Vale Joe Slupik

We would like to acknowledge a man who made a significant contribution to our Broadmeadow

Thanks a Million!

The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service has a million reasons to thank the dedicated volunteers of

Leaders of Newcastle Leap to Support the Service

On Friday 30 June, 20 Leaders conquered the challenge of abseiling down the face of

7 Leaders Support Life Saving Service by Taking the Leap

The Central Coast Leaders Leap saw seven Leaders accept the challenge to abseil down the

Service Prepares For Busier Times Ahead

Lesley McFarlane is proof the Westpac Rescue Helicopter can become intertwined with your life in

Service Thanks Volunteers Making Communities ‘Better Together’

As Australia celebrates National Volunteer Week (May 16-22), the regions Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service is

Thiess Digs Deep for Rescue Service Volunteers

The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service has joined forces with mining services provider Thiess in a

Singleton Volunteers Recognised with local Hall of Fame Induction

Congratulations to the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service’s Singleton Volunteer Support Group, who last Thursday were

Vale Cliff Marsh OAM

The following is written by journalist Ian Kirkwood from our Media Partner, the Newcastle Herald

Milestone For Rescue Service Stalwart

Aside from Service CEO Richard Jones OAM, Graham Nickisson aka ‘Nicko’ is probably one of

Service recognises Volunteers & the need to reconnect & reimagine

“Since 1975 our generous volunteers have been fundamental in helping to ensure the Westpac Rescue Helicopter continues to fly for those in need. They make an immense contribution to the Service every day.”

Service Milestone Highlighted By Brotherly Love

After 35 years’ service, Lismore Based Aircrew Officer Mick Kerry has had many memorable missions