Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service

Since 1975 the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service has grown from a part-time voluntary summer beach patrol to world-class aeromedical search and rescue operation.

No one has ever paid to be assisted by the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service. That is because their fellow citizens and the NSW Government through NSW Health and the Ambulance Service of NSW provide the funds that ensure the rescue helicopters are there when and where they are needed.

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Kari Armitage appointed Vice Chair of the HunterNet Board

Feb 24, 2017

Managing Director of Quarry Mining, Kari Armitage, has been appointed the new Vice Chair for HunterNet Co-Operative’s Board. Kari joins seven other Directors on the HunterNet Board, which is chaired by Chief Operating Officer and Executive Director for Boleh Consulting, Steven Tolley. Steven said Kari’s leadership achievements and community contribution has led to her appointment….
Business recognition for commitment to the region

Nov 12, 2016

On Tuesday, 8 November 2016, Newcastle Business Club announced the winners of their annual awards as Jon Chin, The Mark Hughes Foundation and Chris Thornton. Each year the Club recognises an individual, organisation and a younger person for their positive effect on the commonweal of Newcastle and the Hunter region. Established in 1933, the Club…
Hunter Leader | Jon Chin

Aug 26, 2016

Jon Chin almost needs no introduction in the Hunter. He retired as Secretary Manager of Hexham Bowling Club in July 2016 after serving in the role for 24 years. Along with Ossie the Mossie, his metallic partner in crime who sits outside the club, Jon and his team defied critics who said the Club couldn’t…
Rescue Helicopter launches new fundraising club

Jul 4, 2016

To mark the arrival of the new AgustaWestland AW139 helicopters, the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service is offering a unique opportunity for individuals and organisations to be Foundation Members of Club 139. Service General Manager Richard Jones, recently announced details of the Club 139 initiative ahead of the arrival of the first AW139 helicopter. “Club 139…
Rescue Helicopter celebrates 40 years

Jun 4, 2016

Currently celebrating 40 years, the Westpac Rescue Helicopter is going from strength to strength. Since starting as a voluntary weekend beach patrol it now provides 24-hour, seven day dedicated aeromedical, search and rescue operations across the Hunter, Central Coast, Mid North Coast, Central West, New England and North West regions. During the past four decades…
WHS winners announced at the Hunter Safety Awards

Mar 21, 2016

At a gala awards presentation on Friday, 18 March 2016, the inaugural winners of the Hunter Safety Awards were announced. The ‘gold’ safety helmet, sponsored by Blackwoods, was awarded to Port Hunter Conveyors, as the WHS Business of the Year. The judges said that across the board the approach of Port Hunter Conveyors to work…
Caped crusaders and superheroes stride for Chopper

Mar 13, 2016

Thousands of ‘superheroes’ are expected to join the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service to help raise money and awareness of its work in May this year. On Wednesday, 9 March 2016, the Service launched it’s new awareness campaign – Superhero Stride – with a number of staff, corporate supporters and guests dress as their favourite superheros….
Rescue Helicopter recognise long serving staff

Oct 7, 2015

In an era where having multiple jobs in as many years is common place, the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service recently honoured 10 people for careers that have spanned decades, and in one case a lifetime. Barry Walton was recognised for his 40 years of service with the Rescue Helicopter. Barry began his involvement as volunteer…
NSW safety award recognises leadership

Nov 5, 2014

The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service has won the Safety Leadership Award in the 2014 Workcover NSW SafeWork Awards. Service Chairman, Cliff Marsh OAM, said that the award was testament to the work of a magnificent team of people that included staff, partners and those the Service exists to support. “I am simply excited and proud…