At dawn this morning, members of Coastguard Hibiscus stood shoulder to shoulder with our community at the Hibiscus Coast RSA to mark Anzac Day. As the first light broke, we paused to remember the courage, sacrifice, and service ofthose who have served our country—past and present. The stillness of the morning was a powerful reminder of why we gather each year: to honour their legacy and reflect on the freedoms we enjoy today. For our crew, service is at the heart of what we d

Two kayakers were safely rescued from the water off Stanmore Bay on Saturday, with lifejackets and having a phone to call for help making all the difference. The pair became separated from their group in deteriorating conditions as they paddled from Martins Bay to Manly Beach on Saturday morning. Thankfully they were able to make a brief phone call to the group and give their approximate location. Coastguard Hibiscus volunteers aboard Hibiscus Rescue 2 and the New Zealand Pol

7:30am. The pager sounds and phones light up. An urgent call has come in for Hibiscus Rescue Two. Across the Hibiscus Coast, volunteers drop what they’re doing — breakfast with family, getting ready for work, plans for the day instantly abandoned. They race to Stanmore Bay, knowing that when the boat leaves the ramp, someone’s life is already at serious risk. That morning, two skippers and three crew launched with limited information: a kayaker was missing off Waiwera. Condit

February has been full of activity for our Coastguard Hibiscus crew, both on and off the water. With Valentine’s Day arriving in the middle of a busy period, I took the chance to surprise our volunteers with a sweet treat—cupcakes from New World Ōrewa. A quick stop into the store on the way to the vessel meant our crew were met with a little Valentine’s Day delight before heading out on the water. It was a small gesture to recognise the huge amount of time, energy, and heart

What a start to 2026! Over the festive season, our incredible volunteer crew put in between 30 and 60 hours each on our vessels from 20 December to 10 January, with additional time spent on call when needed. In fact, there were only three days during that period when we weren’t out on the water! Across those weeks, we responded to 16 calls for assistance and helped at least 40 people return safely to shore. A huge thank you to every volunteer who gave their time and energy to

Coastguard is on track to double the number of emergency calls it has responded to this month compared to January 2025 – and is asking everyone to be prepared before hitting the water. Coastguard Hibiscus immediate past president Rachel Hessey says her all-volunteer team have rescued numerous boaties over the past few weeks, including a commercial fishing vessel which was towed back to shore. https://www.rnz.co.nz/national/programmes/the-weekend/audio/2019020316/safety-updat

Join us on 29-Nov-2025 at the Raiders League Glub fishing competition weigh in at the Stanmore Bay Park and get your Coastguard lottery tickets! The park opens at 1:00 PM and welcomes everyone to enjoy a day full of fun and excitement! Kids can enjoy the free children's activities , while adults can watch or bid in the fish auction . Don't miss the Fresh Fish Auction happening right after the prize-giving ceremony - a perfect opportunity to take home premium fresh catch! Gr

A Huge Thank You from Coastguard Hibiscus! What an incredible day! Our inaugural Coastguard Hibiscus Golf Tournament was a huge success, and it’s all thanks to the amazing players, sponsors, volunteers, and supporters who came together to make it happen. Your generosity and enthusiasm have helped kickstart our fundraising efforts, and we are truly grateful. A special shout-out to everyone who contributed their time, energy, and resources — events like this simply wouldn’t be

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