by sumner lifeboat crew | Apr 9, 2021 | Coastguard Sumner News, Uncategorized
The first quarter of 2021 was themed on working with other rescue organisations – Coastguard units, Surf Life Saving NZ, and Sumner Fire Brigade. January heralded the America’s Cup challenger series and brought a special treat for crew members Camilla...
by sumner lifeboat crew | Jan 10, 2021 | Coastguard Sumner News
2020 in review: a relatively quiet year, with 28 callouts, including several at night or at dusk. All incidents could have had serious consequences. They were a mix of surfers or boarders in big seas, broken down boats and missing persons. Our volunteer crew...
by sumner lifeboat crew | Jan 1, 2021 | Coastguard Sumner News
Well done to Blair Quane who recently was revalidated as a Coastguard skipper (officially called an ISC Master). The skipper is in charge of the rescue vessel, so it’s not an easy qualification to achieve and maintain. Blair also attained a navigation...
by sumner lifeboat crew | Oct 29, 2020 | Coastguard Sumner News
We have decided to postpone our our inaugural Celebration of Summer event. It is now planned for February/March 2021. Our original date of November 2020 proved to be unsuitable for many guests who wanted to attend but had other commitments. Keep a look out for details...
by sumner lifeboat crew | Oct 9, 2020 | Coastguard Sumner News
Sumner Lifeboat is calling for volunteers to join as boat crew. Applications close this coming Tuesday, 13th October 2020. All training and equipment is provided. Volunteers need to be competent swimmers and physically fit. To find out what’s involved and to get...
by sumner lifeboat crew | Oct 8, 2020 | Coastguard Sumner News
Friday 25 September 2020 20:57 – a big night search on the Avon/Heathcote Estuary for three persons who were reported to be in trouble in the water off Shag Rock. Police tasked Sumner Lifeboat for the on-water search. 14 crew responded and Hamilton Jet Rescue...
