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Coastguard is the charity saving lives on the water, and all crew members are volunteers – regular people with regular jobs. They’re ready to drop everything to come to your rescue when you need them most.

Read about our latest rescues, safety campaigns, and community events below.

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Coastguard Sumner rescues three from rocks in large swells
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Coastguard volunteers battle wild conditions to rescue stranded sailor
Coastguard Hawkes Bay extinguishing yacht off Cape Kidnappers COASTGUARD HAWKES BAY
Coastguard Hawke’s Bay responds to yacht fire off Cape Kidnappers
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Coastguard Canterbury’s New Search & Rescue Centre Officially Opens
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Coastguard Wellington upgrades VHF channels for safer boating
Coastguard Howick jumpstart a jetski in Hauraki Gulf in January 2025. PHOTO/COASTGUARD
Coastguard reflects on a safe, busy summer
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Coastguard Riverton – Built on Service, Dedication & Professionalism
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Search for missing jetskier on Cook Strait
2 Coastguard rescue vessel crossing Foxton bar Manawatū
Coastguard reports record day for Bar Watches
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Whangaparāoa local wins a dream boat in Coastguard Lottery
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Three rescued after boat capsizes on Hokianga Bar
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Lifejackets save lives: Coastguard begs Kiwis to Just Wear It
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Coastguard Tūrangi celebrates 50 years of saving lives on the water
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Celebrating Coastguard's best – our Awards of Excellence 2024 winners!
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Missing Rock Fisherman at Whatipu
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Coastguard Kaipara celebrates opening of new rescue centre in Parakai
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Finalists announced for Volunteer Awards of Excellence!
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Coastguard launches initiatives to reduce bar crossing tragedies
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No health challenges can stop Kayla’s 22km swim for Coastguard
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Alison honours father’s legacy with a 20km swim for Coastguard
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Coastguard New Zealand gifted ingoa Māori
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Katrina Parker's healing journey from tragedy through swimming
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Coastguard Wānaka Lakes welcomes new vessel and rescue centre
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New Lotto-funded rescue boat just the ticket for Coastguard Tutukaka
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Queenstown’s new Lotto-funded CRV christened in special naming ceremony
Coastguard South Canterbury bids farewell to an old friend to welcome new high-spec boat funded by Lotto NZ
Kordia - key partner supporting our technological evolution
Coastguard Lake Brunner’s new rescue vessel a big win for West Coast boaties
New Lotto-funded CRV a big win for Coromandel boaties
Bay of Islands community to share in win as Coastguard prepares to welcome new rescue boat thanks to Lotto NZ funding
Dunedin’s new Coastguard Rescue boat almost home and hosed thanks to Lotto funding
Coastguard Whangaruru to celebrate arrival of new Lotto-funded rescue boat this Saturday
Coastguard North Kaipara's new Lotto-funded boat arrives at Tinopai
Coastguard vessel Achiever gifted to Ngāti Whātua Ōrākei
Coastguard Great Barrier first unit to receive new 4UNZ vessel
Coastguard and Marine Deals launch new partnership
Coastguard welcomes Tower onboard as new major partner
Tauranga to host special blessing ceremony for two new Lotto-funded rescue boats
Longtime supporter wins big in this year's Cash Windfall Lottery
From illness to strength: How swimming saved Helen Parkes
Coastguard volunteer ready to dive into The Big Swim fundraiser!
Pre-Dawn Rescue near Hen and Chicken Islands Saves Three Men
Day or night – Coastguard volunteers answer the call for help
Avid Southland fisher lands big catch in Coastguard Summer Lottery
Eyes in the Sky: Coastguard Sumner trials drones for search and rescue
South Island Coastguard volunteers honoured in NZSAR Awards
Coastguard North Canterbury enhances swift water rescue capability
Haere Mai ‘Clyde Rescue II’
Successful rescue off Manukau bar
Busy start to second week of school holidays for Coastguard
Coastguard and Surf Life Saving collaborate to rescue 16 off Whangamatā
NRC proposal puts lives at risk - Coastguard
Former jet boat driver wins new boat in Coastguard lottery
Coastguard prepares for mixed weather this Easter weekend
Coastguard Raglan rescue three from water following harbour capsize
Coastguard receives significant national HR award
Waihi Beach overnight rescue of yacht aground on Bowentown Bar
Coastguard Tauranga to host special blessing ceremony for its new TECT Rescue vessel
Coastguard Dunedin assist solo sailor in 2024–25 Vendée Globe yacht race
Busiest day on water for five years – Coastguard
Got your lifejackets ready for Anniversary Weekend?
Coastguard North Kaipara recognise 30 years of community service
Coastguard Maketu Saves Teens in Beach Emergency
Coastguard Auckland and Westpac Rescue Helicopter support injured boatie
Coastguard and Line 7 to celebrate responsible Wanganui boaties this Wellington Anniversary Weekend
Coastguard Canterbury Volunteers rescue hikers trapped by fire at Purau Bay
Matakatia Bay New Years Tragedy
Ongoing Search Efforts for Missing Diver in Ahipara
Four swimmers found safe on Lake Rotorua after overdue outing
Coastguard Bay of Islands volunteers lead search for missing diver
Coastguard and Yamaha team up to support PASS waka ama success
Coastguard Hawke's Bay Rescues Three in Challenging Conditions
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Houhora, Coastguard’s most northern unit, welcomes new rescue vessel
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Coastguard Wānaka Lakes welcomes new vessel and rescue centre
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Wellington to host special blessing ceremony for Reremoana, its new Lotto-funded CRV
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Coastguard Bay of Islands relocates to Opua in time for summer
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Coastguard Mana powering forward with diesel
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Coastguard Mana’s new Lotto-funded rescue vessel an environmental game-changer
Coastguard Auckland and Waiheke respond to incident at Whites Bay
Just Wear It to save lives on the water this summer
Coastguard Kaipara to trial innovative new Quadski
Give a lifesaving donation to volunteers this Christmas!
Coastguard and Line 7 team up to reward responsible Canterbury boaties
125 years of saving lives at sea – Sumner marks extraordinary milestone
Golfing legend Ryan Fox - Coastguard's newest ambassador
Coastguard Bay of Islands respond to Coastal Classic emergency
Coastguard Maketu rescue two from water following jetski capsize
Coastguard celebrates Awards of Excellence 2023 winners!
Man overboard rescued by Coastguard following bar crossing incident
New Ōpōtiki harbour development allows faster Coastguard response
Volunteers rescue kayaker just in time on Lake Rotorua
Finalists in Volunteer Awards of Excellence 2023 announced!
Coastguard Whangārei successfully execute night-time rescue operation
Coastguard Waiuku marks 50 years of saving lives at sea
Be Ramp Ready with Yamaha and Coastguard New Zealand
Coastguard Bay of Islands celebrates official opening of new Opua base
Coastguard weaves new partnership with Line 7
Coastguard New Zealand and Hyundai New Zealand announce exciting partnership
Groundbreaking ceremony held for new Kaipara Marine Rescue Centre
Rapid response to jetski taking on water from Coastguard Waiheke
It takes a crew to save a life - Coastguard seeks new volunteers
Coastguard volunteers donate 30 years of time in just a year
Coastguard Whangārei complete mammoth 11-hour yacht tow
Coastguard Titirangi’s fresh start – a new home and rescue vessel ready to go!
Coastguard Taranaki celebrates 50 years of saving lives at sea
Coastguard Kaipara leads bar awareness and education trip
Coastguard volunteers honoured for contributions to search and rescue
Coastguard New Zealand calls for mandatory lifejacket legislation to be passed
Quick response from Coastguard Sumner sees four rescued following capsize
Lake Rotorua's kayaking hazards highlighted by incidents
The ultimate guide to thrilling fishing
Paddles & hooks: A quick guide to kayak fishing in NZ
Northland Coastguard volunteers kept busy overnight
Coastguard Auckland celebrates arrival of new vessel, a true legacy of the 36th America’s Cup
An update on Coastguard Titirangi - two months on
Lucky escape for jetskier on Waikato River
Coastguard rescues eight in separate overnight incidents
Coastguard update on VHF infrastructure
Softbaiting: What gear should I use?
Divers safety
Check your fuel before summer
Top 5 Boating Claims and how to avoid them
Top boating destinations this summer!
Coastguard thankful for skipper’s rescue off stranded vessel
Respect the conditions, stay off the water
Preparation key for Cyclone Gabrielle’s arrival
Coastguard Titirangi starts road to recovery
Protecting our marine environment
Stay safe on the water this winter
Winterising your boat
Coastguard Thames rescues two kayakers, including one from water
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A Coastguard Survival Story
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GIRL AGAIN
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AP - Keen Fisho, Proud Dad. Vessel Capsize, Kawau Island

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