| The Bay of Islands Coastguard was first started early on in 1998. 12 months later they launched their first Dedicated Rescue Vessel, Bay Rescue. Prior to the launch the unit had been, and still are, using privately owned vessels and skippers willing to donate their time and vessels to the Coastguard cause. The DRV operates out of the Doves Bay Marina in the Kerikeri Inlet and is crewed by a small core of enthusiastic volunteers who are available 24/7 on pager callout. The unit is always on the look-out for keen and dedicated crew members and anyone interested should contact Murray at the email below.
Bay Rescue 8.5 m Rayglass Protector
Click here to see a video of the
Bay of
Islands team in action during the 10th July 2007 storm.
Sponsors:
The Bay of Islands Coastguard would like to acknowledge the following for their support:
- A1 Security
- Eastern Community Board of the Far North District Council
- Community Organisation Grants Scheme (COGS) - for assistance towards admin costs for 2004/5 and 2007
- Pub Charity - towards operating costs of Rescue Vessel for 2006 and 2008
- Lion Foundation - for assistance with Admin costs 2008
Financial assistance for the New Boat:
- Pioneer Fishing & Hunting Club
- Top Energy Fishing Club
Contact:
President: Murray Jeffs
Email: msjeffs@paradise.net.nz
Meetings/Training:
Tuesday night at 1845 in the Operations Room on Wiroa Rd, Kerikeri
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