Great Barrier Island Coastguard Rescue Inc have been active since 2000 and now own their own Dedicated Rescue Vessel Wai Kaha (also known as Barrier Rescue). Barrier Coastguard covers a large area in their 8.5 m Protector, all around the island, up to the Moko Hinau Islands, to the Mercury Islands and the inner gulf as required. The unit does well for themselves with 5 qualified skippers who are all on 24/7 callout. However, the biggest problem for the Island unit is finding crew to man the vessel, who live in close proximity, from such a small population.
Wai Kaha 8.5 m Rayglass Protector
Sponsors:
Contact:
President: Roger Bright
Phone: 021 391 282
Meetings/Training:
Every second Tuesday at the Tryphena Wharf base at approx 1800. Check with Roger prior.
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