Bay of Islands

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 Tim at the email below.

 

Bay Rescue II 10.2m Naiad - launched Dec. 2009 - at speed

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) - assistance towards admin costs for 2004/5, 2007 & 2009
  • Pub Charity - operating costs of Rescue Vessel for 2006 & 2009
  • Lion Foundation - assistance with Admin costs 2008 & 2009

Financial assistance for the New Boat:

  • ASB Communities Trust
  • Lotteries Grants Board
  • Pioneer Fishing & Hunting Club
  • The Perry Foundation
  • Top Energy Fishing Club

 

Contact:
President: Tim Roffey
Email: roffey@clear.net.nz

Meetings/Training:
Tuesday night at 1845 in the Operations Room on Wiroa Road, Kerikeri.

Last updated: 17 August 2010

 
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