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Record total for Northland Rescue Helicopter appealThe generosity of Northlanders is being acknowledged following a record fundraising total for the Northland Rescue Helicopter annual appeal. More than $307,000 was received in public donations in a little over two months, taking the total in public donations since 2011 to well over $2.1 million.
Paul Ahlers, Chair of the Northland Emergency Services Trust, says the amount raised is truly amazing and it proves that locals value the Northland Rescue Helicopter service. This level of financial support helps maintain a 24/7 world class service covering all of Northland. “I just want to acknowledge the huge effort put in by our sponsors, supporters and volunteers in helping to raise the profile of the rescue helicopter during the appeal. There were a lot of people involved in making the appeal such a success and the enthusiasm and energy that everyone brought to the appeal this year was critical. A lot of people you meet during the appeal have a story or some close connection to the rescue helicopter. And it’s this sense of close connection which reminds you how important this service really is." |
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