Engine problem. – 04/25/2022 – 12:00 to 12:16

A boat reported off the Whakatane Bar with an engine problem and requested a tow. The call was heard by another boat who offered to help. The stricken vessel was taken under tow and both boats returned safely back across the . A big thank you to the good...

Flat battery. – 04/25/2022 – 11:59 to 13:15

A jetski reported off the Ohope Golf Club with a flat battery requested a jump start. Whakatane Rescue II launched and assisted the jetski, who returned to Ohiwa. Whakatane Rescue II returned to Whakatane. 

Steering problem – 04/16/2022 – 11:17 to 13:30

A boat reported off Ohope with a steering problem and requested assistance. The call was heard by another boat who offered to help and towed the stricken vessel back to Whakatane. A big thank you to the good samaritan.