Patient Story
Meet Deb from Kāpiti
While watching the evening news, their world was shaken by an unexpected cardiac arrest. See how your support got this grandmother to life-saving surgery.
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Meet Louis and Freda from Blenheim
Every Sunday, Louis hops on his bike selling chicken eggs, raising money for a very special cause. The people who helped his baby sister Freda.
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Meet Georgia and Piper from New Plymouth
After spending more than four months in Wellington Hospital, your support brought them home.
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Meet Matt from Wairarapa
What started as an innocent holiday game quickly became a critical rescue mission for Matt. A devastating neck injury required the utmost care from the Westpac Chopper crew.
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Meet Indie from Nelson
When their baby's life hangs in the balance, Chelsea and Mitch rely on an urgent air ambulance transfer to give her a fighting chance.
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Meet Fergus from Paraparaumu
First-time parents Falyn and Peter were excitedly awaiting twins Fergus and Finley, but only 12 weeks into the pregnancy, it was clear Fergus would have to fight for his life.
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Meet Adrian from Palmerston North
Out of the blue, Adrian found himself in a race against time. He was experiencing an aortic dissection, and every minute saved improved his chances of survival.
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Meet Bruce from Masterton
While Bruce was working under the hot Masterton sun, a growing pain became unbearable. Soon unconscious, the Westpac Chopper became the tool to save his life.
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Meet Poppy from Palmerston North
An urgent flight 48 hours after Poppy was born ensured her life. 10 years later, Mum Leisha reflects on what that flight meant for her family.
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Meet Michelle from Wainuiomata
When a familiar walk became Michelle’s nightmare, the Westpac Chopper was her only hope of escape.
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