New Emergency Rescue Vessel for Maketu Coastguard

Julie Cross from Maketu Coastguard

We need help to be able to continue to save lives.

Maketu Volunteer Coastguard needs to raise funds to build a new emergency rescue vessel. Over the past 5 years Maketu Coastguard have rescued over 260 people. Saving the lives of many. The unit works closely within the community and with other emergency services such as police, fire and ambulance etc.

The crew of Maketu give their time freely, and often are called out in some of the worst conditions to help others. They need to be able to rely 100% on their vessels to get them out and back safely.

The new vessel has been designed to meet the challenging requirements of the Maketu Coastline and the surrounding 3 dangerous bar crossings. The new boat will be durable and a safe rescue vessel, designed to meet all of todays rigorous Health and Safety requirements. With powerful jet engines, a larger stable hull and better protection for crew and passengers.

The new vessel will ensure longevity of the unit and allow the volunteers to be able to continue to work with the local community by providing water safety training and supporting on water charity events in the form of a safety provider.

Ultimately it will allow the volunteers to be able to safely access the sea and rivers at all times, and SAVE LIVES.