Kayakers prove useful for search and rescue
Two fictional missing kayakers had local first responders out in force at Waimarama Beach on Sunday.
The kayakers were at the centre of a joint training exercise for Police, Coastguard and the Hawke’s Bay Surf Life Saving (SLS) Emergency Call-out squad.
Constable Andrew Walker said the annual training exercise gives our teams the opportunity to improve and practice our operating procedures and gives new crew members a chance to work on their skills in a realistic emergency situation.
An incident management team made up of Police Search and Rescue, Coastguard and SLS members ran the search.
A further 25 personnel from the SLS Emergency Call-out squad and Coastguard were on the water around Waimarama in five inflatable rescue boats and the Coastguard rigid hull inflatable Celia Knowles.
Constable Walker said it was the perfect time to remind people of the basic rules they should follow.
- Let someone know where you are going and when you plan to be home.
- Check the marine weather forecast
- Take two waterproof ways to call for help
- Wear your lifejacket
- Avoid alcohol
Native Plant - Autumn Sale
Our nursery is once again selling native plants grown from locally sourced seeds. They are in wonderful condition and offer excellent value.
The plants cost just $6 each (GST inclusive) and must be pre-ordered and pre-paid.
Pick up is in Havelock North on Saturday 21 March, between 10:30am and 12:30pm.
To access the plant list / order form see "Read More" below
More details are available on the order form. Be in quick as sales close on Thursday 19th March.
All proceeds go towards supporting our branch's other conservation projects including Blowhard Bush in the Kaweka Ranges.
Steady As You Go
Interested in joining a strength and balance falls prevention exercise class? Steady As You Go is great strength and balance falls prevention exercise class. Two new classes will be starting on March 16th at the JH Mason Hall (18 Durham Drive, Havelock North). Class will be every Monday and two times are available. Either join the 9:30am class or the 11:00am. Each class is about an hour long and FREE to attend. Registration is essential as numbers are limited. It's also a great opportunity to meet others.
Call Age Concern Hawke's Bay on 068709060 or email healthpromotion@ageconcernhb.co.nz to register.
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