Engine problem – 03/31/2018 – 12:26 to 14:28

A boat off Ohiwa Harbour reported a leaking manifold problem and requested assistance.  An unsuccessful All Stations call resulted in Whakatane Rescue being tasked to assist.  The boat was located and towed back to Whakatane.

Engine problem – 03/29/2018 – 9:54 to 12:15

A jetski reported at the NW corner of the Mussell Farm with a rope wrapped around the propeller and requested a tow back to Ohiwa.  An All Stations call resulted in a boat responding.  The jetski was taken under tow but due to the condition of the Ohiwa Bar, it was...

Fuel problem – 03/27/2018 – 14:09 to 15:30

A boat reported 3nm North of the Whakatane Bar with a fuel problem and requested a tow back to Whakatane.  An All Stations call call was made with several boats responding but Whakatane Rescue was tasked to assist.  Both boats arrived safely back in the harbour.  A...

Engine problem – 03/22/2018 – 11:18 to 12:21

A boat reported at Sulphur Bay Whale Is with an engine problem and requested a tow back to Whakatane.  An All Stations call resulted in a boat responding.  Both boats arrived safely back in the river.  A big thank you to the Good Samaritan.

Engine problem – 03/18/2018 – 13:49 to 15:49

A boat reported at the west end of Whale Is with the motor trimmed up and jammed in that position and requested assistance.  An All Stations call resulted in a boat responding and taking the vessel under tow back towards Whakatane.  Whakatane Rescue was tasked to tow...