Engine problem – 01/27/2019 – 14:15 to 20:00

A boat reported at Waikawa Bay with an engine problem and requested a tow back to Whakatane.  Whakatane Rescue 2 was tasked to assist, located the boat and towed it safely back to Whakatane.

Fuel problems – 01/19/2019 – 8:18 to 10:35

A vessel North of Whale Is reported fuel problems and requested a tow back to Whakatane.  Whakatane Rescue 2 was launched. The vessel was located and towed safely back to Whakatane.

Engine problem – 01/17/2019 – 12:44 to 15:20

A boat reported 16 nm north of Kohi Pt with an engine problem and requested a tow back to Whakatane. Whakatane Rescue 2 was tasked to assist and towed the boat back across the bar into the harbour.