Fuel problem – 02/15/2020 – 12:20 to 12:45

A boat 1nm west of the Whakatane bar reported a fuel problem and requested assistance. An All Stations call was made and a vessel offered to help. The stricken boat was towed back safely across the Whakatane bar. A big thank you to the Good Samaritan. 

Engine problem – 02/06/2020 – 14:48 to 16:15

A boat reported west of the Raurimus with an engine problem and requested assistance. The call was heard by another vessel who offered to help. The stricken boat was located and towed safely back to Whakatane. A big thank you to the good samaritan.