Coastguard Dunedin

09/06/2026

27/04/2026

Today, Coastguard Dunedin assisted the 40-foot yacht Navita to its new berth.

While previous attempts had been delayed due to unsuitable conditions, today's conditions allowed the tow to be completed safely and successfully.

We also had an unexpected es**rt as we made our way out to the main channel. 🦭

Great to see the job done and Navita safely alongside in her new berth.

24/04/2026

Today we pause to honour the bravery, sacrifice, and service of those who have defended our way of life.

ANZAC Day is a time to reflect, remember, and give thanks.

As people enjoy time on the water across Aotearoa, we acknowledge those who have made that freedom possible, both in the past and today. Their courage and commitment will not be forgotten.

Today, we pause to honour the bravery, sacrifice, and service of those who have defended our way of life.

15/04/2026

BBT Big Blue Tractor Arriving at Coastguard Dunedin

15/04/2026

Tuesday morning at 11:30am, Coastguard Dunedin officially welcomed a new 9.5m vessel to our fleet, recently transferred from Waihi Beach. The vessel arrived in Dunedin with the BBT “Big Blue Truck” close behind, marking an exciting step forward for our unit.

A big thank you to Waihi Beach Volunteer Coastguard, Coastguard Canterbury, and Coastguard New Zealand for their support in making this happen.

Watch this space.

06/04/2026

TOW ASSISTANT CALLOUT

On Saturday, we went 4 miles past Taiaroa Heads to assist a 9.31 m yacht that had lost its gears and couldn’t move. The vessel was safely towed back into the harbour.

After 4 hours on the water, we returned to the pontoon for some well earned pizza from our DPA.

29/03/2026

Back at the Moana Nui Festival again this year alongside the ORC Harbourmaster and crew. Huge credit to the organisers for putting on another outstanding event. Great to connect with the community, talk about what we do, and have some real conversations around water safety. Looking forward to doing it all again next year.

27/03/2026

Kia Orana, Ni Sa Bula Vinaka, Fakaalofa lahi atu, Mālō e lelei, Malo le soifua, Malo ni, Fakatalofa atu, Noaˈia ˈe mḁuri, Kam na mauri, Tēnā koutou, and warm greetings to you all!

Haere mai to the Moana Nui Festival at Forsyth Barr stadium, where there is beautiful kai and the cultural performances from our diverse Pasifika communities are exceptional!💃🌺

We’re here alongside our friends from Coastguard Dunedin, so feel free to stop by for a kōrero.

Whether you’re curious about volunteering with Coastguard or just want to learn more about what we, the Coastguard or the Harbourmaster team do, we’d love to meet you. 😊

Hope to see you here!

18/01/2026

VOLUNTEER RECRUITMENT EVENING

Our Volunteer Recruitment Evening isn’t far off, and we’d love you to come along.

Whether you’re interested in being on the water, supporting from shore, or doing a bit of both, there’s a place for you in our volunteer crew.

Come along to our Volunteer Recruitment Evening to find out what’s involved, the roles available, and the training that supports our lifesaving mahi on the water.

Tuesday 27 January 2026
6:00pm
21 Kitchener Street, Dunedin

All welcome. No experience needed.

Find out more about volunteering at
volunteers.coastguard.nz

Questions?
John – 021 133 3945
[email protected]

24/12/2025

Meri Kirihimete from all of us at Coastguard Dunedin.

We’d like to wish our community a safe and happy Christmas, and thank you for your continued support throughout the year.

Enjoy the break, take care on the water, and we’ll see you in the New Year.