Kuaotunu Land Search and Rescue

10/03/2026

Last weekend members from our group spent the weekend attending the Waikato SAREX in Pirongia; training alongside Police and other Land Search and Rescue volunteers from the Waikato region.

Saturday’s workshops and exercises were a great opportunity to build knowledge and share experiences while Sunday’s scenario brought everything together; teams working through a realistic urban search situation.

It was a busy weekend, so this was the only photo I managed to get - a glimpse into some of the technology we’re learning to use, including night vision and thermal equipment that helps search teams operate safely and effectively at dusk, dawn and after dark.

07/03/2026

Happy international woman’s day to all our amazing woman who volunteer with us 🔶🔶🔶

05/03/2026

Last weekend members from our team took part in the Helicopter Foundations course, delivered by one of the expert tutors from Land Search and Rescue New Zealand.
We’re volunteers, but we train to a national standard so when our community needs us, we’re ready.

28/02/2026

Our first training of the year - what a team!

Land Search and Rescue is built on volunteers who give their time to train, to respond, and to work together when it matters most.

Training nights like this sharpen our skills, strengthen our teamwork, and make sure we’re ready when the call comes in.

If you’ve ever thought about getting involved, now’s the time. We’re looking for practical, level-headed people who care about their community and are willing to step up when it counts.

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24/02/2026

Land Search and Rescue volunteers are ready to respond when someone doesn’t come home.

We go where others can’t, for people we’ve never met — because every search is someone’s loved one waiting to be found.

🧡 Help us keep going by donating below. Your support means we can be there when it matters most. https://www.landsar.org.nz/donate-to-land-search-and-rescue/

11/02/2026

Our local Land Search and Rescue group (KSAR) is looking for more volunteers to join the team.

“Volunteers do not necessarily have the time; they just have the heart.” ~ Elizabeth Andrew

Please be in touch to find out more 🧡

06/01/2026

29/12/2025

If you were listening to Karl on CFM and are keen to help us by donating here’s the link:

Support our organisation provide volunteer search & rescue services to those who become lost or injured in the outdoors.

23/12/2025

🚒 Kuaotunu Fire Brigade Annual Raffle 🚒
Our annual raffle is back!
This is one of the key ways your local volunteer fire brigade raises funds to support emergency response across Kuaotunu, Opito Bay, Otama, Matapaua Bay, and the wider community.
🎟 Raffle tickets on sale soon in your area
Selling locations:
• Kuaotunu: Listen out for the fire trucks from 5pm, Sunday 28th
• Opito Bay: Crew will be coming around from the 26th
• Otama: Tickets sold by a local fire crew member
• Matapaua Bay: Tickets sold by the local community
💛 This year, funds raised will go directly toward assisting with the purchase of a new fire appliance for Opito Bay.
Due to high demand, we may not be able to get to everyone who wishes to support us.
🏆 Great prizes to be won
❤️ All funds stay local and support your volunteer fire crew
📍 Kuaotunu Fire Brigade

06/12/2025