Papakura Coastguard

14/10/2026

Usually, on the West Coast we get our fair share of harsh conditions 🌊. That's why, when the weather is so settled, we love being out there. It's giving summer vibes! 😎

11/10/2026

11/10/26 - Two people rescued from the water
Our volunteers rescued two people on Sunday afternoon, following reports of two people in distress off Kaiteke Point near Little Huia.

We responded with Papakura Rescue 1 and made best speed to the scene. Shortly before our arrival, rescue watercraft from Titirangi Volunteer Coastguard had recovered the stricken pair, who were subsequently transferred to our vessel for treatment. Both people were treated for hypothermia by our crew.

The pair were then put ashore with Police waiting to provide care.
Overall, we're super happy with the good outcome.
Cheers to the crew: Bruce, Grant, Harris, Rod & Sam
Thanks to Titirangi Volunteer Coastguard, Police, Auckland Airport Emergency Services, and everyone involved in this positive result.

04/09/2026

14/08/2026

** AGM 2026 **

Notice is hereby given that the Papakura Volunteer Coastguard AGM 2026 is to be held on Tuesday 8 September 2026, commencing at 1900 (7.00pm)

To be held at Papakura Coastguard base;
Wellington Park, Great South Road, Papakura

For catering purposes, if you wish to attend please RSVP to [email protected]

Regards

Papakura Coastguard

22/07/2026

Last night, volunteers from Papakura Coastguard joined forces with Waiuku Coastguard for a hands-on flare demonstration, giving our crews the opportunity to safely experience the use of handheld and orange smoke flares.

A big thank you to Coastguard New Zealand for supplying the flares, allowing us to carry out this valuable practical training.

There’s no substitute for seeing and using these distress signals in a controlled environment.

We all hope we’ll never have to use a flare in a real emergency, but having the confidence and knowledge is good to have

Thank you to everyone who took part and helped make it a safe and worthwhile evening of training.

20/07/2026

🚨 Training Notice – Flare Demonstration 🚨

As part of our ongoing volunteer training, Papakura Coastguard will be conducting a marine flare demonstration, for our volunteers, at Bottletop Bay on Tuesday 21 July, between 7:00 pm and 9:00 pm.

During this time, members of the public may see or hear handheld, and smoke flares being used as part of a supervised training exercise.

Please do not be alarmed—this is a planned Coastguard training activity and no assistance is required.

Regular training like this helps ensure our volunteers are prepared to respond safely and effectively when real emergencies occur on the water.

Thank you for your understanding and support.

10/07/2026

It's that time of the month again! We're back on the BBQ at Mitre 10 Takanini till 4:30pm 11/7/26 🔥🌭

If you pop in, come say G'day to the crew, take a gander at Rescue 1, grab yourself a steaming hot fresh sausage sizzle ♨️

Not to mention that our infamous bacon & egg sandwiches are making another appearance.🥓🍳

Every sausage helps to support our mission to Save Lives on The Water. Look forward to seeing you there

03/07/2026

Papakura Rescue 2 Appreciation Post