Rescue of the Year

Coastguard rescues are carried out by volunteers 24/7, 365 days a year. Up and down Aotearoa on lakes, rivers and seas, up in the air, at unit base and behind the radio, volunteers feel that same rush of adrenaline every time the pager goes off, when the rescue vessel gains speed, when more information comes in over the airwaves, when a small speck appears in the distance, and when they see the relief wash over the faces of people who had given up hope on getting home safely. 

When time is of the essence and lives are on the line, Coastguard crews show up for others, work together and go the extra mile.  

The Coastguard Rescue of the Year is a prestigious award that recognises an exceptional rescue crew who has undertaken an outstanding search and rescue or Coastguard operation. 

Criteria

You know the person or unit you’re nominating is great – that’s why you’re nominating them! But the judges want to know the details of why this person or unit deserves to be recognised above all others, and that they meet the award criteria. Please ensure you're read the criteria for this award and provide examples in your nomination of how the nominee has met the criteria.  

Photos, videos and other supporting documents are helpful to paint a picture for the judges and bring your nomination to life. If you have a photo of the nominee, or a team photo if it’s a group award, you can upload any supporting images or documentation via the online nomination form or by emailing any supporting images or documentation along with your unit name and award category to [email protected]. 

Heads up: You can complete part of the form and come back to it later. As long as you use the same device, your progress will be saved.