
Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service
Helping to keep Australians safe since 1973
Westpac has been a proud supporter of the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service since its introduction, helping Australians when they need it most. More than 80,000 missions have been performed, and over 300 rescue professionals and volunteers make up the WLRHS national operation. Today there are 13 bases operating 15 aircraft and 1 rescue boat across Australia.
One of our missions
Rescues can occur when they are least expected, such as Trevor and Dylan's lucky escape from circling sharks, when the Service found them lost at sea off the Tweed Heads coast.
See how you can help us take off
Your donation can help support the operation of the Service.

Karibener
Crucial to the rescue effort as the helicopter itself.

Defibrillator Pads
These jump start the heart of their patients, giving them a second chance to live.

Medical oxygen
Provides the patient with 1 month's supply of oxygen.

Rescue wetsuit
Keeps rescue team warm and allows other team members to identify them easily.