Each year, thousands of people need to be rescued in New Zealand’s unforgiving outdoors. Some searches are successful, some not. But behind each is an incredible story of courage.
Search & Rescue NZ
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Podcast Overview
Each year, thousands of people need to be rescued in New Zealand’s unforgiving outdoors. Some searches are successful, some not. But behind each is an incredible story of courage.
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9/25/2025
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Recent Episodes
November 5, 2025
The Toll
<p>The public can often view rescuers as heroes who are just doing a job. But years of attending rescues, accidents, or the tragic retrieval of bodies, can have a devasting effect on both volunteers or emergency service workers. </p><p>Content warning: this series contains graphic descriptions of rescues and fatalities, as well as some strong language. If unsettling personal stories affect you, please take care while listening.<br/><br/>Thanks to the <a href="https://www.landsar.org.nz/">LandSAR</a> volunteers who shared their stories.</p><p>Archive recordings supplied thanks to <a href="https://www.ngataonga.org.nz/">Ngā Tāonga Sound and Vision</a></p><p><a href="https://www.rnz.co.nz/podcast/search-and-rescue-nz?share=4bbab038-2b9a-46b5-a1dc-07eb78489b73">Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details</a></p>
November 3, 2025
A Step Too Far
<p>Experienced canyoners Dave Vass and Annette Phillips were out doing the ultimate outdoor activity when adventure turned into accident in a little explored canyon, leaving them with difficult decisions to make. </p><p>Content warning: this series contains graphic descriptions of rescues and fatalities, as well as some strong language. If unsettling personal stories affect you, please take care while listening.<br/><br/>Thanks to the <a href="https://www.landsar.org.nz/">LandSAR</a> volunteers who shared their stories.</p><p>Archive recordings supplied thanks to <a href="https://www.ngataonga.org.nz/">Ngā Tāonga Sound and Vision</a></p><p><a href="https://www.rnz.co.nz/podcast/search-and-rescue-nz?share=9ea82131-3efc-4894-8281-c9e15b8eb5e2">Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details</a></p>
October 29, 2025
Accidents Do Happen
<p>The increase of social media has seen many walkers, often overseas visitors, attracted to places beyond their experience or ability. Mount Brewster in Mount Aspiring National Park now has up to ten rescues a year as hundreds flock there to take a selfie, but sometimes even this poses a risk. </p><p>Thanks to the <a href="https://www.landsar.org.nz/">LandSAR</a> volunteers who shared their stories.</p><p><a href="https://www.rnz.co.nz/podcast/search-and-rescue-nz?share=8487e33b-f5c3-49b5-8941-842bf5821cdb">Go to this episode on rnz.co.nz for more details</a></p>
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