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Rescue helicopter makes Newport school visit

Students at Newport Gardens Primary School got a thrill when the Westpac Lifesaver Rescue Helicopter Service (WLRHS) landed on Tuesday 2 December. Helicopter crew members delivered vital water safety education to the students during the visit which also showcased the lifesaving service’s critical role in…

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