Welcome to

Pukehina Surf Rescue

We exist to prevent drowning and injury at Pukehina Beach. We are here to protect our community any time of day. Call 111 immediately in the event of an emergency.

Stay safe and remember to swim between the flags.

PATROL INFO

LIFEGUARDS

JUNIOR SURF

Register for the Pukehina Surf Rescue Fun Run

Saturday 21 November 2026

Different distances for everyone! Costumes encouraged!

Find out more

Remember to always swim between the patrol flags.

In an emergency, dial 111.

FINALISTS

Jayden Harris: U19 Lifeguard of the Year
Ashton Rutland: Rookie Lifeguard of the Year
Mark O'Leary: DHL Lifeguard of the Year
Mel Dwane: NZ Lottery Grants Board Volunteer of the Year

Pukehina SR: Overall Club of the Year

WINNERS

Alan Craig: Coaches Commitment Award

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Volunteer

Pukehina Surf Rescue is always interested in hearing from people wanting to volunteer. We welcome all enquiries: admin@pukehinasurfrescue.co.nz

Volunteer Lifeguard

Our volunteer lifeguards are committed to protecting our beach from drowning and injury. We have four rostered patrol teams over summer. Contact our lifeguard officer for more information: lifeguard@pukehinasurfrescue.co.nz

Junior Surf

Our Junior Surf programme for 4-13 year olds builds water confidence, surf safety awareness and technical abilities in the surf. For all general enquiries: admin@pukehinasurfrescue.co.nz