16 May, 2025
Caring for those who care When Hato Hone St John emergency medical technician Anita Smart, pictured, gets behind the wheel of Katikati’s new ambulance, she is equipped
with the safest service vehicle that her organisation has on offer to date. On May 6, St John’s Katikati Ambulance Station held a dedication ceremony
at the beach
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for its new Gen 4 ambulance, which offers a new, higher level of safety for both St John staff and their patients. The gift – touted as a gift for everyone in
the community – was funded by the We Care Community Trust. “I personally feel this is a community need and the St John works really hard and they
need new ambulances to do their work and provide their service to the community,” said Trust founder Raji Singh. Read more on page 5. Photo / Merle Cave