Meet Elaina

Ten years ago, a life was saved by the heroic efforts of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service. In a moment of tragedy, this service provided a second chance, offering hope where there seemed to be none. However, this milestone is bittersweet. While Elaina was rescued, her beloved sister Elle was lost in the crash—a loss that remains deeply felt by all who knew her.

As Elaina marks this solemn anniversary, she is launching a fundraising campaign with the goal of raising $100,000. This is not just about honoring the past—it is about securing the future of this vital service for our community. 

The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service is a lifeline, ensuring that when emergencies strike help is just a call away. Without generous support from people like you, this essential service could not continue to operate at full capacity.

Every dollar raised will go directly toward funding the Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service, helping to provide critical emergency response and life-saving interventions when they are needed most. Your support will not only keep this service available for others in times of crisis, but it will also serve as a tribute to a sister whose memory continues to inspire strength, hope, kindness and resilience.

With strong aspirations to fly the chopper herself one day, Elaina invites you to join her in this solo mission. Whether through a donation, a fundraising initiative, or simply by spreading the word, every effort brings us closer to ensuring that this life-saving service remains available for years to come and who knows - maybe one day she'll be flying to help you or someone you know.

In the words of Elle, may the butterflies sprinkle their love and happiness all over the world.