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flag Westpac Rescue Helicopter spent 40% of fundraising on events to support 24/7 emergency missions in northern NSW.

flag The Westpac Rescue Helicopter Service says it spent 40% of its $16.9 million 2023-24 fundraising on events like the Hunter Rescue Ball, defending the expense as necessary to sustain its 24/7 emergency operations across northern NSW. flag While higher than similar charities, the service says events cover their own costs and fund critical needs including equipment, training, and facility upgrades. flag It receives $42 million annually from NSW Ambulance and relies on community fundraising for about 29% of its $59 million budget. flag Despite whistleblower allegations of workplace misconduct, the organization denies systemic cultural issues, states its finances are independently audited, and highlights over 1,595 missions flown in the past year.

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