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The Independent UK
The Independent UK
National
Charlotte Graham-McLay

Hiker's dog lost in a wild New Zealand forest rescued by helicopter after strangers fund search

New Zealand Dog Rescue - (Precision Helicopters Ltd)

When a hiker fell from a 55-meter (180-foot) waterfall in wild New Zealand bush, rescuers were forced to evacuate the badly hurt woman without her dog, which couldn't be found. After strangers raised thousands of dollars for a search, border collie Molly was flown to safety by a helicopter pilot who was determined to reunite pet and owner.

A week earlier, an emergency rescue helicopter found the woman with bruises and lacerations after a fall at a rocky spot at the waterfall on the South Island’s West Coast. She was airlifted on March 24 but they were forced to leave without her pet.

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