Award for Tongariro Search and Rescue hero who put his life on the line

Laurilee McMichael
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Editor·Taupo & Turangi Weekender·
9 mins to read
Award for Tongariro Search and Rescue hero who put his life on the line
Award for Tongariro Search and Rescue hero who put his life on the line

Turangi-based guide Terry Blumhardt, who put his life on the line in 2016 to rescue two teens trapped on Mt Tongariro, has received a special Search and Rescue award for his efforts. He talks to Taupō & Tūrangi Weekender editor Laurilee McMichael about the events of that day.

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