Chaz Gibbons-Campbell
Chaz Gibbons-Campbell is the surf lifesaving manager for the Eastern Region in New Zealand, credited with significantly improving beach safety through increased preventive actions by lifeguards. Under his guidance, Bay of Plenty lifeguards performed over 4,650 preventive actions, helping more than 380,000 people during the 2024/25 patrol season. His leadership has contributed to a 42% decrease in water rescues in the region, showcasing the effectiveness of proactive safety measures and community education.
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Chaz Gibbons-Campbell described how lifeguards assisted with initial search efforts.
Mount Maunganui landslide: Were warnings missed? A timeline of who knew what and when
New Zealand· 2026-01-26
Surf Life Saving NZ eastern region lifesaving manager Chaz Gibbons-Campbell said patrols on 'most' beaches in the Coromandel and Bay of Plenty would begin this weekend.
Labour Day weekend: Tauranga Arts Festival set to draw thousands to cityNew Zealand· 2025-10-22
Chaz Gibbons-Campbell said Bay of Plenty lifeguards helped more than 380,020 people stay out of trouble.
On The Up: Bay of Plenty lifeguards credited for sharp drop in beach rescuesNew Zealand· 2025-05-10
Chaz Gibbons-Campbell said Bay of Plenty lifeguards helped more than 380,020 people stay out of trouble.
On The Up: Bay of Plenty lifeguards credited for sharp drop in beach rescuesNew Zealand· 2025-05-10