Monday, 23 January 2006, 11:08 am Press Release: Canterbury DHB
Condition Of Australian Climber From Mt Cook
Mark
Hateley, the climber, who was airlifted off Mt Cook and
transported to Christchurch Hospital by Westpac Rescue
helicopter, remains in a serious but stable condition
today.
Mark’s parents, Shirley and Russel Hateley, wish to
convey their thanks to everyone involved in Mark’s rescue -
his climbing companions, other climbers on the mountain who
radioed for assistance, those involved in the rescue itself
and all hospital staff involved in his care.
The family
have requested that the media respect their wish for privacy
at this
time.
Canterbury District Health Board (CDHB) is a Christchurch, New Zealand based hospital and healthcare provider for the
Canterbury region of New Zealand. Our region extends from Kekerengu in the North, to Rangitata in the South and Arthurs Pass in the West and comprises the six Territorial Local Authorities of Kaikoura, Hurunui, Waimakariri, Christchurch City, Selwyn and Ashburton.
We collaborate with other health and disability organisations, stakeholders and our community to decide what health and disability services are needed and how to best use the funding we receive from Government to improve, promote and protect the health, wellbeing and independence of our population.
At the Canterbury DHB, our vision is to improve the health and wellbeing of people living in Canterbury.