Safety video released for Roberts Point Track following multiple rescues

Tuesday 1 September 2026 · 2 outlets · 2 reports · updated Tue 1 Sep, 11:50am

In this story Department of Conservation, New Zealand Mountain Safety Council

A new safety video has been released for the Roberts Point Track in Westland to warn hikers of potential hazards. The track has seen 27 rescues since 2013 and three fatalities between 2011 and 2012. The video encourages people to check conditions before hiking.

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First reported by NZ Herald, Tue 1 Sep, 10:09am · 2 reports from 2 outlets over 2 hours

NZ HeraldTue 1 Sep, 10:09am

Roberts Point Track safety video highlights hazards after 27 rescues since 2013 (opens in new tab)
The PressTue 1 Sep, 11:50am

Warning issued for rescue-prone track with Franz Josef Glacier views (opens in new tab)