Doctors

	Waimauku Medical Centre - Telephone: 411-8094
	Huapai Village Medical Centre - telephone: 412-9133
	Country Medical Centre - Kumeu - Telephone: 412-8722
	Kumeu Village Medical Centre - Telephone: 412-8446
	most have after hours telephone numbers.

Urgent Medical Assistance

Telephone 111 and the St John Ambulance will dispatch medical assistance.  Muriwai has its own group of EMU personnel, and the 111 service will alert these especially trained people to help.

	In the event of Fire - call 111.  The Fire Service will call out the nearest Fire Service Crew.
	Muriwai has its own group of Fire personnel - and the Emergency 111 service will alert these trained firefighters to help.

Muriwai falls under the umbrella of the Rodney District Council (RDC) Rural Fire District - and owing to the type of environment, and the proximity of the Woodhill State Forest - there are strictly enforced rules pertaining to the lighting of all fires in the open.  Please check with any member of the Muriwai Rural Fire Force - the Woodhill Forest Office - or the Rodney District Council offices at Huapai before lighting any fires.

The beach and coastline is a typical west coast environment - which requires special care and due respect - seek advice before driving on the beach.

	Its an exciting pastime - ensure you make yourself aware of the conditions before entering the water - don't take it for granted.
	Muriwai Surf Club and Lifeguards provide an excellent service, members patrol the beach during the summer period - and can be easily recognized by their distinctive clothing
	ALWAYS swim between the flags.

	From the beach or rocks is a great way to relax and is mostly accessible.  Check with other fishers before you try your hand at it.
	There are different and inherent dangers in fishing the west coast surf beaches - ask the local Fishing Club for safety tips and techniques required for a successful fishing experience.

This information is provided for your interest and safety by the Muriwai Lodge Store and Wuz's Restaurant and Cafe - Ph: (09) 411-8264.