Robomate Gives Back: Supporting Northland's Emergency Heroes with Smart Lawn Care

When every minute counts in emergency response, the last thing our frontline heroes should worry about is lawn maintenance. That's why Robomate, New Zealand's leading home robotics company, stepped up in April 2025 to support the vital work of the Northland Emergency Services Trust (NEST) with a generous donation of their advanced Luba robot mower.

Keeping Heroes Focused on What Matters Most

The Northland Emergency Services Trust operates as a crucial emergency air rescue service in Whangārei, providing life-saving helicopter services to the people of Northland. As a non-profit registered charity funded by local sponsors, individuals, families, businesses and organisations, NEST has carried over 30,000 people to safety.

With such critical community responsibilities, maintaining the grounds around their base facility represents valuable time that could be better spent on their core mission. Robomate's robot mower donation addresses this practical need while demonstrating how technology can support our emergency services.

A Partnership Built on Community Values

Since 2018, Robomate has established itself as New Zealand's #1 home robotics company, specializing in robot mowers, vacuums, and more. The company's mission of giving people "more time for life" aligns perfectly with NEST's need to focus their valuable time and resources on emergency response rather than routine maintenance tasks.

This donation reflects Robomate's commitment to supporting local community organizations that make a real difference. By providing their cutting-edge Luba robot mower technology, Robomate ensures that NEST's grounds remain professionally maintained while freeing up staff time and resources for their life-saving work.

"As someone who has tried (not via helicopter 🚁), I can tell you that it takes a very special person to sustain working EMS and sadly it's massively under rewarded in this country. It truly is a calling, not a career, and the people who do it deserve all of our support and appreciation!" says Lachlan Murray, CEO of Robomate.

The initiative and execution of this meaningful donation was spearheaded by Peter Butler, Robomate's Robot Solutions Specialist for the Northland region, who recognized the opportunity to support this vital local organization.

Technology Serving the Community

The donated Luba robot mower will autonomously maintain the lawns around NEST's facilities, operating efficiently and quietly requiring minimal manual intervention. This advanced robotic technology represents more than just convenience – it's about supporting the operational efficiency of an organization that literally saves lives every day.

With NEST's base in Whangārei city housing not just their emergency response team but also the experts who maintain their fleet of Sikorsky S-76 emergency rescue helicopters, every efficiency gain helps the organization focus on their critical mission.

Looking Forward

This partnership between Robomate and NEST exemplifies how local businesses can make meaningful contributions to essential community services. It's a reminder that supporting our emergency services doesn't always require grand gestures – sometimes it's about addressing practical needs that allow these dedicated professionals to focus entirely on protecting and serving our communities.

As NEST continues their vital work keeping Northland safe, they can count on one less thing to worry about – their lawns will be perfectly maintained, thanks to the innovative spirit and community commitment of Robomate.

To learn more about supporting NEST's work in your community, visit nest.org.nz. For information about Robomate's range of home robotics solutions, visit robomate.co.nz.