Wellington is home to the only free ambulance service in the Southern Hemisphere. On an average day Wellington Free Ambulance Service has a call-out every eight minutes. From routine transportation of patients, to life and death trauma, this documentary follows one group of officers during their shift at Ambulance Headquarters.

In an occupation that can be incredibly stressful as well as hugely rewarding, this documentary gives a unique behind-the-scenes look at what it means to be an ambulance officer and the personal toll as well as the satisfaction of being able to make a difference.