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‘Fabric of Western Australia’: Recognising service to community takes a ‘family in green’
Recognising service to community takes a ‘family in green’
International Nurses Day: Meet the rockstar RN of St John Health
From patient to paramedic: How a life-changing accident put Jana Biddle on a new path
Mid West ambulances get state-of-the-art 5G communication upgrades
St John WA launches lifesaving first aid toolkit for tradies
Anzac Day: Meet the paramedics balancing service to humanity with service to country
Volunteering spirit burns bright as Williams ambulance service marks 60 years
WA bystander CPR rates in Local Government Areas lead the nation
Women in Ambulance Award winners celebrated for service to St John WA
Smiles for miles at the first recognition ceremony of the year. Recognition ceremonies acknowledge operational...
Welcome to the team! Eight new Operational Support Officers have commenced working in our State...
Anyone can be a Triple Zero (000) hero! Check out Maisy and Lenny who jumped...
Near, far, wherever you are, the team in green are here. The team covers more...
It's International Nurses Day and what better way to celebrate than sharing the story of...
Happy Mother’s Day to all the mothers and mother figures out there. We know we're...
This #InternationalNursesDay we're taking time to celebrate the students who will go on to serve...
The celebrations started early at St John Health Cannington and Osborne Park, in the lead...
It's a long road from patient to paramedic, but Jana Biddle is well on her...
It's National Road Safety Week and St John WA, along with our friends @roadsafetycommission_wa, @wa_police,...
Did you know that St John WA is the world's largest ambulance service by geographic...
A bolt out of the blue in Yalgoo. ⚡ How's this ripper shot by Community...
Thank you to all the administration staff across our great State, working tirelessly to support...
Way to make us jealous, Tash! Tash and John from St John WA - Geraldton...
This World Day for Safety and Health at Work, St John WA launched a free...
Cracking job Carnarvon! St John WA - Carnarvon teamed up with Marine Rescue Carnarvon, Dr...
One team, one dream. #teamworkmakesthedreamwork
Six decades of memories made, friendships forged and lives saved. Last week, vollies past and...
The Event Health Services (EHS) team were looking paws-itively fetching at the weekend after enjoying...
Wade Hunter has been playing footy in Northam for more than 32 years, even after...
This year marks two decades since the class of 2004 officially joined the St John...
Nothing beats a Pilbara sunrise 🤩. Thanks to Sarah from the St John WA -...
Not all volunteer roles require you to get out and about in greens. We have...
A brand new defibrillator and weather-proof cabinet has been donated to Doon Doon Roadhouse. The...
Last year’s Total Solar Eclipse was a once in a life time event for many,...
Our thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by the devastating attack in Bondi...
It's Auslan Day and the perfect time to announce our partnership with deaf-owned and operated...
Congratulations to our Ambulance Transport Officers who have now commenced on-road duties. 🚑 If you...
Today we remember and honour the service and sacrifice of those who have served our nation. We acknowledge those who are no longer with us, those who came home changed by their experience, and those who continue to serve. We remember their bravery and struggles, and for those who gave the ultimate sacrifice, ‘At the going down of the sun and in the morning. We will remember them’. https://brnw.ch/21wJ9dv
Event Health Services (EHS) met a fan who was paws-itively obsessed with the green team over the weekend. 🐶 The perky pup certainly wasn't barking up the wrong tree as the team are always happy to meet all members of the community while on shift. Puppy cuddles are just one of the many perks of being a member of the EHS team. Check out the rest ➡️https://stjohnwa.com.au/changelives/volunteer/metro/event-health-officer
A Northam footy legend is gearing up for his history-making 450th game this season thanks to life saving first aid. Wade Hunter went from playing footy to fighting for his life when he went into sudden cardiac arrest during a game in 2023. Thanks to the quick actions of those around him he's now back in action, kicking goals both on and off the field. Learn more about his remarkable survival here: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/northam-footy-legend-back-in-the-game-after-sudden-cardiac-arrest/
This year marks two decades since the class of 2004 officially joined the St John WA team A lot of things have changed since then, but for these 16 legends, wearing green isn't one of them. From namesake newborns to long-term friendships, the team shared their highs and lows during their time at SJWA. https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/20-years-in-green-the-highs-the-lows-and-the-in-between/ Thank you to the legends who made this story possible and the remaining '04 cohort for their continued service to the community during the past 20 years 💚
Meet Bob from St John WA - Kalbarri. Brilliant Bob supports the Sub Centre by looking after things behind the scenes. From general ambulance maintenance and dropping off and picking up vans for services/repairs, to maintaining the community defibrillators around town, Bob is always happy to help out with whatever he can. Not all volunteers are on-road, but all volunteers are so important. 💚 Check out the original post and show Bob some love. https://www.facebook.com/481805647325941/posts/836606318512537
A brand new defibrillator and weather-proof cabinet has been donated to Doon Doon Roadhouse. The life-saving equipment, publicly accessible 24/7, has been donated by St John WA thanks to generous support from the public and partners. Thank you to community paramedics Simon and Cian of St John WA - Wyndham for helping to organise this vital device for the community.
St John WA - Carnarvon had a brilliant time attending Jamba Nyinayi Festival in Coral Bay alongside representatives from St John WA - Dawesville and Perth metro over the weekend. The inaugural Jamba Nyinayi Festival was launched as part of the Total Solar Eclipse in 2023 and saw a staggering 1,500+ in attendance, meaning it just had to be on the calendar for 2024. It's a unique opportunity for the Baiyungu community to invite people of all cultures, communities and nationalities to “come together” and experience indigenous arts and culture. It's something we're proud to be a part of. 💚 Learn more about the festival ⬇️ and perhaps we'll see you there in 2025. https://jnfestival.com.au/
Our thoughts are with everyone who has been affected by the devastating attack in Bondi over the weekend, and our deepest sympathies go to the family and friends of the victims and injured. Our hearts are with NSW Ambulance, NSW Police Force, bystanders, staff, and shoppers who showed incredible bravery when faced with the unimaginable. This incident has impacted the nation and we encourage anyone in distress to please seek help. Lifeline is available 24/7 on 13 11 14. Please seek help if needed.
St John WA is proud to partner with Convo Australia. We've been working together to ensure ALL members of the WA community have access to our vital service, and look forward to seeing the impact the partnership will have on pre-hospital care in WA. Learn more https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/st-john-wa-launches-australia-first-auslan-interpreting-service/
Today is Auslan Day and we've got some exciting news to share. St John WA is proud to be the first emergency service in Australia to provide Auslan interpreting services for deaf and hard of hearing patients and their families, via our partnership with Convo Australia. CONVO Australia allows ambulance crews and St John WA Health Centres to access certified interpreters in real-time via video call, allowing for better care of patients and their needs whether it's an emergency or general appointment. Learn more about the partnership and how it is helping St John WA to serve all members of the WA community ⬇️ https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/st-john-wa-launches-australia-first-auslan-interpreting-service/ #auslanday #deaflife #auslan
Chick this out! 🐣 A good old fashioned Easter bonnet competition is exactly what the team needed after working the Easter long weekend last week. We think they did an egg-ceptional job of celebrating while serving the WA community.
Meet Peter Geraghty, an unsung hero in the St John WA family, and recently named finalist for the RAC WA Volunteer of the Year award. This legend's been a rock for the St John WA - Kununoppin Sub Centre for a whopping 43 years. Serving as a volunteer ambulance officer and a respected committee member, Peter’s lifelong commitment to rural healthcare in the Wheatbelt is unmatched. He’s been described as someone who shies away from the limelight, preferring to let others shine. That's just the kind of guy he is — selfless, generous, and humble. But this kind of dedication deserves recognition. Hats off to you, Peter. Join us in congratulating Peter in the comments – whether he likes it or not! 👏💚 St John WA - Kununoppin Volunteering WA RAC WA
Time flies when you're saving lives. 🚑 It's been 22 years since the induction class of 2002 joined the team. During that time they've formed life-long friendships and shared some truly unique experiences. One thing that hasn't changed is their dedication to the people of WA, with 11 members of the group still serving as paramedics more than two decades on. See what they had to say about being a paramedic for more than two decades ⬇️.
Here's an oldie but a goodie. Take a look at this reminder of how to give way to an ambulance. Following these simple tips will help us help those in need. 🚑
St John Urgent Care is open this long weekend. The team treat a range of non-life threatening injuries or illnesses on a walk-in basis, for when it's urgent but not an emergency. Our state-of-the-art, purpose built facilities across Perth have been established to handle a range of issues, common treatments include:🦴Sprains or broken bones🩺 X-rays🪡 Stitches & glue for cuts🐜 Insect bites👂🏻Minor eye & ear problems😰 Minor burnsCheck out our opening hours here: https://brnw.ch/21wIm3D
Stay safe this Easter long weekend, especially on our roads. Take regular breaks, make smart decisions before getting behind the wheel, and remember - you, too can save a life. Doing our free 15 minute online course before heading on your long weekend adventure could make all the difference.
