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Saving lives is in St John WA’s blood
From Queensland to WA: A paramedic’s journey of finding balance and purpose
St John WA Great Southern volunteers gather to connect and learn
Warnkarunku Day 2025: Northern Goldfields event makes preventative health fun
Event Heath Services volunteers save father-of-five at local fun run
St John WA showcases career pathways at Perth Careers Expo
Introducing Clinical Practice Radio (CPR): Streaming new voices in evidence based clinical care
St John WA scholarships awarded as part of National Reconciliation Week
Dedicated young Lancelin volunteer wins major WA award
Meet the St John WA volunteer hooked on helping the Shark Bay community
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What a day! 💚 Our teams hit the Northern Goldfields last week where more than...
“These two little girls wouldn’t have me unless you’d restarted my heart." Paul Jolly was...
Teamwork 🙌 You might recognise this as the iconic Bald Head Walk Trail in Albany....
“Just get into it.” 💚 Meet Bree - nurse, mentor, Lancelin local and St John...
Meet Alana 🦈 Originally from New Zealand, she’s devoted 30-40 hours per week to ensuring...
“Brian epitomises compassion, leadership, knowledge and skills – he has the biggest heart. All he...
St John WA volunteers come from all walks of life but have one thing in...
We'd like to say a huge congratulations to our incredible volunteers Brian Gallop and Bree...
@careers_expo_perth - let’s go! Thinking about a career with St John WA? We’re at the...
New information and support guides are now available for bystanders and loved ones after an...
The celebration of our nurses continues! 🎉 Congratulations to the seven winners of St John...
This International Nurses Day we want to give a big shout out to all of...
With Mother's Day approaching we'd like you to meet Kirsten and Jana - the mother-daughter...
What an incredible turnout for the Festival of Triathlon in #Busselton! 🏊🏃🚲 St John Event...
Do you know how to help someone experiencing an asthma attack? Perhaps you have asthma...
When you've spent over a decade committed to helping others, the instinct to step in...
Good morning from Eucla 🌈 Thanks to our volunteer Jenny for sharing this photo with...
Three St John WA volunteers are finalists in the WA Volunteer of the Year awards!...
This ANZAC Day we pause to remember and honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of...
Today marks an incredible 90 years of the St John WA Harvey Sub Centre. Enjoy...
Meet Ho Tin Lee. Originally from Hong Kong, he's a local teacher in the Goldfields...
New defibrillators for #Waroona ⚡ Five new automated external defibrillators (AEDs) have been installed around...
The Easter break is nearly here! 🐰 If you’re heading out into our great state,...
Our Snake Bite Bandage with built-in tension indicator helps you apply the right pressure when...
“The opportunity to learn under the mentorship of such kind and knowledgeable nurses and doctors...
St John WA is bringing the next season of Paramedics to WA! 🎬 This will...
Hey, did you know it's Auslan Day? The first Auslan (Australian Sign Language) dictionary was...
We honoured 38 incredible members of the St John WA community at the 2025 Investiture...
Congratulations to our latest group of Ambulance Transport Officers who successfully completed their training last...
St John WA’s Youth, Community and Engagement team is thrilled to deliver our First Aid...
“He always goes above the call of duty. I can’t speak more highly of him."...
This month, 35 St John WA team members ventured to Hobart to participate in the...
Our Patient Transfer crews are out on the road today, and every day 💚 St...
It should have been just another footy game for Northam local and father, Wade Hunter....
Defibrillators can save lives and St John WA's network of Automated External Defibrillators (AED) is...
“You probably said over 100 times, just tell my family that I love them.” Detective...
This year's Perth Caravan and Camping Show starts today at the Claremont Showgrounds ⛺ Come...
Last night saw the launch of our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). The Innovate RAP...
Our latest paramedic interns have hit the road! 🚑 Congratulations and good luck. We can't...
Thank you to Channel 7 Telethon Trust for the $79,768 grant to deliver first aid...
Harrison interviews our Group CEO, Kevin Brown - round three! 🎤 In our final video,...
APES Games, are you ready for us? 🚑 Thirty-five St John WA team members are...
“I always wondered what would happen if I ever needed a defibrillator. Well now I...
Meet the latest group of Communications Officers to join us here at St John WA...
It's International Women's Day and today we're celebrating the outstanding women of St John WA....
Our Event Health Service volunteers took part in a multiagency training exercise with North Cottesloe...
Harrison interviews our Group CEO, Kevin Brown - round two! 🎤 In this week's reel,...
Today St John WA team members and loved ones gathered by our new memorial garden...
It may be a public holiday on Monday, but our Urgent Care Centres are still...
Aspiring paramedic and Minecraft expert, six-year-old Harrison, is back and posing the big questions to...
We love a bloody good competition here at St John WA! Australian Red Cross Lifeblood has launched its annual Emergency Services Blood Drive, where emergency services agencies compete to give the most blood donations. Can we top the Drive's donation tally for the eighth year running? 💪 Read more: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/saving-lives-is-in-st-john-was-blood/
“I’ve travelled to most of Australia’s states over the years, and WA has some of the most beautiful scenery I’ve ever seen – particularly the white sandy beaches and clear blue water.” Meet Lauren, a paramedic who relocated to Western Australia after training and working in Queensland. Originally from WA, she felt the pull to return to her home state to spend more time with family and give back to her community. And now she's working with us here at St John WA. 🚑 We're so glad to have you on the team, Lauren! Read her story: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/from-queensland-to-wa-a-paramedics-journey-of-finding-balance-and-purpose/
What a day! 💚 🩹🌞 Our teams hit the Northern Goldfields last week where more than 100 young people gathered in Leonora for a hands-on day of health, hygiene, wellbeing and first aid. The name ‘Warnkarunku’ was given to the event by local Elder Cheryl Cotterill, which means ‘good health, good healing’. A collaboration between St John WA and the Shire of Leonora, we worked with local partners, schools and sponsors to bring the day together - and we are now keen to expand this to other communities: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/warnkarunku-day-2025-northern-goldfields-event-makes-preventative-health-fun/
“These two little girls wouldn’t have me unless you’d restarted my heart." Paul Jolly was just metres from the finish line of a fun run when his heart stopped. The 59-year-old dad collapsed during the final stretch of the race, suffering a cardiac arrest. But thanks to quick action from the St John WA Event Health Services Team, he survived. On Friday, Paul was reunited with the team.
“Whether it’s driving hours to another town for rural footy, umpiring games, putting out neighbours’ fires or helping cook the Saturday night barbecues in the boarding house, volunteering becomes second nature." - Jack Hallam, Hale boarding student. We would like to thank Hale School's boarding students for raising an incredible $10,000 to help rural and remote communities increase their emergency response, particularly in the event of sudden cardiac arrest, through their farmers' market at the school. 👏 Read more: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/hale-schools-community-spirit-raises-funds-to-help-save-rural-farming-lives/
"When we support one student, we’re uplifting entire families, empowering cultural pride, and planting seeds of change that grow across generations." Four Edith Cowan University (ECU) students have received St John WA Memorial Scholarships as part of our commitment to reconciliation. The scholarship is open to Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander students undertaking an eligible health sciences degree at ECU. They were awarded as our teams got together to watch today's Reconciliation WA’s Breakfast held in Walyalup (Fremantle). Read more:
Teamwork 🙌 You might recognise this as the iconic Bald Head Walk Trail in Albany. Despite being as prepared as possible, a woman from a hiking group had to be rescued after falling in tough terrain. This photo shows the tricky but rewarding rescue effort our St John WA - Great Southern teams supported with alongside Albany Volunteer State Emergency Service, Denmark State Emergency Services - SES, Mount Barker SES, Parks and Wildlife Service, Western Australia. Amazing work, everyone. Photo credit: Albany SES
This week has been all about our vollies. From bingo nights and BBQs, to hand-delivered treats and drive-through breakfasts, we've been celebrating! 🥳 We've been loving seeing the celebrations across the state this National Volunteer Week - and there's still more to come. No matter what team you are part of, thank you for all you do here at St John WA. Got a photo of your event or want to say share a message of thanks? Post in the comments below👇
Meet Bree - nurse, mentor, Lancelin local and St John WA - Lancelin volunteer. Her passion and dedication to the health and safety of the Lancelin community she calls home has won her Volunteering WA's WA Young Volunteer of the Year. We couldn't be more proud to have her as part of the team. The West Australian spoke to Bree to learn more about what her drives her and why getting into volunteering is the best thing you can do 💚
“Brian epitomises compassion, leadership, knowledge and skills – he has the biggest heart. All he does is for everyone else.” Brian Gallop never intended to become a St John WA volunteer - but after helping out in the Goldfields back in 1998, he became hooked. He's now devoted nearly 30 years of service to emergency response, volunteer training, fundraising and community outreach all over Western Australia. This National Volunteer Week, meet WA's Volunteer of the Year 💚
St John WA volunteers come from all walks of life but have one thing in common — their dedication to a safer Western Australia. Thank you to all our volunteers, their friends and their families. You give up so much to make our communities happier, more resilient, and better prepared. This National Volunteer Week, we’re giving it up for you. If you’re not a volunteer but are interested in volunteering with St John WA, join us: https://www.stjohnwa.com.au/changelives/volunteer #NVW2025 Volunteering Australia
We'd like to say a huge congratulations to our incredible volunteers Brian Gallop and Bree Del Borrello who took home the prestigious 'Volunteer of the Year' and 'Young Volunteer of the Year' awards at the WA Volunteer of the Year Awards last night. We couldn't be more proud to have these two as part of our team 🎉 💚 Read more: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/st-john-wa-volunteers-win-prestigious-awards/ Volunteering WA St John WA - Lancelin St John WA - Goldfields
New information and support guides are now available for bystanders and loved ones after an emergency 🚨 This paramedic-led initiative provides guidance, support and practical information on coping with grief and navigating the aftermath of a traumatic event. Thank you to everyone involved in the creation of this important guide. They have now been delivered to St John WA stations and sub centres across Western Australia. Learn more: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/paramedic-led-initiative-to-support-the-wa-public/
The celebration of our nurses continues! 🎉 Congratulations to the seven winners of St John Health’s Nurse of the Year Awards – Grace Gawlu, Krystal Malone, Pippa Chard, Rose Ann Richards, Helen Gillon, Kerry Bruhn and Adrianna Cicchini (pictured). Each of these nurses always takes on challenges with enthusiasm and determination to get the very best for their patients. You can meet our great nurses at the six St John Health Urgent Care locations across Perth metro: https://stjohnhealth.com.au/
This International Nurses Day we want to give a big shout out to all of the incredible nurses across WA! One of those nurses is Nina Harris. A volunteer with St John WA for 12 years, Nina is Chairperson of our Kent Sub Centre, a Volunteer Development Officer and an Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) - alongside being a nurse at a local GP in Katanning. Despite balancing busy family and farming life with work and volunteering, Nina's inspiring other volunteers to follow her path to becoming a nurse too. We're so proud to have her as part of the team. 💚 St John WA - Kent St John WA - Katanning St John WA - Great Southern
With Mother's Day approaching we'd like you to meet Kirsten and Jana - the mother-daughter duo dedicated to their roles at St John WA 💚 After surviving a life-changing car accident at 18, Jana was inspired to become a paramedic and is now in her final year of training. Her mum, Kirsten, is a volunteer with our Community Transport Service. Though busy schedules can keep them apart, their support for each other never stops – whether it’s a hug at work, a chat after a tough day, or training for triathlons together! It's clear their love and close bond will keep them motivated and supported at every stage of their lives. Read their story: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/meet-the-mother-daughter-duo-committed-to-caring-for-others/
What an incredible turnout for the Busselton Festival of Triathlon! 🏊🏃🚲 St John Event Health Service (EHS) officers were on site to provide first aid support for more than 2300 competitors and 5000 spectators. It also marked a key event for our new South West EHS Division, based in Busselton. Competitors (and our EHS team) faced challenging conditions, including a rough sea, squally winds, and heavy showers, but they came through with some strong times and were supported with first-class first aid services – thanks to the great EHS crew onsite. Congratulations to all competitors, their support crews, and Triathlon Western Australia. We were proud to be part of it! Triathlon photos: Clip Media and Busselton Festival of Triathlon.
Do you know how to help someone experiencing an asthma attack? Perhaps you have asthma and want your friends and family to know the right steps? This World Asthma Day we want to spread the word. Check out our asthma first aid advice and share with your loved ones: https://www.stjohnwa.com.au/online-resources/first-aid-information-and-resources/asthma-attack
When you've spent over a decade committed to helping others, the instinct to step in never really fades. St John WA volunteer Philip Groom was in his local cafe when he noticed a man slumped at a table nearby. With a tonne of volunteer experience, across Event Health Services and now, our Community Transport Service, Philip jumped into action - checking the man's breathing and pulse and keeping him stable until help arrived. 💚 Read more: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/volunteer-always-on-duty/
Kelmscott Football Club now has two new St John First Aid kits on hand to help keep their teams safe and ready to play. Club President Robbie Turner and players were presented with the kits earlier this week, made possible through the generous support of St John WA donors. Good luck for the rest of the season! 🏆
Three St John WA volunteers are finalists in the WA Volunteer of the Year awards! 🎉 Brian Gallop, Bree Del Borrello and Nicole Kelly are all finalists in this annual celebration of Western Australia's dedicated community of volunteers. Congratulations to all St John WA nominees and good luck to our finalists! Winners will be announced on May 15. Read more: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/volunteers-shine-as-finalists-in-2025-wa-volunteer-of-the-year-awards/ Volunteering WA
This ANZAC Day we pause to remember and honour the courage, sacrifice, and service of all Australians and New Zealanders who have served in wars and conflicts — past and present. St John WA proudly maintains ongoing ties with our colleagues in the Australian Defence Force, with several of our own serving as members. Lest We Forget.
Today marks an incredible 90 years of the St John WA - Harvey Sub Centre. Enjoy these photos summing up the team's remarkable legacy. The vehicles and uniforms may look different, but the commitment to the community of Harvey hasn't changed since 1935. Thank you to everyone who has been a part of it. 🎉
New defibrillators for Waroona ⚡ Five new automated external defibrillators (AEDs) have been installed around the town thanks to the St John WA - Waroona Sub Centre. This brings the total to 24 in the area and will extend to 29 by the end of the year. With only one in 10 people surviving out-of-hospital cardiac arrests, defibrillators are key to saving lives. Read more 👇
Egg-cellent care when you need it 🐣 Our Urgent Care Centres are open every day of the year. If something happens and it’s urgent (but not an emergency), head straight in. Find out more: https://stjohnhealth.com.au/walk-in-urgent-care/ If in doubt about whether an illness or injury is an emergency, call Triple Zero (000). Call takers are trained to help you and will direct you to the appropriate assistance.
The Easter break is nearly here! 🐰 If you’re heading out into our great state, have a read of our ‘Know Before You Go’ essential first aid checklist we shared with Caravan & Camping WA to help you prepare. ✅ Check, replenish and review your first aid kit ✅ Know the first aid essentials - have you downloaded our First Responder app? ✅ Consider carrying an automated external defibrillator (AED) ✅ Check your general health before you travel Read more: https://caravanwa.com.au/blog/what-to-know-before-you-go-an-essential-first-aid-and-health-checklist/
Our Snake Bite Bandage with built-in tension indicator helps you apply the right pressure when it matters most. With the Easter holidays coming up, now’s the time to check your kit and stay prepared! Grab yours online or swing by our new Belmont First Aid shop to stock up 🛍️ https://stjohnwa.com.au/first-aid-kits-and-supplies/first-aid-supplies/details/2111
“The opportunity to learn under the mentorship of such kind and knowledgeable nurses and doctors was a privilege.” We're proud to have welcomed the first round of future nurses on clinical placement from The University of Notre Dame Australia at St John Health Urgent Care 🏥 Learn more: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/st-john-wa-shaping-the-nurses-of-tomorrow/
St John WA is bringing the next season of Paramedics to WA! 🎬 This will be an amazing opportunity to showcase the work of St John WA paramedics and highlight the role of pre-hospital care in Western Australia. Filming is now underway, so you may see us out and about with cameras. As always, patient consent is a priority, and a multi-step process, with participation being entirely voluntary. Learn more about it: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/st-john-wa-brings-paramedics-tv-show-to-wa/
