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St John WA innovates as Reconciliation Action Plan moves forward
Emotional reunion: WA police officer reunites with paramedics after life-changing incident
Laverton can now welcome ‘voluntourists’ thanks to new accommodation depot
The Council of Ambulance Authorities recognises five St John WA women this International Women’s Day
First Australian emergency service to achieve Menopause Friendly Australia accreditation
90 years of outstanding service for Harvey volunteers
A life saved: How two bystanders’ quick actions rescued a UK visitor in WA
New look for historic St John WA Museum
Cardiac arrest survivor shares message he hopes will save more lives
St John WA emergency ambulance response fastest in the nation: Productivity Commission
“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...
It was the loss of his daughter in a tragic accident that motivated Chris Sabourne...
In an emergency, every second counts. ⏱️ By registering your property access codes (like building...
Did you know about 300,000 people call St John WA through Triple Zero (000) each...
Emurgency Mobile Unit reporting for duty. 💚🚑 Credit: Kate, St John-Mid West
Firetrucks are red, Police are blue, St John is green, We're all here for you....
Massive congratulations to the first medic cohort of 2025 who are already out on road...
Sustainability isn't just a buzz word for social media, it's a conscious effort to be...
Congratulations to the first Ambulance Transport Officer cohort for 2025 on completing their course and...
Join us as we tune into @abcperth radio at 12:30pm as Deputy Director of Paramedicine...
Spotted in Norseman, the aurora australis gracing our skies as @rfds_wa and St John WA...
We've had another spate of HOT days WA, so make sure you're finding ways to...
The Event Health Services (EHS) team sure knows how to have a good time. Over...
Congratulations to all of our dedicated volunteers who have been recognised across WA for their...
As always with a public holiday we're reminding you to stay safe! ☀️Keep cool. 💧...
Congratulations to the FOUR St John WA recipients of Ambulance Service Medals in this year’s...
“You probably said over 100 times, just tell my family that I love them.” Detective Senior Constable Greg McDougall was involved in a major incident while on duty that left him with serious injuries. After a long, tough recovery, he came to St John WA HQ for an emotional reunion with the paramedics who cared for him on the night of his ordeal 💚
It's World Oral Health Day! Did you know your mouth, body and mind are all connected? Here are some simple tips to care for your oral health: 🦷 Brush your teeth twice a day 🦷 Stay away from sugary food and drinks 🦷 Enjoy a healthy lifestyle 🦷 Visit your dentist regularly. At St John Dental we provide routine check-ups to help prevent oral diseases and identify any dental problems so they can be treated early to keep your mouth healthy.
This year's Perth Caravan and Camping Show starts today at the Claremont Showgrounds ⛺ Come and visit us at Stand 351 for all your first aid kits, training and health needs. We'll be running free first aid demonstrations across the four days, and look out for special show product offers. This year we're delighted to be Caravan & Camping WA's Community Partner – with any donations made throughout the weekend going to our community initiatives. See you there! 👋 https://caravanwa.com.au/perth-caravan-camping-show
Last night saw the launch of our Innovate Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP). The Innovate RAP is our commitment to maximise the contribution St John WA makes to the lives of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people across WA. Launched at the brand new Coolamon Centre at our Belmont HQ, Noongar Elder Neville Collard conducted a Welcome to Country ceremony, before First Nations Lead Jeremy Maitland-Smith shared his role in helping to progress St John WA’s RAP journey. Learn more: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/st-john-wa-innovates-as-reconciliation-action-plan-moves-forward/
Thank you to Channel 7 Telethon Trust for the $79,768 grant to deliver first aid skills to nearly 9000 school children in the remote North West. The money will also help develop a scalable 'train-the trainer' for ongoing delivery of our age-appropriate First Aid Focus program ❤️ Telethon7 Perth
APES Games, are you ready for us? 🚑 Thirty-five St John WA team members are off to the Australasian Police and Emergency Services Games (APES) in Hobart this week. The Games will see our team compete against emergency workers from all around Australia in a variety of sports and team games. Please wish our team good luck! We'll be cheering you on from WA 🙌
Thank you to Glencore Minara Community Foundation and AngloGold Ashanti Australia for their generous $140,000 donation towards accommodation at our Laverton Sub Centre in the Goldfields for visiting volunteers to help service the community in times of need. This helps saves lives and could not be achieved without providing safe accommodation, with travel and food expenses generously subsidised by Genesis Minerals By working together, this space gives volunteers somewhere to rest after long drives for a region which spans up to 180,000 square-kilometres.
“I always wondered what would happen if I ever needed a defibrillator. Well now I know, it saved my life.” UK resident Peter Hall suddenly went into cardiac arrest while on holiday in Dunsborough with his wife, Jan. Thanks to the quick actions of two members of the public, and a personal Automated External Defibrillator (AED), he survived.
Meet the latest group of Communications Officers to join us here at St John WA 💚 Communications Officers play the vital role of being the first point of contact for 000 calls at our State Control Centre. After a successful eight weeks of training, the team are now a week into their new roles. Congratulations!
It's International Women's Day and today we're celebrating the outstanding women of St John WA. Five of our team members have been honoured for their contribution to our organisation and the community in the 2025 Women in Ambulance Awards by the Council of Ambulance Authorities (CAA). Congratulations to Dr Janice Wong, Vikki Bosich, Anna Kirk, Lee Mack and Jo Ruck! 💚 Read more: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/the-council-of-ambulance-authorities-recognises-five-st-john-wa-women-this-international-womens-day/
Our Event Health Service volunteers took part in a multiagency training exercise with North Cottesloe Surf Life Saving Club last week! 🏊 More than 50 North Cottesloe lifesavers and St John WA Event Health Services volunteers worked hard on several clinical scenarios at the beach. We're always proud to share our expertise and experience with others. Check out the footage from the night ⬇️ Video credit: Sam Grayling @samgraymedia
Today St John WA team members and loved ones gathered by our new memorial garden to honour fallen team members and take a quiet moment of contemplation. We heard about the importance of special places and ceremony during a welcome to country. The area and our team were then blessed with a traditional smoking ceremony made up of paperbark, peppermint leaves and eucalyptus leaves. Sprigs of rosemary were placed at the base of the memorial, honouring our fallen team members and keeping them forever in our hearts.
It may be a public holiday on Monday, but our Urgent Care Centres are still open. Whether you're taking the day with friends and family or working through the day, illness and injury can still strike. We're here to help with Urgent Care being the perfect solution for when it's urgent, but not an emergency. Check it out ➡️ 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.
It was the loss of his daughter in a tragic accident that motivated Chris Sabourne to become a Volunteer Ambulance Officer at St John WA - Harvey. He’s now being recognised for 30 years of outstanding service, alongside his fellow volunteers Carol Gale and Troy Bates. An incredible 90 years of service between them all 👏
We’ve been out and about at university open days over the past few weeks and have loved meeting you all! 👋 Our final stop will be at ECU Joondalup this Thursday. No matter what you're studying, volunteering with St John WA is a great way to gain hands-on experience, build new skills and make a real impact in your community. 💡 Interested? Whether it's first aid at major events, community transport, or even country ambulance response, there’s a role for everyone. Learn more: https://careers.stjohnwa.com.au/volunteer-page
Today, we welcomed St John WA members, volunteers and friends to the new St John WA Museum exhibition space at the new Coolamon Centre on Great Eastern Highway. This space is more than just a collection of artefacts—it tells the story of service, innovation and the people who have shaped St John WA over time. History is not just about what has happened—it helps us understand where we are now and where we are going. In healthcare and community service, we build on the knowledge and experiences of those before us. This exhibition recognises that, honouring the volunteers, paramedics, first responders and community members who have contributed to St John WA’s work. The open day was a chance to explore the exhibition, enjoy a coffee at Sirens café, and hear from our Heritage Centre volunteers, who generously share their knowledge and insights. A big thank you to everyone who came along and to those who continue to support this important work. Learn more: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/new-look-for-historic-st-john-wa-museum/
In an emergency, every second counts. ⏱️ By registering your property access codes (like building entry codes, key safe, or lockbox information), you can help us reach you faster when help is needed. If you cannot open the door yourself—like if you've had a fall—we can still get to you quickly and safely. Learn more and register today ➡️ https://stjohnwa.com.au/ambulance-and-health-services/register-your-property-access
Did you know about 300,000 people call St John WA through Triple Zero (000) each year? Of these calls, about one-in-five do not require an ambulance to be dispatched. Remember to save Triple Zero (000) for emergencies so we can continue to help our most vulnerable members of the community, and make sure to utilise the below resources if necessary. HealthyWA: https://www.healthywa.wa.gov.au/ Health Direct: 1800 022 222 or https://www.healthdirect.gov.au/ Urgent Care for non-emergency medical assistance https://stjohnhealth.com.au/walk-in-urgent-care/ Save Triple Zero (000) for emergencies. Our call takers are trained to help if you're unsure if your situation is an emergency and they will guide you through the process.
