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Nov 26, 2025

Seeing green: St John presence felt at 16 Days in WA rally

Alongside Police and thousands of attendees, St John WA Team Members marched against Domestic and Family Violence during WA’s 16 Days of Activism Against Gender-Based Violence on Tuesday, November 25. The rally and march held in Perth’s Forrest Chase brought together the families of victim-survivors, the community, dedicated specialist services, government representatives and a growing…
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Nov 24, 2025

St John WA’s Andy Bell appointed Fellow of the Academy of Extreme Environment Medicine

Andy Bell, Deputy Director Paramedicine at St John Ambulance WA, has been named a Fellow of the Academy of Extreme Environment Medicine (FAEEM). This prestigious appointment recognises his outstanding leadership, operational expertise, and long-standing contribution to delivering medical care across some of Australia’s most challenging and remote environments. With decades of experience in prehospital operations,…
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Nov 20, 2025

A day in the life of St John WA: Impact Framework launched

St John WA’s services in community outside of emergency ambulance response are broad, dynamic and vibrant. All these services came to light for donors, partners and community supporters at the Impact Launch hosted at State Office’s Coolamon Centre on Tuesday, November 18. Group CEO Kevin Brown, Chief Preventative Officer Megs O’Donnell and Social Sustainability Manager…
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Nov 17, 2025

St John Safe keeps first aid front and centre at Pentanet

St John WA is proud to support leading Western Australian telecommunications provider Pentanet in setting a strong standard for workplace first aid and emergency readiness. Since 2021, the St John team has worked with Pentanet to develop tailored First Aid Management Plans for its growing team through St John Safe – complimentary assessments that help…
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Nov 13, 2025

Prospective Warnbro students get taste of St John Academy program

The St John Academy team was a crowd favourite at the Warnbro Community High School Open Day last Wednesday, giving visitors a hands-on look at how young people across Western Australia are learning life-saving skills and stepping up as community leaders. Team members showed off their CPR skills and took the public on ambulance tours…
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Nov 12, 2025

St John WA teams shine bright at Goldfields volunteer event 

St John WA team members from around the Goldfields recently came together for the ‘Goldfields Experience’.  Held at the regional office and depot in Kalgoorlie, the two-day event was an opportunity for over 50 volunteers and staff to connect, learn and collaborate.  Guest speakers included St John’s very own Deputy Director of Paramedicine, Andy Bell,…
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Press Release
Nov 11, 2025

Remembrance Day, more than a moment of reflection

St John WA paramedics Lauren D’Arcy, Robert Curtis, and Andrew Wishart reflect on what Remembrance Day means to them as current serving members of the Australian Defence Force. “On Remembrance Day, I reflect of those serving members, both past and present, who have been injured, both physically and mentally,” Andrew, a Critical Care Paramedic who…
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Nov 5, 2025

Meet the St John first aid trainer who is top of the class

St John WA’s first aid trainers are a special lot.   Adaptable, flexible, kind and clever, they can read any room and ensure every student has the best training experience possible.  Sarah Cronin is one of St John’s best.  She has recently been promoted to a senior role and oversees a group of trainers from Kelmscott to Mandurah.   Her only regret is not starting out sooner.   After gaining her Certificate IV in Training…
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Nov 5, 2025

Powerful story telling part of Galup’s healing journey towards Reconciliation

Hundreds of Western Australians from all walks of life and organisations attended the Walk for Reconciliation at Galup on October 30, and St John WA Event Health Services and dozens of team members were among them. Leading the way was the Reconciliation Action Plan (RAP) Working Group, including Group CEO Kevin Brown, Chief People Officer…
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Nov 4, 2025

Onslow students gain vital first aid skills

147 children from Onslow School are now equipped with vital first aid skills after a visit from St John WA. This is the first time St John WA has been able to provide its First Aid Focus program to students in the region thanks to funding from the Woodside-operated Macedon Joint Venture (consisting of Woodside…
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Help on a hot morning means water all round. Keep getting out there, Perth. We’ve got your back. 👌🏃‍♂️🦮 #heretohelp #stjohnwa
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Help on a hot morning means water all round. Keep getting out there, Perth. We’ve...

Eight new Special Operations Paramedics have joined the team from a pool of 88 applicants. 😲 Trained in confined spaces, vertical rescue, HAZMAT, and more, they join a 22-member team supported by six Critical Care specialists helping the WA community when they're needed most.
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Eight new Special Operations Paramedics have joined the team from a pool of 88 applicants....

Celebrating our community with colour and all the good vibes 🌈 #pridefairday
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Celebrating our community with colour and all the good vibes 🌈 #pridefairday

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Happy #InternationalMensDay to all the great blokes in our lives.
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Happy #InternationalMensDay to all the great blokes in our lives.

When outback WA came together in August, we were there too. Experience the Coolgardie festival in thirty seconds.
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When outback WA came together in August, we were there too. Experience the Coolgardie festival...

Learning to use a whip is harder than it looks. Actually, it's exactly as hard as it looks in this picture. At the Coolgardie outback festival, perseverance paid off for those having lessons. As a band once said, you will never live it down unless you whip it.
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Learning to use a whip is harder than it looks. Actually, it's exactly as hard...

We will remember them. Lest we forget. https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/remembrance-day-more-than-a-moment-of-reflection/
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We will remember them. Lest we forget.

https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/remembrance-day-more-than-a-moment-of-reflection/

Half a marathon down and awarded with the best medal of honour, a first aid kit! Congrats to @xavierellis18 on smashing the half mara That kind of endurance definitely deserves a spot on the St John team! 😉 #StJohnWA #FirstAidKit
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Half a marathon down and awarded with the best medal of honour, a first aid...

Meet the members of the medieval Kingdom of Grand Athera, and find out how St John WA helps them do what they love
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Meet the members of the medieval Kingdom of Grand Athera, and find out how St...

The Kingdom of Grand Athera in Balingup takes its craft seriously. And because of that, they take first aid seriously. It’s the one thing that’s not historically accurate. No leeches, no poultices - just an up-to-date, best-practice response. Just in case. Link in bio to find out more about St John WA’s bold new Here To Help campaign 🔗
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The Kingdom of Grand Athera in Balingup takes its craft seriously. And because of that,...

Our dentists are ready to treat anyone, no matter what they've been getting their teeth into. St John WA provides judgement-free dentistry at our clinics across the metro area, backed by over a century of healthcare excellence. Whether you've got the biggest day of the year coming up or you're due a routine check, put the dentist in your diary today.
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Our dentists are ready to treat anyone, no matter what they've been getting their teeth...

Australians experiencing out-of-hospital cardiac arrest per year: 26,000 - 32,000 Australians experiencing vampire attacks per year: 0 Get $450 off a St John Defibrillator this halloween, check our bio.
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Australians experiencing out-of-hospital cardiac arrest per year: 26,000 - 32,000
Australians experiencing vampire attacks per...

We're having a blast sharing first aid skills at the 2025 Telethon Family Festival today till 4pm. Thanks to Channel Seven Telethon Trust for their support of our free first aid for schools program in the North West, enabling us to deliver First Aid Focus to 9,000 school student in the North West.
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We're having a blast sharing first aid skills at the 2025 Telethon Family Festival today...

Let the tooth be told, we can bring some extra sparkle to your smile. 🦷✨ There are many myths and misconceptions surrounding teeth whitening, so let’s bust some! Want to find out more, visit us at St John Dental.
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Let the tooth be told, we can bring some extra sparkle to your smile. 🦷✨...

If you've never heard of downhill mountain biking, it's riding mountain bikes... downhill. Unsurprisingly, it comes with the odd injury. Find out how it fits into our new ad campaign using the link in our bio.
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If you've never heard of downhill mountain biking, it's riding mountain bikes... downhill. Unsurprisingly, it...

Huge news, Kelmscott! 🩺 Our GPs have landed in your neighbourhood. Whether it’s a quick check up or ongoing care, we’ve got your back. No more long drives, just expert healthcare close to home. Dr Justina Taiwo and Dr Olufemi Taiwo are ready to meet you. 3043 Albany Hwy, Kelmscott | Appointments available Monday - Friday Book now using the link in our bio 🔗
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Huge news, Kelmscott! 🩺

Our GPs have landed in your neighbourhood. Whether it’s a quick...

We had an incredible week meeting you all at the @perthroyalshow! Thanks, WA 🎉
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We had an incredible week meeting you all at the @perthroyalshow! Thanks, WA 🎉

Forget checkerboard strips - these ride-ons follow the racing line. Meet the mower racers of Pinjarra.
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Forget checkerboard strips - these ride-ons follow the racing line. Meet the mower racers of...

Wherever you are in WA, St John is here to help. Our new brand campaign has now launched and you can find out more via the news link in the bio 🔗
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Wherever you are in WA, St John is here to help.

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@perthroyalshow, we're so excited to be here! 🎆 It's been a busy first day so far. Pop by Stand 48 for a whole world of life saving fun! Meet Kura bear, learn about DRSABCD, tour an ambulance and stock up at our First Aid Shop. You can also learn more about our St John Academy and St John Health. And our Event Health Services team will be out and about across the grounds in case you’re injured or unwell. We're here to help all week.
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@perthroyalshow, we're so excited to be here! 🎆

It's been a busy first day so...

It's International Sign Language Day! A day to celebrate, protect and support the diverse cultures and linguistic identities of deaf people and sign language users all around the world. Lauren, St John WA Paramedic, is learning Auslan and is back to highlight Convo @convoau - an Auslan video interpreting service we're proud to have available for deaf patients and their families across our services.
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It's International Sign Language Day! A day to celebrate, protect and support the diverse cultures...

We're so excited to be at the Busselton @caravanandcampingwa show all weekend ☀️☀️☀️ Come and see us for your all first aid needs and more at Stand 41. We've got some amazing specials and the team are here to answer all your questions. See you there!
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We're so excited to be at the Busselton @caravanandcampingwa show all weekend ☀️☀️☀️

Come and...

We've all heard a first aid 'remedy' that makes no sense. This World First Aid Day let us know the worst you've heard in the comments and remind your friends and family that we have spots available for training.
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We've all heard a first aid 'remedy' that makes no sense. This World First Aid...

R U OK? 💛 A conversation can change a life.
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R U OK? 💛
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New location who dis? Urgent Care Kelmscott is now open, for when it’s urgent but not an emergency. No appointment needed, 3043 Albany Hwy, Kelmscott.
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Urgent Care Kelmscott is now open, for when it’s urgent but...

Meet our Metro Volunteer of the Year - Steve Fraser 📸 Internationally renowned photographer Steve has shot in over 140 countries and had his work featured in @natgeo. But when the Covid-19 pandemic hit, he needed to find a new purpose in his very own backyard. That’s when he discovered volunteering with St John WA. Since then he’s thrown himself into working with our Event Health Services team as well as serving as an Emergency Medical Technician and Volunteer Development Officer. Steve has made a lasting impression on every team member he’s worked alongside, consistently leading with positivity and creating opportunities for others to learn and grow. You could work alongside people like Steve, too. Volunteer with us today.
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Meet our Metro Volunteer of the Year - Steve Fraser 📸

Internationally renowned photographer Steve...

🚨 About 300,000 people call St John WA through Triple Zero (000) each year. One in five of those calls don’t require an ambulance. If you’re unsure whether it’s an emergency, our call takers are trained to help. They’ll talk you through the situation and guide you on what to do next. But if it’s not an emergency, you can help us stay available for the most vulnerable members of our community by using these resources instead: ➡️ HealthyWA ➡️ Healthdirect – call 1800 022 222 ➡️ St John Urgent Care Save Triple Zero (000) for emergencies. That way, we can keep doing what we do best – getting help to those who need it, fast.
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🚨 About 300,000 people call St John WA through Triple Zero (000) each year. One...

One of our community transport faves, Rod, answers all the important questions on volunteering with the service 🚐💨 Love to drive and meet new people? Get in touch via the link in our bio if it’s something you’d like to do, too 📧
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One of our community transport faves, Rod, answers all the important questions on volunteering with...

You can't outrun all your problems ... but you can outrun some of them. St John WA was at Trigg last week to keep runners running, walkers walking and skaters skating. If you're out there at first light, then we are, too. 🏃‍♂️🏃‍♀️🌊
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You can't outrun all your problems ... but you can outrun some of them.

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St John WA️ 16 hours ago

Ever wanted to look for buried treasure? Join St John on a honey ant hunt in the Goldfields. https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/here-to-help-honey-ant-hunt/

Ever wanted to look for buried treasure? Join St John on a honey ant hunt in the Goldfields. https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/here-to-help-honey-ant-hunt/
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Eight new Special Operations Paramedics have joined the team from a pool of 88 applicants. 😲 Trained in confined spaces, vertical rescue, HAZMAT, and more, they join a 22-member team supported by six Critical Care specialists helping the WA community when they're needed most.

Eight new Special Operations Paramedics have joined the team from a pool of 88 applicants. 😲 Trained in confined spaces, vertical rescue, HAZMAT, and more, they join a 22-member team supported by six Critical Care specialists helping the WA community when they're needed most.
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Happy #InternationalMensDay to all the great blokes in our lives.

Happy #InternationalMensDay to all the great blokes in our lives.
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St John WA️ 2 weeks ago

When outback WA came together in August, we were there too. Experience the Coolgardie festival in thirty seconds below. https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/here-to-help-outback-festival/

When outback WA came together in August, we were there too. Experience the Coolgardie festival in thirty seconds below. https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/here-to-help-outback-festival/
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St John WA️ 2 weeks ago

Learning to use a whip is harder than it looks. Actually, it's exactly as hard as it looks in this picture. At the Coolgardie outback festival, perseverance paid off for those having lessons. As a band once said, you will never live it down unless you whip it. https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/here-to-help-outback-festival/

Learning to use a whip is harder than it looks. Actually, it's exactly as hard as it looks in this picture. At the Coolgardie outback festival, perseverance paid off for those having lessons. As a band once said, you will never live it down unless you whip it. https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/here-to-help-outback-festival/
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St John WA️ 2 weeks ago

We will remember them. Lest we forget. https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/remembrance-day-more-than-a-moment-of-reflection/

We will remember them. Lest we forget. https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/remembrance-day-more-than-a-moment-of-reflection/
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St John WA️ 3 weeks ago

Half a marathon down and awarded with the best medal of honour, a first aid kit! Congrats to @xavierellis18 from Triple M Perth on smashing the half mara That kind of endurance definitely deserves a spot on the St John team! 😉 #StJohnWA #FirstAidKit

Half a marathon down and awarded with the best medal of honour, a first aid kit! Congrats to @xavierellis18 from Triple M Perth on smashing the half mara That kind of endurance definitely deserves a spot on the St John team! 😉 #StJohnWA #FirstAidKit
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St John WA️ 3 weeks ago

Meet the members of the medieval Kingdom of Grand Athera, and find out how St John WA helps them do what they love.

Meet the members of the medieval Kingdom of Grand Athera, and find out how St John WA helps them do what they love.
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St John WA️ 4 weeks ago

Our dentists are ready to treat anyone, no matter what they've been getting their teeth into. St John WA provides judgement-free dentistry at our clinics across the metro area, backed by over a century of healthcare excellence. Whether you've got the biggest day of the year coming up or you're due a routine check, put the dentist in your diary today.

Our dentists are ready to treat anyone, no matter what they've been getting their teeth into. St John WA provides judgement-free dentistry at our clinics across the metro area, backed by over a century of healthcare excellence. Whether you've got the biggest day of the year coming up or you're due a routine check, put the dentist in your diary today.
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St John WA️ 4 weeks ago

Australians experiencing out-of-hospital cardiac arrest per year: 26,000 - 32,000 Australians experiencing vampire attacks per year: 0 Get $450 off a G5 Semi Automatic Defib* this Halloween. *T&Cs apply. https://brnw.ch/21wX1P9

Australians experiencing out-of-hospital cardiac arrest per year: 26,000 - 32,000 Australians experiencing vampire attacks per year: 0 Get $450 off a G5 Semi Automatic Defib* this Halloween. *T&Cs apply. https://brnw.ch/21wX1P9
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St John WA️ 1 month ago

St John WA's Community Transport Services does more than get clients to and from medical appointments. For clients like Corrina, they enable valuable transport to and from work, while having some light-hearted conversations along the way. During National Carers Week we caught up with Corrina, her mum and sole carer Janice, and CTS volunteer Lillian to learn more: https://brnw.ch/21wWRB5

St John WA's Community Transport Services does more than get clients to and from medical appointments. For clients like Corrina, they enable valuable transport to and from work, while having some light-hearted conversations along the way. During National Carers Week we caught up with Corrina, her mum and sole carer Janice, and CTS volunteer Lillian to learn more: https://brnw.ch/21wWRB5
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St John WA️ 1 month ago

Residents from Bridgewater Lifestyle Village have made a generous donation allowing St John WA to donate a defibrillator and cabinet. The new defib is located outside Tods Café in Halls Head, and will be accessible 24/7. It's also directly across the road from the beach with the Mandurah Ski & Kayak club just down the road, meaning the wider community can also benefit from this lifesaving device. Some residents even got a demonstration from First Aid Specialist Meg on how to use a defib to help save a life. https://brnw.ch/21wWPed

Residents from Bridgewater Lifestyle Village have made a generous donation allowing St John WA to donate a defibrillator and cabinet. The new defib is located outside Tods Café in Halls Head, and will be accessible 24/7. It's also directly across the road from the beach with the Mandurah Ski & Kayak club just down the road, meaning the wider community can also benefit from this lifesaving device. Some residents even got a demonstration from First Aid Specialist Meg on how to use a defib to help save a life. https://brnw.ch/21wWPed
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St John WA️ 1 month ago

We're having a blast sharing first aid skills at the 2025 Telethon Family Festival today till 4pm. Thank you to Channel Seven Telethon Trust for their support of our free first aid for schools program in the North West, enabling us to deliver First Aid Focus to 9,000 school students in the North West. Info about the day here. https://brnw.ch/21wWJXz

We're having a blast sharing first aid skills at the 2025 Telethon Family Festival today till 4pm. Thank you to Channel Seven Telethon Trust for their support of our free first aid for schools program in the North West, enabling us to deliver First Aid Focus to 9,000 school students in the North West. Info about the day here. https://brnw.ch/21wWJXz
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St John WA️ 1 month ago

About 1 in 11 Western Australians survive an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest (OHCA) ach year. Just over 130 survived in 2024, according to St John WA's latest OHCA Report. That's largely thanks to bystanders giving CPR, ahead of ambulance arriving, in more than 80 per cent of cases. Shocks from community defibrillators (AEDs) registered with St John WA significantly improved the chance of survival. This Restart a Heart Day remember to Call (Triple Zero (000)). Push (do chest compressions). Shock (with an AED if nearby). It saves lives. https://brnw.ch/21wWERM

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St John WA️ 1 month ago

Let the tooth be told, we can bring some extra sparkle to your smile. 🦷✨ There are many myths and misconceptions surrounding teeth whitening, so let’s bust some! Want to find out more, visit us at St John Dental. https://brnw.ch/21wWCMb

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St John WA️ 1 month ago

If you've never heard of downhill mountain biking, it's riding mountain bikes... downhill. Unsurprisingly, it comes with the odd injury. Find out how it fits into our new ad campaign here: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/here-to-help-downhill-mountain-biking/

If you've never heard of downhill mountain biking, it's riding mountain bikes... downhill. Unsurprisingly, it comes with the odd injury. Find out how it fits into our new ad campaign here: https://news.stjohnwa.com.au/here-to-help-downhill-mountain-biking/
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St John WA️ 2 months ago

Check out our latest Paramedic Interns to graduate from training college. They're now on road and ready to roll into action to help the WA community. 🚑

Check out our latest Paramedic Interns to graduate from training college. They're now on road and ready to roll into action to help the WA community. 🚑
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St John WA️ 2 months ago

Huge news, Kelmscott! 🩺 Our GPs have landed in your neighbourhood. Whether it’s a quick check up or ongoing care, we’ve got your back. No more long drives, just expert healthcare close to home. Dr Justina Taiwo and Dr Olufemi Taiwo are ready to meet you. 3043 Albany Hwy, Kelmscott | Appointments available Monday - Friday Book now: https://stjohnhealth.com.au/general-practice/book-your-gp-appointment/

Huge news, Kelmscott! 🩺 Our GPs have landed in your neighbourhood. Whether it’s a quick check up or ongoing care, we’ve got your back. No more long drives, just expert healthcare close to home. Dr Justina Taiwo and Dr Olufemi Taiwo are ready to meet you. 3043 Albany Hwy, Kelmscott | Appointments available Monday - Friday Book now: https://stjohnhealth.com.au/general-practice/book-your-gp-appointment/
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St John WA️ 2 months ago

We had an incredible week meeting you all at the Perth Royal Show! Thanks, WA 🎉 Perth Royal Show

We had an incredible week meeting you all at the Perth Royal Show! Thanks, WA 🎉 Perth Royal Show
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St John WA️ 2 months ago

Forget checkerboard strips - these ride-ons follow the racing line. Meet the mower racers of Pinjarra.

Forget checkerboard strips - these ride-ons follow the racing line. Meet the mower racers of Pinjarra.
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