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Volunteering a lifesaver for two friends at life’s cross-roads
In the heart of regional WA, two legends found purpose and connection through their shared commitment to helping others. Natasha Aylmore has been a country ambulance volunteer at the St John WA (SJWA) Geraldton sub centre for the past ten years, and has not only saved lives, but touched the hearts of many along the…
Read MoreThe heart of Laverton: Eleanor Hill’s 35 years of service to her country community
Volunteer ambulance officer, undertaker’s assistant, animal rescuer, mother of five. Eleanor ‘Elly’ Hill wears many hats in the remote Goldfields town of Laverton. For 35 years she has been the driving force at the St John WA Laverton Sub Centre, sacrificing countless hours of her own time for the community she loves. Since joining SJWA…
Read MoreThere’s something in the Waters at Kununoppin
They say many hands make light work, and in country communities like Kununoppin in WA’s Wheatbelt, they keep vital services alive. Four generations of one family have given more than 90 years of volunteer service to ensure their region’s ambulance service runs around the clock. Geoff Waters has been volunteering with St John WA Kununoppin…
Read MoreVolunteering a life passion for Pinjarra legend Ian Digweed
Ian Digweed’s volunteering journey with St John WA began when he was just 11 years old. Eager to become like the heroes he looked up to behind the lights and sirens, he joined as a young cadet in 1977. Just a few years later, young Ian witnessed a child get hit by a car, it’s…
Read MoreVolunteers improve quality of life: new survey
National Volunteer Week gives pause to reflect on the contribution of St John WA’s 5000 volunteers who contribute more than 230,000 hours to serving community each year. Volunteers work in a range of roles at St John WA from on-road emergency ambulance response in Country WA, to logistics, volunteer support, community transport and Event Health…
Read MoreThree ways to invest in employee health and safety
Whether you work at a desk, in a workshop, or out in the field, prioritising workplace safety is crucial. Encouraging your employees to undergo first aid training not only empowers them with the necessary skills and knowledge to effectively respond during emergencies, but it also fosters a safer work environment. This financial year, we encourage…
Read More‘Fabric of Western Australia’: Recognising service to community takes a ‘family in green’
More than 180 St John WA operational team members have been acknowledged for their service to the Western Australian community in a Recognition Awards ceremony held on Wednesday. The ceremony acknowledges the academic and professional achievements of operational team members, including those who have served more than 25 years spanning country posts from Esperance to…
Read MoreInternational Nurses Day: Meet the rockstar RN of St John Health
Within the halls of St John Urgent Care, Colleen Henderson is more than just a nurse – she’s an inspiration to those around her and with 50-years in nursing under her belt, she’s a bit of a legend. Recently honoured as a St John WA (SJWA) Outstanding Woman for International Women’s Day, Colleen’s impact on…
Read MoreFrom patient to paramedic: How a life-changing accident put Jana Biddle on a new path
More than ten years after St John WA paramedics were by her side on the worst day of her life, Jana Biddle has embarked on a new career to help patients through theirs. Jana’s life changed in an instant when she was seriously injured in a horrific crash with a drunk driver on a dark…
Read MoreMid West ambulances get state-of-the-art 5G communication upgrades
St John WA’s Mid West ambulances have successfully converted to 5G technology thanks to an Ambulance Communications Upgrade Initiative with Mitsui E&P Australia (MEPAU) and joint venturer Beach Energy. The $117,000 initiative rolled out the latest 5G compatible smartphones and Wi-Fi technology to 18 ambulances ahead of Australia’s 5G network expansion to the region. The…
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