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Heartfelt journeys: Inspiring volunteer stories from the Karratha Sub Centre
In the remote and picturesque town of Karratha, Western Australia, volunteers are the lifeline of the community. Among them are dedicated individuals with St John WA (SJWA), who bring their unique backgrounds and an unwavering commitment to ensure the wellbeing of their fellow residents. Amy Pedersen Amy Pedersen has called Karratha home for the past…
Golfers tee off in support of St John WA volunteers
It’s about as far from St Andrews as a golfer can get, but what Three Springs Golf Club lacks in prestige, it more than makes up for in community spirit and support for its nearest St John WA sub centre. Since 1998, the golf club has hosted an annual fundraising day for the North Midlands…
‘It takes a system to save a victim’: Resus expert
St John Ambulance Australia’s resuscitation specialist Jason Belcher told the Australian Resuscitation Council WA Branch conference at its July 12 event that “community builds the foundation for survival” when someone experiences an out-of-hospital cardiac arrest. “You’re three times more likely to be a survivor if you receive a defibrillation shock in the community,” Mr Belcher…
International Paramedics Day: Meet the St John WA Special Operations team
They’re the specialist team called to the most complex emergencies – St John WA’s Special Operations paramedics. The highly skilled paramedics regularly confront hostile and hazardous environments to rescue patients safely and deliver the lifesaving care they need. With an expanded clinical scope and specialised training, PSOs respond to difficult situations in diverse and sometimes…
Volunteer brings first aid knowledge to Australia’s most remote community
Australia’s most remote Indigenous community has received its first public defibrillator during a visit from a St John WA (SJWA) volunteer. Teacher and SJWA Dawesville volunteer Jade Maitland-Smith delivered the automated external defibrillator (AED) to Kiwirrkurra last month. Kiwirrkurra is nestled deep in the Gibson Desert on Pintupi country, about 1200km east of Port Hedland…
Boyup Brook Sub Centre volunteers roll out free key lock boxes for eligible residents
Vulnerable Boyup Brook residents can have a key lock box installed at their home for free thanks to a community initiative spearheaded by local St John WA (SJWA) volunteers. The team at the SJWA Boyup Brook Sub Centre has rallied several local businesses to help fund the program, which has already seen nine key lock…
Six community defibrillators to be installed along Denmark coast in loving tribute to Perth father
Generous community donations have funded six new life-saving defibrillators to be installed along the Denmark coast in memory of beloved Perth father Andy Rutherford. Andy, 48, died of cardiac arrest after collapsing on a beach at Denmark’s Elephant Rocks in April 2023. Despite the best efforts of his first aid-trained mates who performed CPR, the…
Barramundi artwork a vibrant tribute to stunning East Kimberley
The St John WA (SJWA) Wyndham team is sporting vibrant new training shirts showcasing the creativity of a talented local artist. The artwork features barramundi swimming in the blue water holes and rivers of the stunning East Kimberley region. It was created by proud Balanggarra and Gidja woman Khandice French in tribute to…
Holistic health in the Goldfields thanks to Leonora initiative
Students in some of Western Australia’s most remote areas have taken part in a ‘health literacy’ event organised by a pair of St John WA legends from Leonora. Community paramedic Dave Kennedy and Leonora Sub Centre chair Lupe Tavake wanted to create a holistic experience for local children focusing on various aspects of health, from…
Action-packed Lights and Sirens Round kicks goals for emergency services
Emergency services took centre stage at Optus Stadium on Sunday at the Fremantle Dockers’ Lights and Sirens Round. St John WA (SJWA) joined the fun for the first time this year, sharing the spotlight with fellow everyday heroes from WA Police and the Department of Fire and Emergency Services. The game was an opportunity…
Nannup volunteer back on his bike and giving back after sudden cardiac arrest
South West local Mark was cycling more than 600km a week before his heart suddenly stopped beating. The cycling fanatic was on the second grueling day of the Tour of Margaret River team race in November 2020 when his life changed in an instant. “I must’ve known something was wrong because I yelled out –…
Work behind the scenes earns record nominations for excellence in 2024 CAA Awards
St John WA’s commitment to excellence in Patient Care, Staff Development, Mental Health and Wellbeing, and Leadership has seen four projects for each of these categories recognised at the upcoming Council of Ambulance Authorities (CAA) 2024 Awards for Excellence. With a record number of award nominations for the organisation in recent history, St John WA…
