St John Ambulance Australia (NSW)

Meet Usha, the 2024 Young Volunteer of the Year. Usha is a Medical Student, who has been volunteering with St John Ambulance NSW since 2019, starting out as a cadet within our youth program. She is currently on the leadership team within the Blacktown Cadet Division, as well as being a Youth Peer Support Officer- proving guidance and help for our Youth members. Usha was asked what the Cadet program means to her, she responded “The St John Youth Program holds a special place in my heart because it’s a space where young people can grow, learn life-saving skills, and develop confidence, all while being supported by peers and mentors.” Her advice to young people looking to volunteer is “Start small, but start now. Volunteering isn’t just about helping others; it’s also about learning, growing, and finding purpose.” Want to become a volunteer? Visit stjohnnsw.com.au for more information!

We’re thrilled to announce that we’ve officially reintroduced our First Aid in Schools program back into the community this new year! Teaching lifesaving skills to primary school children and giving them the confidence to act in an emergency. This free program is a crucial part of our goal to empower people and communities to be confident, resilient and equipped to handle emergencies. Online registration for 2025 is now open! Click here to register your school's interest today: https://lnkd.in/giEwbSEE

It’s been an incredible year to be a part of St John Ambulance. Thank you to the 3000+ members across the state, dedicating their time to ensure the safety of our surrounding community. From city street parties to country motor racing, music festivals to local markets, there’s always something to get excited about with St John Ambulance. We're thrilled to have been involved in so many incredible events across NSW, and we’re looking forward to an impactful 2025! Have a wonderful and safe New Years! As always - if you're seeking aid, look for the team in green 💚

T-minus 3 days until New Years Eve celebrations kick off! If you’re planning to celebrate within the Sydney City region, save this post to familiarise yourself where you can find the closest St John First-Aid post. With over 30+ first-aid stations and additional mobile teams deployed around the city, you can find our teams of green at: City of Sydney The Rocks Darling Harbour Sydney Botanic Gardens North Sydney Keep yourself and those around you safe this New Years Eve. Check out our recent social posts & resources available on our website to find out how you can best prepare yourself this festive season: https://lnkd.in/gp5CqZZ8

As someone who is still young, healthy and active, Craig didn’t expect anything to happen when he joined a running festival this year. But not long after crossing the finish line, Craig collapsed and went into cardiac arrest - his skin even turning blue. Luckily, he was in capable hands as St John volunteers rushed to his side, providing critical, lifesaving aid. Click here to support the community of volunteers who are always there keeping you and others safe: https://bit.ly/3ZfWq8K

Congratulations to St John volunteer and medical student, Usha Makkena, who was named 2024 NSW Young Volunteer of the Year at the Centre for Volunteering Awards today. Usha has been a volunteer for six years with St John, providing first aid and medical care at events and during times of emergencies - including the 2020 bushfires and 2022 floods. She also mentors and trains other young volunteers, and works with our Youth Peer Support Team. Well done Usha and all other St John volunteer finalists who attended today's award ceremony!

What is it like to see a man suffering cardiac arrest? Hear Victoria share her story. St John volunteers like Victoria are always in your local community keeping you and your loved ones safe. As a charity, our volunteers need your support to continue their lifesaving work, being the ones who help when it’s needed most. Click here and show your support today: https://bit.ly/3ZfWq8K

This weekend marked the beginning of an eventful summer with Sydney’s iconic event location Carraigeworks. St John Ambulance NSW is proud to be providing Major Event Medical Services at Summer Sounds, ensuring the highest level of patient safety across all five nights of live performances. Providing the event space with an onsite Medical Centre, this area includes resuscitation, acute and sub-acute bays, additional to a dedicated triage area. With a strong commitment to advanced care capabilities, we've invested in state-of-the-art medical resources, including acute bedside monitoring trolleys for each bay, allowing patients to receive full continuous cardiac and vital signs monitoring. The trolleys also allow clinicians to work bedside with quick access to emergency equipment and other commonly required resources. Our highly trained team of Registered Health Professionals and experienced Event Responders are ready to deliver comprehensive care of any acuity level, offering peace of mind for eventgoers and organisers alike. St John Ambulance (NSW) - Ready to Respond.

"You might see how to perform CPR in a documentary or in a demonstration. But it's quite different when you're seeing it done on someone that you know and care about." Johnny witnessed first-hand the lifesaving work of St John volunteers who worked tirelessly to save his friend’s life at a running event this year. Show your support to the volunteers who keep you and your loved ones safe. Click here to donate to St John's Christmas Appeal today: https://bit.ly/3ZfWq8K

This International Volunteer Day, we honour the invaluable contributions of volunteers in Australia and around the world, because every act of service counts. Our volunteers have made a commitment to the community, ensuring the sight of greens provides a sense of security at events across the state. Whether this looks like rendering first aid, holding a hand in distress and delivering medical services that saves lives. This year alone, over 3,000 St John NSW volunteers have dedicated over 200,000 hours and treated over 9,000 patients across the state. We thank you for your service. Every act of service counts.